Real estate and construction

Dentons

Client Satisfaction

Dentons is a one-stop shop for investors, funds and asset managers needing assistance on investment and development transactions. The firm is experienced across a broad range of asset classes, from office and retail properties to hotels, student housing and logistics centres. Federico Sutti leads the team, advising on acquisitions and disposals of both assets and portfolios. Maria Sole Insinga is noted within the team with experience in alternative assets. Carlo Merisio and Sara Poetto are well-versed in cross-border investments.

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Testimonials

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‘Federico Sutti is one of a kind in the Italian lawyers' market.’
‘Dentons' team covers a wide range of skills in the real estate practice with unique ability to understand clients' needs.’
'Maria Sole Insinga is experienced and passionate.'
‘Individuals are well prepared and willing to work. The optimal level of client care and proficiency across the spectrum of activities/services provided.’
‘Strong legal knowledge and experience - business oriented - directly involves partners.’
‘Dentons is the go-to firm for real estate players looking for sophisticated support and a comprehensive and integrated service. I would say that their real estate assistance is at an outstanding level.’
‘Maria Sole Insinga is a renowned professional, appreciated by both peers and the market. She is knowledgeable, precise and has a very practical approach, able to find creative, tailor-made solutions to client’s needs.’
‘Dentons stands out for the human and professional quality of its members, who operate with impeccable expertise and extraordinary commitment.’

Key clients

Algebris Investments
Allianz Real Estate
AXA Investment Managers – Real Assets
AXA IM Alts
Bain Capital
Barings Real Estate
BNP Paribas Real Estate Investment Management
Castello SGR
COIMA SGR
CPI Property Group
DeA Capital Real Estate SGR
Fattal Hotel Group
Fondo Pensioni per il Personale Cariplo
Fort Partners
GLP
Gruppo Ruffino
Hines
Invesco Real Estate
Invimit SGR
Invel Real Estate Partners,

Work highlights

Advised Redeus Fund in the acquisition of the disused Farini and San Cristoforo railway yards owned by FS Sistemi Urbani, lead company of the FS Italian Railways Group's Urban Hub.
Advised Borio Mangiarotti in the joint venture with Bain Capital Special Situations, in partnership with Hines, concerning the investment in the 'EXTM' urban regeneration project for the redevelopment of the former “Trotto di San Siro” area in Milan.
Advised BNP Paribas REIM in the sale transaction to Campari Group of the property located in Milan, Corso Europa 2, for an amount of approximately € 110 million.

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