The practice at DLA Piper is well-versed in handling the remit of ultra-high-value national and international hotel and leisure deals for its client portfolio, which is formed of owners, investors, operators and financial institutions. Its workload is composed of sales and acquisitions, large hotel investment deals, multi-jurisdictional hotel deals, financing and debt financing matters, amongst many others. The Leeds-based Matthew Duncombe, who is equipped to handle high-stakes deals, helms the team alongside Jo Owen, who assists on cross-jurisdictional and complex transactions. Rob Salter has extensive experience handling corporate matters, and Toby Barker is noteworthy for his real estate finance expertise.
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Key clients
- Hyatt International Corporation
- Hung Yen Investment and Development
Work highlights
Advising Blackstone Real Estate on the acquisition of Village Hotels, a hotel owner, operator and developer, from affiliates of KSL Capital Partners.
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Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Matthew Duncombe; Jo Owen
Other key lawyers
Rob Salter; Toby Barker; Milena Falciano-Padron