Real estate and construction

Hassans

'Unrivalled in the market', Hassans' residential and commercial property team is a go-to practice for all manner of real estate and construction work. For developments, practice head Nicholas Howard and Isaac Levy advise developers across all facets of large-scale real estate developments, specifically in land acquisitions, investment, development finance and conveyancing. Displaying 'unparalleled professionalism and understanding', Gemma Vasquez is the lead for construction mandates. Ian Farrell lends his expertise to town planning work and contentious landlord and tenant issues. Development finance specialist Karl Ghio and associate Meera Aswani are the other key figures to note.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

‘Arguably the largest legal firm in Gibraltar. The practice enjoys a very diverse team in all areas of the vibrant local economy. ’
‘Isaac Levy is an exceptional lawyer with deep understanding of development finance and the real estate sector both in Gibraltar and internationally.'
'Nick Howard is a very strong property lawyer and team leader.'
'Karl Ghio is a rising star of Hassans future.'
‘Hassans enjoys a breadth and depth of expertise in this sector which is unrivalled in the market. They are innovative in their approach to commercial matters relating to property transactions and make sure to work closely with all stakeholders for positive outcomes in a speedy manner. I have always found them responsive, engaging and commercial in their approach.’
‘Ian Farrell is someone I would single out for his no-nonsense commercial acumen, negotiation skills and deep understanding of real-world factors that usually have to be catered for in a legally delicate manner. His abilities in applying context with the Landlord & Tenant Act are superb, especially, as is his ability to navigate heritage considerations in commercial property contract clauses.’
‘The team has a wealth of local knowledge coupled with international experience. Undoubtedly my first port of call.’
‘Gemma Vasquez definitely stands out. Unparalleled professionalism and understanding. ’

Key clients

RBS
Ocean Village
Sancus
Commercial Development Investments Ltd
Hillstone Properties Ltd (Arengos )
Forbes Property Ltd
Tylee Properties Ltd (The Hub)
PC Properties Ltd (E1)
Trusted Novus Group
WDF Properties Ltd
BV Homes Ltd
Orange Bastion Holdings Ltd
SG Holdings Ltd
Mahtani
Bhatia
Alwani Holdings
Criterion North Gorge Ltd
Phoenix Capital Ltd.
Chestertons
GMI
Phoenix Real Estate
Kleinwort Hambros
Gibraltar International Bank
Lloyds
Prior Park Schools
North Gorge Properties Limited
TNG Global Foundation
Premier Developments Limited

Work highlights

Advise HM Government of Gibraltar, numerous developers, HNW investors and banks in respect of development finance and property finance.
Advised HM Government of Gibraltar on the acquisition of Gibdock by the Balaena Group, in particular, the drafting of the provisions of the new lease over the Dockyard.
Continued to advise the TNG Global Foundation on two of the largest projects in Gibraltar.