Real Estate Lawyers | Lagos, Port Harcourt, Abuja

The global real estate industry is evolving in response to the changing needs of property investors and users. New investors are moving into real estate from other investment areas, bringing with them fresh ideas and diverse requirements. Property development in all sectors and asset classes are transforming skylines and landscapes in both mature and developing economies.

In-depth knowledge of the asset class as well as the real estate markets and deal structures.

We offer market-leading advice across a range of practice areas where real estate is at the centre of the transaction. Relied on by developers, owners, private and institutional investors, corporates, lenders and underwriters around the world to understand industry trends and their impact on business, we help them to navigate the complexities of the markets in which they choose to operate. Clients trust us to manage the intricacies of their transactions and disputes, synthesising legal and commercial knowledge to provide them with counsel that translates into successful outcomes.

The Nigerian real estate sector is a highly complex and challenging environment to navigate, and as such investors, property and project developers and financiers require legal advice to assist them in successfully achieving their commercial objectives, whilst ensuring that their rights and interests are adequately protected. Real estate is fundamental and forms the centre of a diverse number of transactions, and as such our multidisciplinary approach to these issues makes us well placed to be a trusted adviser to international developers, property portfolio companies, financial institutions, private and institutional investors and developers.

As commended by Chambers Global 2018, which named us the Global Africa Nigeria Law Firm of the Year 2018, Nigerian and international clients seek us out for our excellence in service, which is particularly crucial in the real estate sector. Our skilled team of real estate lawyers, who work closely with members of our banking and finance and dispute resolution practices, offer comprehensive, detailed, practical and innovative advice.

We represent private and institutional investors, property owners, developers, and financiers in a broad spectrum of transactions such as:

Drafting and negotiating real estate contracts and other conveyance documents
Facilitating real estate development plans
Perfecting title to real estate
Structuring the financing of complex real estate transactions, including mortgages
Representing companies in buying and selling of real estate
Ensuring regulatory and permit compliance with pertinent laws and authorising bodie
Executing lease agreements between various entities

Real estate property law significantly impacts many critical aspects of business and commercial transactions. For example, developing, constructing, or expanding a new business operation usually involves the acquisition of real estate. Similarly, the merger and acquisition of companies and financial institutions is likely to involve real estate transactions as well.

As a result, nearly any type of company, large or small, Nigerian or global, will have real estate legal issues arising on a frequent basis. We pride ourselves on our deep bench of talented real estate lawyers. With offices in Abuja, Lagos and Port Harcourt, Nigeria, we are uniquely and conveniently located to serve your real estate needs. Please contact Reginald Udom reginald.udom@aluko-oyebode.com to explore your needs, projects and visions.

Real Estate SUBPRACTICES

Finance

Our commercial real estate lawyers provide leading Nigerian and international lenders, owners and borrowers with the tools to structure and implement sophisticated and complex real estate financing transactions. Our knowledgeable and hands-on real estate lawyers and finance lawyers, who work together closely, have deep and broad experience in property ownership structuring, including trusts, limited partnerships, real estate investment trusts (REITs), and offshore investment companies.

Project Development

We represent top-tier Nigerian and international developers, investors, sponsors, private equity investors and lenders. Our experienced real estate lawyers assist in the structuring, negotiation and financing of real estate development projects in a broad spectrum of industry sectors, including power, infrastructure, oil and gas, residential, retail, office, leisure and mixed-use projects.

Construction

With top-tier construction lawyers, we are sought out by the Nigerian and international construction industry’s leading players, as well as by owners, contractors, sponsors, insurers and lenders. Our hands-on experience and deep industry knowledge is critical to the successes we achieve on behalf our clients. Our real estate lawyers are experienced in all aspects of construction projects, including initial financing, structuring the deal, and contract negotiations with many players, such as architects, local authorities and lenders, through to completion.

Hotels and Leisure

We have extensive expertise and experience in the hospitality and leisure industries and we proudly represent top hotel operators, investors, lenders and other owners in a broad range of complex and sophisticated transactions. We provide creative, practical and cost-effective solutions regarding acquisitions and dispositions, REITs, mixed-use projects and equity and debt financings. From hotel and resort facilities attracting a global clientele to magnificent golf estates, we help our clients secure their visions.

Retail

Our experienced commercial real estate lawyers understand that our clients operate in an extremely competitive environment, where costs must be accounted for even in the most high-end and sought-after specialty markets and elegant shopping malls. We bring years of representation to the table, including overseeing development approvals, negotiating with local governments, drafting restrictive covenants and site development agreements, as well as negotiating retail leases and financings.