Real Estate (International Firms)
Greater China Region Guide 2024 : China
Band 4
Email address
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Provided by Withers LLP
The real estate team at Withers has been consistently regarded as the leading real estate law practice.
We are able to assist our clients in various matters relating to building and planning requirements, land sub-division, strata schemes and strata sub-division of buildings, as well as in the alienation of land from the state. We represent buyers, sellers, investors, executives and lenders in all types of acquisitions and disposals of real properties, be it assets acquisition and disposals or acquisitions and disposals of shares of the property holding corporate vehicles.
Members of our team also have experience in acquisition finance and can provide in-depth practical guidance on a full range of financial strategies, from senior debt, mezzanine and working capital facilities, to private equity and the public placing of shares.
We have acted for major property developers with respect to condominiums, housing estates, commercial shopping complexes, office units, industrial warehouses and factories and with regards to various residential commercial projects.
Chambers Review
The noteworthy real estate practice at Withers draws strength from its extensive global network. It offers particular skill in handling complex mergers and acquisitions of real estate entities, as well as leasing and financing matters involving capital markets and structured financing structures. The team is particularly visible advising on deals in the residential, commercial and retail sectors. Its client roster features real estate funds, developers and financial institutions.
Work Highlights
- Withers represented Shun Ho Construction (Holdings), a subsidiary of Magnificent Hotel Investments, in its acquisition of Bay Bridge Lifestyle Retreat, a 435-room waterfront hotel, for approximately HKD1.42 billion.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Withers are very knowledgeable in every aspect. Their expertise and guidance helped in achieving goals."
"Withers are very knowledgeable in every aspect. Their expertise and guidance helped in achieving goals."
Notable Practitioners
Polly Chu's practice centres on sales and acquisitions as well as financing matters in the real estate space, with notable experience handling tenancy issues.
"Polly is very knowledgeable and has great people skills. Her research skills are outstanding and based on what the client's needs are."
