Greenberg Traurig LLP centres its real estate practice on cross-border property development, investments, M&A and property finance. The firm has expertise across the logistics, industrial, residential, office and life sciences sectors. The team is led by David van Dijk, who specialises in corporate and finance transactions for both international and domestic clients. Coco van Zuiden focuses on real estate investments and project development issues, while Simone Wijngaard, who splits her time between Amsterdam and London, stands out on finance transactions.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Greenberg Traurig’s real estate practice stands out for its depth of expertise in complex, high-value transactions, offering clients both technical excellence and commercial insight.’
  • ‘Exceptional expertise and a strong client-focused approach. Their deep understanding of the real estate market, combined with commercial acumen, enables them to structure and execute complex transactions with precision and efficiency.'
  • ‘Eva Herde is very client-minded, no-nonsense approach. Radboud de Wit is a humorous notary, with a very in-depth knowledge of acquisitions and disposals. Pragmatic, without losing the bigger goal in obtaining the best outcome.’
  • ‘Coco van Zuiden is a superb allrounder and team lead. The perfect extension of our deal team.’
  • ‘The team is pragmatic, flexible and highly focused on client needs. They distinguish themselves through their commitment, transparency and straightforward approach. They are consistently willing to find practical solutions and go the extra mile to make transactions work.’
  • ‘Coco van Zuiden has been an outstanding lawyer for years. Highly articulate and clear in her explanations, she is also approachable and collaborative, adapting seamlessly to her clients’ preferred ways of working. Her professionalism, warmth and communication skills set her apart.’

Key clients

  • LCN Capital Partners Avery Dennison
  • W.P. Carey
  • AEW
  • DWS
  • Pontegadea
  • Pinnacle
  • MEAG
  • Brightwater
  • EQT Exeter
  • Tritax Eurobox
  • Tristan Capital Partners
  • Union Investment

Work highlights

Advised Fidelity International on the acquisition of a cross-border logistics portfolio comprising assets located in the Netherlands, France and Germany.
Assisted LCN Capital Partners with the disposal of the Avery Dennison office and laboratory building at Leiden Bio Science Park to ASR Dutch Science Park Fund for €51m.
Assisted International Campus with the acquisition and financing of the prime 342-apartment purpose-built student accommodation development in Capelle aan den IJssel from a joint venture.

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

David van Dijk

Other key lawyers

Simone Wijngaard; Bas Bruynsteen; Coco van Zuiden; Eva Herde; Radboud de Wit; Barbara Klootwijk; Marijn Bodelier