Sean Cope
DLA PiperWith activity across the hospitality, leisure, and logistics sectors, DLA Piper regularly handles hospitality and urban regeneration projects. Duncan Pickering, who leads the practice, is well versed in investment acquisitions, while Sean Cope is often engaged in mixed-use developments. Nicola De Sylva is proficient in leasing and Marta Almeida is experienced in property transactions.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Key clients
- Atieva Inc
- Abu Dhabi Ports Company
- Etihad Rail
- Abu Dhabi Pension Fund
- ADNOC
- Aldar
Work highlights
- Advised a client on a large-scale luxury community development in Dubai.
- Advised on a joint venture structure and land acquisition arrangements for a $1bn+ development.
- Advised on the growth of a leading global technology company in the Middle East with both physical stores and data centres.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Duncan Pickering