Jones Day supports clients on investment transactions of sites and property portfolios in a variety of sectors, such as hospitality, residential, logistics and offices. The firm is also advising on forward purchases and financings of development projects. Private equity expert Anna Cartwright and David Smith jointly helm the practice. Alistair Grant is a regular advisor to investment funds. Laura Pembridge is well-versed in cross border transactions, especially for private equity clients. Simon Kiff is adept in matters relating to offices. Matthew Peel is experienced in advising alternative lenders and investment managers. Ryan Hill assists clients in alternative assets, such as student accommodation, build-to-rent and logistics. Katie Brown acts for institutional investors, fund vehicles and private companies.
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Key clients

  • ARA Dunedin Limited
  • CBRE Investment Management
  • Cortland Partners
  • Cushman & Wakefield
  • DOOR S.L.P.
  • Elwood Fund Management
  • Get Living plc
  • GoldenTree Asset Management
  • Greystar Real Estate Partners, LLC
  • LaSalle Investment Management

Work highlights

  • Advised DOOR, S.L.P. on the acquisition by Aware Super of Qatari Diar's 22% stake in Get Living PLC, joining APG and DOOR who each control a 39% stake.
  • Advised Greystar’s pan-European residential fund, Greystar Equity Partners Europe I, on the acquisition and financing of a development site at Wembley Park.
  • Advised Travelodge Hotels and its shareholder, Goldentree Asset Management LP, on its acquisition and financing of a portfolio of 66 hotels from LXi REIT plc.

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

Anna Cartwright; David Smith

Other key lawyers

John Crowley; Simon Kiff; Laura Pembridge; Ryan Hill; Kirsty Rogerson; Matthew Peel; Katie Brown; Alistair Grant