Ashurst LLP is a reference in the market for funds, banks, sponsors, corporate end-users and developers, with the team capable of advising on the full remit of transactional matters, financial, tax, and environmental issues. The practice group is co-led by experienced partners Philippe None, who specialises in structuring and executing domestic and international transactions, and David Noblinski, whose expertise encompasses commercial leases and urban planning matters. Eric Fiszelson leads the team's real estate finance practice, and it’s a trusted advisor to lenders, borrowers and sponsors. Other names to note include Manon Bucaille and Audrey Lesage.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Extremely responsive, always attentive to the needs of their clients, particularly flexible and dynamic.’
  • ‘David Noblinski is a remarkable partner; he has a comprehensive understanding of all subjects, possesses exceptionally clear writing skills, and demonstrates a keen grasp of the issues at hand. He has a strong business acumen and excels in negotiation meetings.
  • ‘A close-knit team, extremely dedicated and available, with a rare ability to understand client expectations and adapt to their constraints. Deep expertise in the areas in which we call upon them.'
  • ‘David Noblinski showcases exceptional expertise, ability to understand the client's challenges and to negotiate effectively with counterparties

Key clients

  • August Collection
  • Colliers
  • Euryale
  • Faubourg Promotion
  • Helexia
  • Idec Group
  • Lafayette Property Consulting
  • Morgan Stanley
  • White Summit Capital
  • Allianz
  • Alsei Entreprise
  • Amundi

Work highlights

Advising a leading Spanish investor on its €500m investment in Paris, including trophy assets and one hotel, and the sale of Notre Dame des Victoires.
Advising EQT Real Estate on the acquisition by way of a forward sale and financing of (i) a building to be erected in Lormont near Bordeaux, (ii) a building to be erected in the Bassins-à-Flots district of Bordeaux, and (iii) a building to be erected in Saint-Ouen.
Advising the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) on the negotiation of a forward lease for its new Paris headquarters.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

Philippe None; David Noblinski

Other key lawyers

Manon Bucaille