Ranking tables

Real Estate | UK

Northern Ireland

This section covers all aspects of non-contentious real estate work relating to both commercial and residential property, including investment transactions, development, corporate structuring, acquisitions, portfolio management, and landlord and tenant matters. We consider work done on behalf of institutional landlords, property companies, developers and commercial tenants, as well as private landlords and tenants. Contentious property work is covered separately by our Real Estate Litigation sections, as are matters that exclusively concern planning law or construction.

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Band 1

  1. A&L Goodbody
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    A&L Goodbody
    Real Estate
    2026 | Band 1 | 16 Years Ranked

    A&L Goodbody has a notable ability to handle prominent portfolio acquisition transactions, bolstered by strong real estate finance capabilities. It regularly advises on institutional investment deals and corporate real estate matters. The law firm is also noted for its ability to manage assets, including those of significant public sector landowners. It offers particular expertise in the energy and retail sectors. Its clients include developers, corporate occupiers and investors.

  2. Carson McDowell
    1
    Carson McDowell
    Real Estate
    2026 | Band 1 | 23 Years Ranked
    Carson McDowell represents a number of blue-chip clients in the full range of property transactions. The team possesses expertise in relation to acquisitions and sales, as well as site assembly and licensing matters, regularly offering expert advice to clients in the energy, transport, retail and leisure sectors. The firm acts for vendors, purchasers and funders on real estate transactions.
  3. Millar McCall Wylie
    1
    Millar McCall Wylie
    Real Estate
    2026 | Band 1 | 20 Years Ranked
    Millar McCall Wylie is particularly adept at handling landlord and tenant issues and commercial property acquisitions, with additional strength in investment portfolio refinancing matters. The firm is known for representing large retailers in their property needs with regard to lease negotiations and insolvency situations. It also handles work concerning hotels, industrial property and renewable energy projects.
  4. Tughans
    1
    Tughans
    Real Estate
    2026 | Band 1 | 23 Years Ranked
    Tughans offers a breadth of skill across a range of real estate matters, with the ability to handle high-profile property deals. The firm acts for a diverse array of clients, including household names and overseas investors. It is sought after for its expertise in portfolio management. The department also has a considerable reputation for its work on student accommodation developments.
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Band 2

  1. Cleaver Fulton Rankin
    2
    Cleaver Fulton Rankin
    Real Estate
    2026 | Band 2 | 23 Years Ranked
    Cleaver Fulton Rankin has a full-service practice offering clients a broad array of expertise in both the development and investment spheres. It regularly acts for clients on significant commercial property transactions, with additional expertise in residential development site acquisitions. The firm is regarded for its capabilities in the retail, hospitality and mining sectors.
  2. Davidson McDonnell
    2
    Davidson McDonnell
    Real Estate
    2026 | Band 2 | 9 Years Ranked
    Davidson McDonnell is a full-service firm with a strong focus on commercial property transactions. Its areas of expertise include refinancings, acquisitions and sales, as well as transactions involving student accommodation projects. It regularly represents real estate investors and developers.
  3. Mills Selig
    2
    Mills Selig
    Real Estate
    2026 | Band 2 | 21 Years Ranked

    Mills Selig has an established real estate practice with considerable knowledge of residential development matters and transactions in the retail sector. The team offers additional expertise in investment and securitisation deals, as well as evidencing strong knowledge in matters relating to renewable developments. It frequently acts for manufacturing, energy and telecommunications clients.

  4. DWF
    Real Estate
    2026 | Band 2
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Band 3

  1. Arthur Cox
    3
    Arthur Cox
    Real Estate
    2026 | Band 3 | 23 Years Ranked
    Arthur Cox advises clients across an extensive array of transactions and asset classes, with matters ranging from investment acquisitions to environmental concerns. It has notable expertise in the retail sector, with additional strengths in distressed property transactions and residential work. The firm frequently acts for institutional investors and property developers.
  2. Eversheds Sutherland
    3
    Eversheds Sutherland
    Real Estate
    2026 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked

    Eversheds Sutherland offers a comprehensive real estate practice. The team in Belfast is well placed to handle significant transactions, including residential, freehold and leasehold acquisitions. The team also advises on asset management and leases. The firm's client base includes social housing providers and retail and hospitality clients, among others.

  3. Pinsent Masons Belfast LLP
    3
    Pinsent Masons Belfast LLP
    Real Estate
    2026 | Band 3 | 23 Years Ranked
    Pinsent Masons advises clients on a wide range of matters, from investment and insolvency transactions to high-profile development projects across Northern Ireland and the rest of the UK. The team possesses particular expertise in relation to forward funding arrangements and redevelopment projects. The practice is prominent for its expertise in the retail sector. It frequently acts for real estate investment managers and shopping centre owners.
  4. TLT NI LLP
    3
    TLT NI LLP
    Real Estate
    2026 | Band 3 | 8 Years Ranked
    TLT's real estate team acts for clients in both the residential and commercial spheres, including major house builders, developers and investors. It offers expertise in the acquisition and disposal of development sites, commercial lettings and real estate financing mandates. The team possesses specialist knowledge of real estate concerns in the energy sector.
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Band 4

  1. Shoosmiths LLP
    4
    Shoosmiths LLP
    Real Estate
    2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked
    Shoosmiths offers expertise in residential development and social housing projects in addition to commercial property transactions. The team assists clients with asset management in relation to property portfolios and also has notable expertise in the energy and retail sectors. The firm has further strength in real estate finance matters.
  2. Wilson Nesbitt
    4
    Wilson Nesbitt
    Real Estate
    2026 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked

    Wilson Nesbitt's property team possesses a significant expertise in both residential and commercial property real estate. It notably advises housing associations and property development companies on residential projects and social housing developments, disposals, regenerations, investments and financings. The firm has offices in Bangor and Belfast.

  3. MKB Law
    Real Estate
    2026 | Band 4