Roy Melick
Baker McKenzieA strong choice for corporates, financial institutions, government entities and in-bound overseas investors, Baker McKenzie is proficient in significant hotel and tourism transactions. Sebastian Busa oversees the group and is experienced in the logistics, retail, and warehouse sectors. Melbourne-based Dora Stilianos is praised by clients as ‘outstanding’ and she is skilled in industrial leasing issues as well as developments. Roy Melick is well versed in the sale and acquisition of commercial CBD buildings, hotels and resorts, mixed-use developments, and shopping centres. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Sydney, unless stated otherwise.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘The quality of the legal advice is well considered and provided in a timely manner. Additionally, being available when required is a positive attribute to the services being offered.’
- ‘They are accessible at short notice, the advice is high quality, and they make complex matters simple.’
- ‘Diligent, pragmatic, commercial, accessible, and responsive.’
- ‘Roy Melick has incredible industry knowledge and long-standing relationships that add to a seamless transaction.’
- ‘They have deep specialist expertise - they proactively take a commercial approach and help to get the deal done for their client.’
- ‘Practical and commercial advice. They are experts in their field, and standout partners include Sebastian Busa, a trusted adviser in the commercial real estate space.’
- ‘Sebastian Busa is a key team member, and he is supported by great individuals.’
- ‘Dora Stilianos is outstanding, a fast good communicator, and personable.’
Key clients
- TFE Hotels
- Pembroke (via its subsidiary Horizon MP Management Pty Ltd)
- CostaFox, now known as MONNO Developments
- The Crown in the Right of the State of Victoria
- Global Power Generation Australia Pty Ltd
- Neoen Australia Pty Ltd
- Fabbrostone Pty Ltd
- AW One Circular Quay Pty Ltd
- STACK Infrastructure
Work highlights
- Advising TFE Hotels on its hotel management business in Australia and New Zealand.
- Acted for Pembroke (via its subsidiary Horizon MP Management Pty Ltd) on the sale of 70 Eagle Street, Brisbane City.
- Acting for MONNO Developments (formerly CostaFox Developments) on a PPP competitive bid to the Victorian State Government relating to the proposed waterfront development of the Geelong Convention Centre Project.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Sebastian Busa
Baker McKenzieNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Dora Stilianos
Baker McKenziePractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Sebastian Busa