'Unrivalled in the market', Hassans' residential and commercial property team is a go-to practice for all manner of real estate and construction work. For developments, practice head Nicholas Howard and Isaac Levy advise developers across all facets of large-scale real estate developments, specifically in land acquisitions, investment, development finance and conveyancing. Displaying 'unparalleled professionalism and understanding', Gemma Vasquez is the lead for construction mandates. Ian Farrell lends his expertise to town planning work and contentious landlord and tenant issues. Development finance specialist Karl Ghio and associate Meera Aswani are the other key figures to note.
Real estate and construction in Gibraltar
Hassans
Responsables de la pratique:
Nicholas Howard; Gemma Vasquez; Isaac Levy
Autres avocats clés:
Ian Farrell; Karl Ghio; Meera Aswani
Les références
‘Arguably the largest legal firm in Gibraltar. The practice enjoys a very diverse team in all areas of the vibrant local economy. ’
‘Isaac Levy is an exceptional lawyer with deep understanding of development finance and the real estate sector both in Gibraltar and internationally.’
‘Nick Howard is a very strong property lawyer and team leader.’
Principaux clients
RBS
Ocean Village
Sancus
Commercial Development Investments Ltd
Hillstone Properties Ltd (Arengos )
Forbes Property Ltd
Tylee Properties Ltd (The Hub)
PC Properties Ltd (E1)
Trusted Novus Group
WDF Properties Ltd
BV Homes Ltd
Orange Bastion Holdings Ltd
SG Holdings Ltd
Mahtani
Bhatia
Alwani Holdings
Criterion North Gorge Ltd
Phoenix Capital Ltd.
Chestertons
GMI
Phoenix Real Estate
Kleinwort Hambros
Gibraltar International Bank
Lloyds
Prior Park Schools
North Gorge Properties Limited
TNG Global Foundation
Premier Developments Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advise HM Government of Gibraltar, numerous developers, HNW investors and banks in respect of development finance and property finance.
- Advised HM Government of Gibraltar on the acquisition of Gibdock by the Balaena Group, in particular, the drafting of the provisions of the new lease over the Dockyard.
- Continued to advise the TNG Global Foundation on two of the largest projects in Gibraltar.
ISOLAS LLP
Praised as ‘always extremely professional and responsive’, ISOLAS LLP continues to be involved in high-end residential, commercial and mixed-use developments in Gibraltar. It is also known for its expertise in commercial and residential landlord and tenant work, areas in which Mark Isola KC excels. Samantha Grimes advises landlords on commercial developments, leases and licenses. She is also instructed by developers on construction and development finance work. Sarah Bray and associate Katrina Isola are ‘both standout property lawyers’ and are active in commercial developments and conveyancing.
Responsables de la pratique:
Mark Isola KC; Samantha Grimes
Autres avocats clés:
Sarah Bray; Katrina Isola
Les références
‘The client service experience from the firm is exceptional. There is always a good dialogue for concerns raised and a feeling of genuine interest for the case at hand.’
‘Isolas are always extremely professional and responsive whenever I deal with them for property sales or purchases. This can make the difference between a sale completing and falling through, and is one of the reasons I like to use them. They are very experienced in this field and also work well with whichever other law firm may be representing the other party.’
‘Sarah Bray champions diversity and inclusion both at her firm and on the local stage. She is also passionate about sustainability and is working in an industry which has the opportunity to lead in terms of green developments. She is definitely at the forefront of this agenda!’
Principaux clients
HM Government of Gibraltar
Gibraltar Naval Trust
Principaux dossiers
- Advising His Majesty’s Government of Gibraltar in relation to the £90m project over the Eastside reclamation by the TNG Global Foundation group of companies.
- Acting on behalf of the Gibraltar Naval Trust, a registered charity, in relation to the sale of the premises known as Wessex House to the Ministry of Defence.
Triay Lawyers Ltd
Triay Lawyers Ltd‘s full-service real estate team impresses with its extensive knowledge of high-value residential conveyancing, affordable housing transactions, special ownership restrictions, off-plan purchasing and financings. Julian Triay is recognised as one of the most active conveyancing partners in the market and routinely acts for leading commercial landlords and commercial tenants. Abraham Serfaty KC is recommended for financing transactions. Daniel Herbert ‘is an excellent associate and very much the future of this practice’; he advises on residential and commercial conveyancing, contentious and non-contentious landlord and tenant issues, and corporate financing and property acquisitions.
Responsables de la pratique:
Julian Triay; Abraham Serfaty KC
Autres avocats clés:
Daniel Herbert
Les références
‘We have been using Triay Lawyers for over a decade and have consistently found them to be extremely professional in their dealings of our affairs. We have always felt that we were in good hands with every aspect of each process explained to us carefully and in detail.’
‘I have worked with Julian Triay on various occasions and value his knowledge and advice. Daniel Herbert is an excellent associate and very much the future of this practice.’
‘Daniel Herbert is a an absolute credit to this firm. Professional, friendly, and efficient, Daniel was with us every step of the way.’
Principaux clients
Anglo Hispano
Gibraltar International Bank
Trusted Novus Bank Limited
A.M. Capurro
The Church of Scotland Trust
Admiral Insurance Group PLC
Acasta Insurance Company
Raj Limited (Marble Arc)
B&B 11 Limited
Finsbury Trust
Principaux dossiers
- Acted for the Church of Scotland Trust on the private sale of St. Andrew Church in Gibraltar, a heritage listed building.
- Assisted Finsbury Trust with its purchase of Hambro House, which was sold by way of a tender process conducted by the Bank for an undisclosed figure.
- Advised Admiral Insurance Group on a multi-year commercial lease within a prominent commercial and retail area in Gibraltar.