With notable expertise in major education, health and transport infrastructure projects, Clayton Utz excels in the logistics sector. Andrew Steele leads the team and is a key contact for the NSW State Government on the acquisition and development of strategic sites. Nikki Robinson is experienced in urban renewal developments, while Julie Levis is adept in construction and project management work. Carrie Rogers and Eva Oraham handle commercial leasing issues, and Jerome Martin in Melbourne was promoted to partner in January 2023. All of the individuals mentioned are located in Sydney, unless stated otherwise.

A key contact for tenants and landlords for leasing transactions, Corrs Chambers Westgarth is at the forefront of social and affordable housing, as well as purpose-built accommodation matters. With activity in the build-to-rent and childcare sectors, Paul Carrick oversees the group and is skilled in acquisitions, disposals and joint ventures. Peter Calov and Nathaniel Popelianski, who is based in Melbourne, are entrusted by corporate clients on precinct redevelopments, while Natalie Bryant is proficient in urban renewals. Penelope McCawley is noted for her expertise in commercial office and anchor tenant retail leasing, fund through sales as well as portfolio sales and purchases. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Sydney, unless stated otherwise.

Often working in conjunction with the firm’s corporate, finance, property, and tax teams, Herbert Smith Freehills LLP is well-regarded for its expertise in property developments and transactions. Luke Simpson oversees the practice from Brisbane, and is noted for his capabilities in indigenous heritage and native title matters, as well as renewable energy projects. Michael Back advises clients on infrastructure projects and fund investments throughout Australia, Asia, the UK and the US, while Frank Poeta handles sizeable urban regeneration projects and David Sinn is in demand for large-scale domestic and industrial building projects.

King & Wood Mallesons’ broad practice encompasses real estate M&A, tax issues and development work. Simone Menz co-heads the team from Melbourne and has been praised for her ‘technical expertise and problem solving capability’. Fellow co-head Mark Bayliss advises domestic and international private equity real estate managers and investors on their strategic initiatives. Chris Mitchell has over three decades of experience in infrastructure developments in both the public and private sectors, while Stuart Dixon-Smith is sought out by blue-chip clients on urban renewal projects. Jessica Wallis assists A-REITS, fund managers and property companies on the real estate aspects of corporate and banking transactions. Emily Masters in Melbourne is another key member of the team. All of the individuals mentioned are located in Sydney, unless stated otherwise.

With a sizeable retirement village practice, Minter Ellison continues to handle portfolio management work for a variety of significant institutional property owners and tenants operating in Australia. Adrian Rich in Brisbane is noted for his capabilities in property acquisitions, developments and disposals. Peter Mitchell caters to leasing arrangements for landlords and tenants, while Carla Deluca is often engaged in construction, property development and PPP projects. Virginia Briggs in Sydney is trusted by significant public and private organisations. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Melbourne, unless otherwise stated.

Instructed by life insurers and pension, private equity and sovereign wealth funds, Allens’ full-service offering in Melbourne encompasses advising on construction, finance and M&A work as well as tax mandates. Head of the practice Michael Graves is experienced in the renewable energy sector as well as infrastructure projects, while David McLeish is often engaged in acquisition, development and structuring matters, acting for financiers, government entities and proponents. Tim Chislett is adept in property developments, leases, and joint ventures.

With activity across the build-to-rent, office, and retail sectors, Ashurst is geared to handle major infrastructure and urban regeneration projects. Pauline Tan oversees the group and is often engaged in matters pertaining to alternative asset classes, in particular student accommodation and logistics properties. Jason Cornwall-Jones in Melbourne and Tim Mathers in Brisbane are experienced in real estate acquisitions, disposals, developments and leasing transactions. John Stawyskyj is knowledgeable of operating agreements concerning tourist assets and venues, and Lindy Randall is noted for her capabilities in the sale and leasing of commercial properties.

A strong choice for corporates, financial institutions, government entities and in-bound overseas investors, Baker McKenzie is proficient in significant hotel and tourism transactions. Sebastian Busa oversees the group and is experienced in the logistics, retail, and warehouse sectors. Melbourne-based Dora Stilianos is praised by clients as ‘outstanding’ and she is skilled in industrial leasing issues as well as developments. Roy Melick is well versed in the sale and acquisition of commercial CBD buildings, hotels and resorts, mixed-use developments, and shopping centres. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Sydney, unless stated otherwise.

Well regarded in the renewable energy sector, Norton Rose Fulbright often advises contractors, developers and public bodies on commercial, industrial, mixed-use and retail projects. From Sydney, Michael McKee  leads the team; he has extensive experience in both transactional and project work including joint venture or development agreements and specialist leasings. Justin Lucas in Melbourne leads on building and infrastructure projects while Matthew Derrick in Brisbane handles energy, infrastructure, and property developments and Adrian Jones in Melbourne handles build-to-rent and logistics work. Astrid Beemster joined the firm’s Sydney office, where Sally-Ann Rowland is also a key member of the team.

 

Led by Kristan Conlon, McCullough Robertson is entrusted by government entities, international developers, as well as local and international funds. Ian Hazzard is skilled in leasing issues, property developments and real estate tourism work, while Marianne Lloyd-Morgan is a key contact for landlord and tenant leasing clients. All of the individuals mentioned are located in Brisbane.

Often engaged in planning and environmental matters as well as property acquisitions, Arnold Bloch Leibler is a key contact for clients across the commercial, industrial and retail sectors. Tyrone McCarthy leads the practice and acts for corporations, entrepreneurs and private client groups on a spectrum of property finance issues. Ken Gray is informed on commercial property development transactions, while Gia Cari is often engaged in real estate disposals, finance work and leasing transactions. Dorian Henneron is noted for his capabilities in large-scale commercial and mixed-use developments. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Melbourne.

Colin Biggers & Paisley's caseload encompasses the full gamut of property development projects, as well as acquisitions, disposals, leases, and disputes. Practice head Rhett Oliver is entrusted by market entrants on significant urban renewal projects, while Michael Lanyon is adept in building and construction contracts, infrastructure projects and planning issues. Sydney-based Leanne Walker is skilled in access to land issues and land contract disputes. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Melbourne, unless stated otherwise.

Often managing assets for institutional and international corporations, DLA Piper handles acquisitions and disposals, development projects, as well as inbound investments into the domestic real estate market. Head of the practice Kate Pickthall is experienced in capital, critical leasing and corporate occupier transactions, while Stephanie Lambert is focused on renewable energy projects. Sallie Bowtell in Melbourne is adept in property transactions in the commercial and industrial sectors, while Pippa Harley is noted for her expertise in joint ventures. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Sydney, unless stated otherwise.

Major commercial, industrial, mixed-use and shopping centre development projects remain a key component of the practice at Gadens Lawyers. The team also continues to handle acquisitions for superfunds and is particularly active in the build-to-rent and healthcare sectors. Praised as an ‘excellent leader’, Brihony Boan leads the Melbourne group, while Natasha Hood, who is experienced in commercial and retail leasing transactions, co-heads the Brisbane team with John Nicolas. Lui Scipioni in Melbourne is a key contact for an assortment of domestic shopping centre owners and managers.

Well regarded for its health and affordable social housing offering, Hall & Wilcox is adept in advising on government and public infrastructure portfolios, property developments and REITs. Natalie Bannister co-leads the practice and is proficient in commercial, industrial, and retail leasing work as well as utilities infrastructure projects. Fellow co-head John O’Kane is noted for his expertise in the development of healthcare assets and residential apartment developments. Based in Sydney, Jennifer Degotardi is knowledgeable of title and development matters pertaining to renewable development projects. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Melbourne, unless stated otherwise.

With a national spread of work, Maddocks has a successful track record in large infrastructure projects. Alicia Albury in Sydney advises a litany of clients on commercial, industrial and hotel acquisitions, disposals, and developments. Nick Holuigue is proficient in the management of leasings and sales, while Clare Batrouney is noted for her public sector transactional work. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Melbourne, unless stated otherwise.

Led by Jennifer Andrews, the real estate department at Dentons is well regarded for its expertise in leasing law and residential development work. Cara Richardson in Brisbane assists large institutional companies with the acquisition and disposal of businesses and land, while Matthew Geary is proficient in commercial, industrial and retail leasing. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Sydney, unless stated otherwise.

Gilbert + Tobin’s recent work highlights include advising on healthcare, precinct and over-station developments as well as handling agricultural leases and residential building acquisitions. Amanda Hempel leads the practice and is informed on commercial, industrial and retail leasing, while Elias Stephen is active on joint ventures as well as acting for clients in the hotel, resort and tourism spaces. Nicholas Lazarou is knowledgeable of the development aspects of significant infrastructure projects. All of the individuals mentioned are located in Sydney.

With offices in Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney, the sizeable real estate practice at K&L Gates advises clients across the aviation, energy and resources, healthcare and social and affordable housing sectors. Will Grinter in Melbourne co-leads the team with Sandra Steele; the former is currently engaged in multi-stage, mixed-use urban projects. Samuel Brown and Brisbane-based Damiano Castelli cater to infrastructure projects, while the former also handles transactions and investment fund issues. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Sydney, unless stated otherwise.

Led by John Wells, Lander & Rogers is geared to handle developments, foreign investment into Australian real estate assets, as well as retail leasing mandates. Nick Stocks is adept at structured real estate transactions and is a key contact for institutional buyers and developers, landlords, and tenants. Lee Wolveridge advises clients on mixed use developments, while Sydney-based Lisa Townsend is also a key member of the team. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Melbourne, unless stated otherwise.

Overseen by national head of property James Price, Mills Oakley's practice is a key port of call for significant occupiers on industrial and retail leasing transactions. Tim L’Orange leads the Sydney team and is noted for his expertise in property acquisitions and sales, while Perth-based practice head Patrick Thaung handles property due diligence, sales contracts and structuring transactions. Adam Peppinck in Canberra acts for an assortment of government departments and statutory authorities on acquisitions and disposals. Also highlighted is Tony Butler, who oversees the Brisbane department.

Noted for its capabilities in commercial and retail leasing, Squire Patton Boggs is a strong choice for global retailers, institutional investors and real estate owners and investors. Dannelle Howley leads the team from Sydney and specialises in real estate transactions, while Mark Palermo in Perth is experienced in real estate developments and joint venture contracting.

Frequently handling leasehold portfolio management issues, property law remains a key component of the practice at Thomson Geer. Adelaide-based Chris Kelly‘s practice encompasses commercial acquisitions and leasings as well as renewable energy and infrastructure projects. Chris O’Shea in Brisbane handles a breadth of hotel and tourism asset transactions in addition to commercial, residential, and retail developments.

The real estate department at Jackson McDonald is regularly engaged in retail leasings, retirement village projects, and structured property transactions. Head of the team Simon Moen handles urban renewal projects, while Bianca McGoldrick is knowledgeable of commercial property land developments and leasing issues. Ryan Chorley is proficient in anchor tenant leasing as well as agribusiness transactions. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Perth.

Johnson Winter Slattery’s broad client roster includes foreign investors, investment funds, REITs, and sovereign wealth and pension funds. Peter Trevaskis is skilled in property acquisitions, sales, developments as well as industrial leasing work, while Carrie Follas excels in the agriculture and plantation forestry sectors. Rita Bradshaw handles corporate accommodation co-investments and also identifies real estate risks arising in M&A transactions. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Sydney.

Praised as ‘specialists in real estate legal advice’, leasing portfolios and property transactions remain a cornerstone of the specialist boutique firm Massons. Jodie Masson and Leisha de Aboitiz oversee the practice; the former has been described as ‘measured and knowledgeable’, while the latter is adept in titling and strata law. Ole Mitrevski is experienced in distressed assets, while Alex Ho caters to leasing transactions for a breadth of commercial, industrial and retail sites. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Sydney.

With a full-service property law offering, Moray & Agnew excels in environmental, heritage and land contamination issues. David Gandolfo and Briony Kerr lead the Melbourne group; the former handles commercial, industrial and retail leasings, while the latter is often engaged on the acquisition and disposal of industrial and commercial land. In Newcastle, practice heads Fiona Nelson and Jimmy Griffiths are informed on strata projects. Other key members of the team include Emma Reilly in Canberra, Anne Wood in Perth, and Andrew Kerr in Cairns.

Labelled as a ‘strong and knowledgeable team’, Piper Alderman's practice is a key contact for corporate entities, government authorities as well as institutional investors. Mark Askin co-leads the department from Brisbane and acts for listed property funds and private REITs in real estate capital transactions. Fellow co-head Adam Rinaldi in Adelaide is well versed in mixed-use projects, office developments and retail and commercial tenancies. Janet Wong in Melbourne is often engaged on industrial and residential developments.