Real estate and construction

BonelliErede

Embodying ‘competence and strategic vision’, BonelliErede advises clients on all aspects of commercial real estate and construction. The firm is well-versed in real estate investment, with experience in portfolio acquisitions and disposals, the management of real estate funds and real estate financing. The firm also possesses expertise in construction, handling contract negotiation, project finance, tenders and dispute resolution. From Milan, corporate law specialists Alessandro Balp and Paolo Daino head the real estate and construction teams respectively. Within the team, Emanuela Da Rin provides real estate finance support, whilst Samuel Ghizzardi supports clients with corporate real estate, leasing and development matters.

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Testimonials

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‘Competence and strategic vision.’
‘Experienced professionals with a 360° view that minimizes risk. This quality is really rare in legal firms to find.’
‘Very strong availability, excellent expertise in real estate.’
‘Alessandro Balp and Samuel Ghizzardi have a very constructive and comforting approach, helping to find solutions.’
‘Alessandro Balp stands out for his ability to combine an incredibly proficient technical skillset with an extremely strong commercial nous. One of the very few lawyers who commands the respect of both sides and is able to cut through to the real issues.’
‘The team stands out for its expertise and collaborative approach. One of the key strengths of this team is its ability to deliver high-quality legal services while maintaining a deep understanding of our business needs. Their combination of specialized knowledge across real estate and a client-centered approach allows them to address complex legal issues efficiently and effectively.’
‘Very strong knowledge of the real estate banking industry, allowing them to understand the needs of both the lender and the borrower.’
‘Emanuela Da Rin is extremely supportive and always present in all the phases of the transaction.’

Key clients

Amundi SGR
Azora
Blue SGR
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
Coima SGR
Covivio
Lendlease
LVMH
London & Regional Properties
Praemia REIM
Sixth Street
Starwood Capital
Webuild
Itinera
CMC di Ravenna
Prelios

Work highlights

Assisted Sixth Street, Starwood Capital and Prelios SGR in the acquisition of the majority share of the EUR 258 million retail portfolio of IGD SIIQ.
Assisted Lendlease in the agreement with Equiter Infrastructure II aimed at the construction of the new scientific campus of the University of Milan, Science for Citizen, within the broader MIND project.
Assisted Central Sicaf – active in the Italian market of self-managed fixed-asset real estate investment companies – in signing a EUR 290 million loan with a pool of banks.

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