Overview
There is no doubt that the development market remains challenging, not only for developers, but also for lenders and investors. That said, our commercial real estate team continues to work closely with clients on some of the most high profile deals in the market. In particular on development deals where we look to identify and create optimum deal structures that minimise risk and maximise returns
Expertise
McCann FitzGerald advises clients on a range of projects including mixed-use urban regeneration projects, headquarter buildings, retail and leisure projects, shopping centres and other landmark projects in Ireland.
Our lawyers continue to handle all relevant disciplines, from advising in relation to planning requirements to drafting state of the art construction, funding and leasing documents. Our broad exposure to the market, and knowledge of the key trends, provides us with a unique capability to add value for our clients and facilitate multi-faceted transactions.
We often find ourselves at the forefront of new developments and initiatives and are active participants in stimulating thought and discussion on issues affecting the sector. Our proactive approach has enabled us to help shape and develop some of the most innovative structures in Ireland over the past few years.
Directory Comments
"The firm's Real Estate Group uniquely combines leading expertise in property transactions and construction. It is distinguished by its size and its spread of client base ... The group's offering is enhanced by the close association with other practice areas ... thus offering a broad range of expertise to advise and execute the innovative solutions which these challenging times demand". Chambers, 2011
"McCann FitzGerald is 'excellent, both in terms of quality of advice and responsiveness', and 'there is an ease of access to partners'". The Legal 500, 2011
McCann FitzGerald's distinguished real estate group is "solid and dependable, and provides an extremely safe pair of hands". Chambers, 2010
McCann FitzGerald is "very efficient in comparison with other firms". The Legal 500, 2010