Real Estate Finance
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 3
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DLA Piper is a well-reputed property finance team that works closely with a range of top lenders. The firm also regularly provides counsel to international borrowers looking to do business in the UK. The team advises on the full spectrum of real estate finance, including intercreditor arrangements. It provides counsel across a wide array of asset classes, including hotels, student accommodation properties and sports venues. The team is supported by a diverse suite of departments including finance, corporate and tax.
Work Highlights
- DLA Piper advised Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan on a EUR1.45 billion construction financing for FC Barcelona, allowing for work to take place on the team's stadium, as well as other projects for the club.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"DLA Piper has broad geographic reach and great co-ordination across offices."
"The partners are very detail-oriented and have broad understanding of the real estate business."
"One of the reasons I like using DLA is their commercial acumen and ability to see past the legal risks."
"DLA Piper has broad geographic reach and great co-ordination across offices."
"The partners are very detail-oriented and have broad understanding of the real estate business."
"One of the reasons I like using DLA is their commercial acumen and ability to see past the legal risks."
Notable Practitioners
Toby Barker is highlighted for his expertise in advising lenders on domestic and cross-border real estate finance matters. He has broad transactional experience encompassing refinancing, acquisitions and development financing.
"Toby is always on top of the details, has a hands-on approach and gets things done."
"Toby is practical and commercially-oriented."
Chris Chan advises clients on a range of asset classes such as logistics and student accommodation. He has broad expertise in real estate finance including mezzanine facilities and development financing.
"Chris is an extremely competent partner and has a deep understanding of our specific requirements."
"Chris is an excellent lawyer."
"Chris is commercial and pragmatic."
Paul Gray is sought after for his expertise in real estate finance matters involving restructuring and liquidation. He has additional experience in construction finance matters and is well-positioned to advise on domestic and international transactions.
"Paul is great to work with and is very knowledgeable in the real estate space."
Ranked Lawyers at
DLA Piper LLP
UK-wide