DLA Piper (Canada) LLP leverages its international capabilities, advising both domestic and overseas clients such as public and private real estate investors with real estate transactions, disputes and projects. The team is well-versed in commercial real estate assets such as office, industrial, retail and multi-family developments as well as recreational and resort development. It is also noted for its work on PPP projects in Canada. Catherine Gibson leads the team in Vancouver and advises on acquisitions, financings, sales and leasing. Daniel Shapira spearheads the Toronto practice and advises on commercial real estate issues as well as on real estate capital market mandates.
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‘Well-versed on commercial real estate issues.’
‘Quick responses, very pointed and accurate directions.’
Key clients
- 9379-1242 Québec
- La Maison Sami T.A. Fruits
- Samir Chowieri
- Deka Immobilien Investment
- City of Richmond
- Halmont Properties
- 23:32 Capital RV Resort Fund
- Mission Group Enterprises
- Nanaimo Port Authority
- Thompson Rivers University
- Operating Engineers’ Pension Plan
- Aqua Resort
- Vancouver Island Health Authority
Work highlights
Represented Deka Immobilien Investment in its acquisition of two Class AAA office towers located in downtown Vancouver from Oxford Properties Group and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board.
Practice head
Catherine Gibson; Daniel Shapira