Real Estate
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Australia
Band 5
Contact number
+61 2 9513 2300Chambers Review
K&L Gates is a well-reputed global firm capable of handling the full spectrum of real estate matters, with expertise in development, leasing and investment management. Its real estate team advises governmental, construction, property and infrastructure companies on infrastructure and building management agreements, pre-commitment leasing and sale of land for development sites. Its notable clients include Aesop, Telstra and Brisbane Airport.
Work Highlights
- K&L Gates acted for Lendlease on its AUD93.5 million acquisition of heritage-listed 19 O'Connell Street, a government building constructed in 1924, from the State of New South Wales.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"All team members were experts in their roles and clearly of different backgrounds, bringing richness to the experience. It made an impression."
"The firm seems well in touch with market movements and always takes a commercial position where appropriate."
"All team members were experts in their roles and clearly of different backgrounds, bringing richness to the experience. It made an impression."
"The firm seems well in touch with market movements and always takes a commercial position where appropriate."
Notable Practitioners
Randall Gerkens is noted for his work on developments, capital transactions and leasing matters, counting major property groups among his clients.
"Randall is exceptional at the detail, but far more important is his steady guiding hand towards a successful outcome."
Samuel Brown advises in relation to property acquisitions, as well as leasing issues and land-related matters.
"Samuel is well known, has good knowledge of our requirements and provides a good level of service."