Corrs Chambers Westgarth is home to a well-experienced real estate team whose practice spans an array of industries, including media, childcare, housing, mixed-use real estate, healthcare and infrastructure. The team is recognised for its expertise in handling harbour redevelopments, affordable housing projects, capital partnerships, acquisitions, and debt financing. The group is under the leadership of seasoned partner Paul Carrick in Sydney, who brings in-depth knowledge of joint ventures, acquisitions, disposals and developments to the team. Peter Calov is a reference for property developers and institutions seeking to acquire, develop and sell commercial, retail, industrial and residential properties. Nathaniel Popelianski has a proven track record in handling large-scale real estate transactions, including fund-through developments and automated logistics centres, while Natalie Bryant is a key contact for urban renewal projects.
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Testimonials
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‘The team at Corrs led by Rebecca Field brought a diverse set of expertise, ranging from commercial dispute resolution through advising on existing laws to preparing instructions for legislative drafting. The professionalism and genuine attention to detail and care makes the team a standout in the field.’
‘Rebecca Field advised on all aspects of the transaction and it is an understatement to say that it would not have come to fruition without Rebecca’s expertise and ability to think out of the box even in really complex situations.'
‘Corrs Chambers Westgarth stands out from the crowd not only by providing excellent legal advice - they are extremely practical and support us to find commercial solutions to problems. Many firms say they are commercially as well as legally minded, Corrs actually is.’
‘I have done a lot of work with Rhys Lloyd-Morgan. He is incredibly easy to communicate with and provides very timely, solutions-focussed advice.’
‘Corrs demonstrate an understanding of a business' needs and are extremely pragmatic in their approach to providing legal advice and billing. Quality of work is very strong with a competitive edge in value for money.’
‘Paul Carrick understands what makes businesses tick, what they really care about and what is not important to them. This allows him to focus in on the needle moving aspects of transactions and deliver outcomes very efficiently.’
‘The partners genuinely care for our firm and ensuring we get the best possible legal position. This is probably their best attribute.’
‘Peter Calov and Natalie Bryant are across the detail and will think through challenges before acting.’
'Professionalism, experience, level of service and timely responses set Corrs' property team apart.'
'Nathaniel Popelianski is very engaging, responsive, professional and provides trusted legal advice which we value and take comfort from. Knowing we have a great legal team that are always available to us make our jobs (as clients) a little easier.'
Key clients
- Blackstone
- BlackRock
- BGO
- Mirvac
- Stockland
- Frasers
- NSW Ports
- Investa Property Group
- Coles
- Queensland Investment Corporation
- Port of Melbourne
Work highlights
Advised Stockland Supalai Residential Communities Partnership Pty Ltd (SSRCP), a capital partnership between Stockland and Supalai Australia Holdings Pty Ltd (SAH), on its A$1.06 billion acquisition of 12 master-planned communities from Lendlease.
Advised Mirvac on all property aspects of its major redevelopment of Darling Harbour on Sydney’s foreshore, known as “Harbourside”.
Advised Coles Group Limited on its new store support centre and national office headquarters of approximately 30,000 square metres with rights to expand the premises to 47,000 square metres at 720 Bourke Street, Melbourne.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Paul Carrick
Other key lawyers
Nathaniel Popelianski; Pete Calov; Natalie Bryant; Rebecca Field; Rhys Lloyd-Morgan