Real Estate - France
What the team is known for
Archers is well reputed for its team of lawyers specialising in real estate finance mandates for the acquisition, disposal and development of assets. The law firm represents banks and investment firms, with deals frequently involving office and retail properties. Lawyers in the team frequently act in collaboration with the firm's banking and finance and corporate teams to cover the full range of issues for its expanding client base.
Strengths
"Archers know the market practices in our real estate industry perfectly. We appreciate the team's responsiveness a lot."
"Archers has a strong team who are dedicated and deal-oriented and provide tailor-made advice."
"They fully understand our objectives and our concerns from a legal and a financial standpoint."
Work highlights
Archers advised Batipart and Atland Voisin on an agreement with Carmila to acquire an 80% stake in a portfolio of assets.
Notable practitioners
Jean-Maurice Gaillard is a market leader in the financing of real estate transactions, frequently acting for prominent French financial institutions. "He is one of the key names in the market for real estate finance."
Paul-Henri de Cabissole advises both lenders and borrowers on the financing of cross-border real estate transactions. He handles mandates involving logistics and office building assets. "He is a great lawyer - he is always relevant and always finds solutions in negotiations to get the deal done."
Arnaud Moutet acts for investors and asset managers on the acquisition of office and residential real estate. He is adept at handling both domestic and cross-border mandates. "He is highly involved in each project." "He is very pleasant, reactive and business-oriented. He can be a real adviser."
Avi Amsellem enters the rankings this year. He assists real estate companies and asset managers with acquisitions and development mandates. "Avi Amsellem has a high level of knowledge and a strong ability to negotiate." "Avi is a great legal professional with a detailed understanding of our businesses, the complexity of operations and the financial impacts they have. He is a real deal maker, always looking for and finding solutions to get things done, and he defends our interests with commitment and finesse. His knowledge of the market and its players is a real asset too."
