DLA Piper is home to an experienced real estate team, which advises on a host of matters relating to energy infrastructure, data centres, stadiums, hotels, retail, industrial, and mixed-use developments. At the helm of the practice, Sydney-based Kate Pickthall is noted for the depth of her expertise in advising on acquisitions and disposals of real estate assets. Stephanie Lambert brings strong credentials in renewable energy real estate issues, advising on both international and domestic projects. Sallie Bowtell is particularly impressive in handling project financing, property transactions, and leasing, while Eagul Faigen is sought out by a range of clients across the commercial, retail and energy sectors.
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Testimonials
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‘Clear, practical advice, presented in a way that is easy for in-house counsel to disseminate to the wider business.’
‘The culture across DLA is fantastic, ensuring that it is a single team no matter what department we engage.’
‘Stephanie Lambert is a true business partner who goes beyond her core responsibility and genuinely seeks to better our business. She is actively across all of our dealings with DLA and ensures we get the best outcomes and is always immediately responsive.’
'DLA Piper provides reliable, pragmatic advice with a good balance of global reach and local expertise. The team is responsive, clear in communication and delivers work to agreed timeframes.'
'The team's collaborative approach across practice areas ensures cohesive advice.'
'Overall, DLA Piper offer consistent, high-quality service with practical solutions, making them a dependable partner compared to many firms.'
- 'The individuals I’ve worked with at DLA Piper stand out for their responsiveness, clear communication and practical approach to problem-solving. I’ve particularly valued their reliability under time pressure and their collaborative style, which makes working with them straightforward.'
- 'My contacts at DLA Piper demonstrate consistency in quality and professionalism, giving confidence that matters are being managed effectively.'
Key clients
- Macquarie Data Centres
- Energy Bay
- Cleary Brothers
- BE Power Group
- Hydrostor
- Enel Green Power
- Potentia Energy
- Enliven Housing
- Penske Transportation Group
- Leichhardt Industrials Group
- WA Cricket Association Ltd
- Finbar Group Limited
Work highlights
Advised Macquarie Data Centres on the AUD174 million acquisition of a data centre site in Sydney from Keppel DC REIT, including Intellicentre 2 and 3 East.
Advised BE Power Group on land acquisitions for the Big-T Project, a flagship pumped hydro and battery storage development in Southern Queensland supporting NEM decentralisation and Queensland’s 50% renewable energy target.
Advised Enliven Housing on the AUD100 million sale of its national portfolio of specialist disability accommodation assets to MySAS.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Kate Pickthall
Other key lawyers
Stephanie Lambert; Sallie Bowtell; Eagul Faigen