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Michael James

Michael James

UK 2026

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Hogan Lovells Cadwalader
 Hogan Lovells Cadwalader

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Hotels & Leisure

UK-wide

6 years ranked

Real Estate: £150 million and above

London (Firms)

4 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Michael is a private equity real estate partner in our global Private Equity team, based in the London office. With over 15 years’ experience, he is skilled in leading complex corporate real estate transactions for major European real estate and private equity investors.

Michael’s broad remit covers structured acquisitions and disposals, joint ventures, real estate finance, fund investments, and hotel acquisitions and operations.

With an international practice, Michael frequently advises investors on cross-border structures and transactions involving jurisdictions such as Luxembourg, Spain, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and Jersey.

Career

https://www.hlc.com/en/james-michael

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Hotels & Leisure - UK-wide

Band 1
Individual Editorial

Michael James is noted for his experience in handling hotel transactions, including acquisitions and disposals. He also has expertise in management and lease agreements.

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Real Estate: £150 million and above - London (Firms)

Band 4
Individual Editorial

Michael James of Paul Hastings focuses on the corporate side of commercial real estate, advising on acquisitions, disposals and joint venture agreements, particularly in the hotel industry. He has notable experience handling cross-border deals.

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Strengths

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  • Michael has the ability to deliver a positive outcome no matter the circumstances.

    Hotels & LeisureChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

  • In my opinion, Michael is the best lawyer in European real estate.

    Hotels & LeisureChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

  • Michael James is a strong hotels lawyer.

    Hotels & LeisureChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

  • Michael is super sharp, very smart and solutions-oriented. He is balanced, commercial and quick at responding.

    Real Estate: £150 million and aboveChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

  • Michael is a master of his trade. He is very commercially focused and able to manage the most complex of transactions.

    Real Estate: £150 million and aboveChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

  • Michael is approachable and extremely commercial.

    Real Estate: £150 million and aboveChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Ranked Individuals at Hogan Lovells Cadwalader (148)

London (Firms)

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