Andrew Steele

Andrew Steele is the National Practice Group Leader of the Real Estate team and is recognised as one of Australia's leading property lawyers, focusing on both advice and transactional aspects of property law. Andrew has over 25 years' experience working closely with a range of clients including government agencies, fund managers, financial institutions, restructuring and insolvency practitioners and developers.

Andrew's experience includes advising the NSW State Government on complex title matters and local governments on the acquisition and development of strategic sites. His expertise also extends to the private sector and includes advising clients on the development, acquisition and disposal of industrial, hotel, retail and other commercial properties, negotiating development agreements, joint venture documents and management agreements.

Andrew is keenly focused on providing practical commercial solutions and has a particular interest in understanding transaction objectives and collaborating on the formulation of, and executing transaction strategy. He especially enjoys his involvement in projects that generate employment and transform communities, including social and affordable housing and health infrastructure projects.