Real Estate
UK Guide 2025 : Northern Ireland
Band 1
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(028) 9031 4466About
Provided by A&L Goodbody
A&L Goodbody's Commercial Property team in Belfast is renowned for quality advice and service, market knowledge and unrivalled experience acting on the most significant transactions in Northern Ireland's property market.
Our team regularly advises domestic and international clients on a full range of matters and on the restructuring of the commercial property market in Northern Ireland.
The combined all-island team in our Belfast and Dublin offices acts for domestic and international investors, financial institutions, developers, retailers and owners/occupiers across the full range of commercial property transactions including:
- Investment sales and acquisitions
- Loan portfolio transfers
- Development and construction
- Real Estate finance, tax and regulation
- Landlord & Tenant matters
- Environmental & Planning
- Social housing
Chambers Review
A&L Goodbody has a notable ability to handle prominent portfolio acquisition transactions, bolstered by strong real estate finance capabilities. It regularly advises on institutional investment deals and corporate real estate matters. The firm is also noted for its ability to manage assets, including those of significant public sector landowners. It offers particular expertise in the energy and retail sectors. Its clients include developers, corporate occupiers and investors.
Work Highlights
- A&L Goodbody advised Castlebrooke Developments on the £500 million redevelopment of a 12 acre site comprising of offices, residential units, retail and hospitality units.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Commercial awareness is a huge area of strength for A&L Goodbody. They are pragmatic commercial thinkers and provide bespoke solutions to even the most complex legal issues."
"There is a wide range of partners who are subject matter experts. They are in turn supported by experienced junior staff. The team work together well to ensure we receive the best service possible."
"We have received very strong and appropriate advice on all matters, most of which are complex."
"The firm's multi-disciplinary approach is appreciated."
"There are a number of solicitors with specialist knowledge, meaning the firm can handle complete matters due to the wide and diverse team."
"Commercial awareness is a huge area of strength for A&L Goodbody. They are pragmatic commercial thinkers and provide bespoke solutions to even the most complex legal issues."
"There is a wide range of partners who are subject matter experts. They are in turn supported by experienced junior staff. The team work together well to ensure we receive the best service possible."
"We have received very strong and appropriate advice on all matters, most of which are complex."
"The firm's multi-disciplinary approach is appreciated."
"There are a number of solicitors with specialist knowledge, meaning the firm can handle complete matters due to the wide and diverse team."
Notable Practitioners
James Pringle is a consultant in the firm's real estate team. He has experience in both development and investment matters concerning a wide range of commercial property types.
"James Pringle is knowledgeable, efficient, empathetic, hardworking and fair."
"He has huge experience in this area and is well-regarded by all."
"James is great to deal with. He is knowledgeable regarding property-related matters and will endeavour to find the answer as quickly as possible and revert."
Gregory Martin acts on a wide range of high-value and complex real estate matters. He has particular expertise in investment transactions and large-scale developments.
"Gregory Martin is an outstanding real estate lawyer. He always goes above and beyond to get the job done for his clients. He is technically excellent but also a pragmatic thinker and problem solver."
"Gregory consistently displays excellent levels of knowledge and customer service."
"Greg Martin is a good real estate lawyer."
John Tougher is a partner in the firm's real estate department. His practice spans acquisitions and sales, development and property financing matters, with a notable strength in the energy sector.
"It is a pleasure to work with John Tougher. He is very knowledgeable but brings an element of his own personality to work, building a rapport with clients. I trust his opinions and recommendations."
Ranked Lawyers at
A&L Goodbody
Northern Ireland
Members
Provided by A&L Goodbody
Gregory Martin
Niamh Laverty
Richard McLean
Head of Department
Clients
Provided by A&L Goodbody
Castlebrooke Developments Limited
Gardrum Developments Ltd
Gas Network Ireland
LDS Devco Ltd
NewRiver REIT Plc
OH (Office) Developments Limited
Oakland (FRO) Limited
Oakland (Holdings) Limited
UBS Group AG
Wellwood Propco Limited (Lotus Group)
Industries
Provided by A&L Goodbody
Banks
Commercial & Professional Services
Energy
Government
Real Estate
Real Estate Finance
Retail
Utilities