A strong choice for national and international corporations on real estate investment, DLA Piper handles property acquisitions, disposals, and development projects. Kate Pickthall leads the practice from Sydney and is often engaged in distressed real estate transactions. Sallie Bowtell’s caseload encompasses renewable energy initiatives, Stephanie Lambert is versed in renewable projects, while Eagul Faigen is proficient in leasing. In Brisbane, Harry Stone is noted for his greenfield and brownfield development capabilities.

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  • ‘The team is well resourced and holds deep connections across markets and teams within its firm, allowing the team to provide a full suite of advice that can cross practice areas and jurisdictions.'
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Key clients

  • Valparaiso Capital Partners
  • PAYCE
  • Deicorp
  • Sekisui House
  • National Pension Scheme of Korea
  • Merlin
  • Enliven
  • Korean Investment Corporation
  • Hydrostor
  • Finbar Group Limited
  • Curtin University of Technology
  • BASF
  • Leichardt Industrials Group
  • Menzies Aviation
  • AIP Asset Management
  • Sosteneo SGR S.p.A
  • SLMC
  • Gateway Capital Holdings Pty Ltd
  • Inspire Impact
  • Pelligra Group

Work highlights

  • Acted for PAYCE in relation to a joint venture with developer Deicorp to deliver a key commercial, retail, and residential site.
  • Advised Valparaiso Capital Partners on the AUD530 million sale of student accommodation and retail assets in the Brisbane CBD.
  • Acted on the divestment of NPS’ share in a circa $1.1bn industrial and logistics portfolio to UniSuper.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Kate Pickthall

Other key lawyers

Sallie Bowtell, Eagul Faigen, Harry Stone, Stephanie Lambert