Key strengths of the real estate practice at CMS Francis Lefebvre include the structuring of investments, development work, acquisition and divestment. Investors, insurers, developers and corporations regularly feature on the group’s client roster. The practice is jointly led by Benjamin Bill, Florence Chérel, Aline Divo and Céline Cloché-Dubois, following the departure of Philippe Riglet and Géraldine Machinet in November 2022.
Testimonials
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- 'It is an essential team on the market. Aline Divo is exceptional in terms of skill and kindness.’
‘A well-structured firm with expert specialists. Well-monitored employees with sufficient numbers to respond to emergencies.’
Key clients
- BNP Paribas
- Deka Immobilien GmbH
Work highlights
- Assisted BNP REIM with the acquisition of two retail parks ('Enox' in Gennevilliers and 'Mon Beau Buchelay' located in the Paris region).
- Assisted Union Investment with an off-plan acquisition of a mixed use building located in Lyon.