Norton Rose Fulbright
Client SatisfactionThe real estate team at Norton Rose Fulbright draws on global reach (over 50 locations worldwide and offices in Calgary, Montréal, Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver and Quebec City) to advise developers, major lenders, landlords, tenants and government agencies involved in project development, finance, acquisitions, dispositions, commercial leasing, in addition to construction and infrastructure matters, ranging from contracts to litigation. The firm’s full client roster spans such industries as financial services, education, sports, retail, chemicals, telecoms, aviation and insurance. Michael Bolitho in Calgary leads the practice, bringing expertise to the buying and selling of office properties, and to advising on infrastructure projects. Other key figures include senior partner Annette Lambert (also Calgary); experienced real estate negotiator Tina Peters (in Vancouver), who joined the practice from McCarthy Tétrault in November 2023; Jean-Nicolas Prévost in Quebec City, who specializes in the management of partnership structures for investors; Kamil Umar in Calgary, who joined in May 2023; and senior associate Nadia Guizani in Montreal. Former practice co-head Miguel Manzano departed in May 2024.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘They take a team approach which leads to better execution and attention to detail.’
‘Availability and an ability to take a business approach to advice. Deep understanding of real estate law.’
‘Team is very responsive and practical in their advice. Billing is timely and fair.’
‘Michael Bolitho is our go-to for all real-estate transactions. Very knowledgeable and responsive to both acquisition of new sites and all lease transactions.'
‘The team has deep industry knowledge in real estate and related security.’
‘Tina Peters is excellent.’
Key clients
- Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation
- Silvera for Seniors
- University of Calgary
- Olympic Motors
Work highlights
- Represented Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation in their comprehensive transactions with The City of Calgary, the Calgary Stampede and various other stakeholders involving construction and long-term operation and management of the new C$800m Calgary Event Centre, and significant public infrastructure work in surrounding areas.
- Represented the University of Calgary in respect of the ongoing development and operation of University Innovation Quarter.
- Represented Ethos Group in the potential acquisition of a land located on Nun’s Island, Montreal for more than C$40m.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Michael Bolitho