DLA Piper‘s real estate practice excels in real estate investments and divestments, financings, and joint ventures. The group has amassed an impressive client roster comprised of businesses from a range of sectors, including hospitality, financial services, and logistics, among others. José María Oliva is noted for his experience in real estate transactional matters, ranging from sale and leaseback deals to distressed portfolio transactions. Former practice head Orson Alcocer is no longer at the firm.
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‘The team stands out for its availability, ability to summarise and explain topics, and agility in responses.’
‘José María Oliva stands out in particular for his proximity, availability, treatment, fulfilment of commitments, and commercial knowledge.’
‘A very commercial team focused on closing the transaction.’
Key clients
- Pimco Prime Real Estate
- Levi’s
- Aquila Capital
- Oxford Properties Management
- NH Hoteles
- Savills Investment Management
- Amundi
- Starwood Capital
- GLP
- CaixaBank
Work highlights
Advised Redevco on the creation and implementation of a joint venture to invest in a Iberian portfolio of hotels.
Advised Aquila Capital on the acquisition of a plot of land in Tordera for the development of a logistics project to be leased to Kave Home.
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Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Other key lawyers
José María Oliva; Alejandro Márquez