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We specialise in managing complex projects and real estate matters – from acquisition and development, to leasing and disposal.
Lander & Rogers expands Construction & Infrastructure offering with the appointment of new partner Michael O'Callaghan
Leading national law firm Lander & Rogers is pleased to announce that Michael O’Callaghan will join its Real Estate and Projects practice group as a partner, on 13 January 2025. Michael brings a wealth of experience in construction, engineering, resources, and infrastructure projects, strengthening the firm’s capabilities in these critical sectors.
A guide to the National Cabinet's mandatory code of conduct for small and medium enterprise commercial leasing principles during COVID-19
The Code will apply to tenants that are eligible for the Commonwealth Government's JobKeeper program with an annual turnover of up to $50 million. In the case of retail corporate groups and franchises, the $50 million threshold will be applied at the group level (rather than individual retail outlet level) and the franchisee level, respectively.
NSW energy in for a wind change: Thunderbolt wind farm in New England REZ wins approval
On 8 May 2024 the Independent Planning Commission granted development consent for the 192MW, $373 million Thunderbolt Wind Farm in the New England Renewable Energy Zone, subject to conditions.
Elise Sugar
Special Counsel
Related expertise: Real estate and projects, Charities and not-for-profits
Let's hibernate and preserve: An insight into the mandatory code for commercial tenancies
This afternoon, National Cabinet has provided further detail on mandatory rent relief for commercial tenancies.
Lease incentive clawbacks: contract clause or unenforceable penalty?
Lease incentive clawbacks: contract clause or unenforceable penalty? When negotiating commercial leases, it is common for landlords to offer incentives to prospective tenants to encourage them to enter into the lease - for example a contribution to the tenant's fit out, reduced rent over the term or a rent-free period.
Case study: Complex solution development incorporating document automation
Lander & Rogers was instructed by a ASX100 listed development and construction company to streamline and automate its Professional Services Agreement (PSA) contract creation and execution process.
Lander & Rogers advises commercial real estate investment firm JY Group on its 50% stake acquisition in Westfield Whitford City, WA
JY Group successfully settled the acquisition of a 50% stake in Westfield Whitford City for A$195 million. This acquisition also marks JY Group's first joint venture with Scentre Group, Australia's largest shopping centre group.
Jason Dabelstein
Senior Associate
Related expertise: Real estate and projects, Construction and engineering , Disputes and litigation , Energy transition
Leases in Victoria could be caught under the operation of the Retail Leases Act 2003 (Vic)
Many in the Real Estate and Retail sectors will have been following the case decision with interest. There has been much commentary and debate on the decision of the Victorian Court of Appeal.
Are you taking reasonable steps to verify identity?
In the recent decision of C & F Nominees Mortgage Securities Ltd v Karbotli & Ors [2020] VCC 987, the Court held that a mortgagee failed to take 'reasonable steps' to verify the identity of the mortgagor under s 87A(1) of the Transfer of Land Act 1958 (Vic) (s 87A) by relying on a solicitor's certificate.
Hoda Naghdy
Consultant
Related expertise: Real estate and projects, Construction and engineering , Energy transition, Environment
Market rent determinations might be "final and binding", but are they valid?
Rent determination clauses are often drafted to include a standard set of criteria that a valuer should consider when determining what the market rent should be after a market rent review under a lease.
Having faith in good faith
Over the last month landlords and tenants have been grappling with their responses to the impact of COVID-19 on tenants' financial obligations under leases.
Regulatory clarity is needed for landlords and tenants in this time of crisis
The current lack of clarity on how obligations to pay rent will be treated across the various real estate sectors, is delaying landlords and tenants from implementing the Government’s desired approach to commercial parties cooperating to reach sustainable, workable and commercial outcomes that are fair to both parties.
Congratulations to our Rising Stars 2020
We are delighted to announce that two of our young lawyers have been selected for the Australasian Lawyer Rising Stars List 2020. Congratulations to Dean Balassis and Simon Merritt on the stellar achievement.
Micro but mighty renewable energy opportunities for remote Australia
In the vastness of Australia's landscape, remote communities have traditionally had difficulty maintaining a supply of reliable and sustainable energy. Those communities who are literally 'off the grid' have typically used diesel generators, which can present reliability problems such as mechanical failure stemming from the extreme weather conditions commonly encountered in regional Australia. In recent years, microgrids have become an increasingly popular replacement for generators.
Lander & Rogers advises ARTC on landmark Pimba Intermodal Terminal project
Lander & Rogers has advised Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) on the key land and ancillary agreements that unlock the development of the Pimba Intermodal Terminal in South Australia - a key component of one of Australia’s largest-ever road-to-rail freight conversion projects.
Victorian landowner obligations overhauled in new environmental legislation
Effective from 1 July 2021, businesses that operate in Victoria will be subject to tougher environmental standards under the state's new Environment Protection Amendment Act (2018) (EPAA).
Eight things we learnt from the PM's press conference about the proposed mandatory industry code for commercial leases
Following the Prime Minister's press conference this afternoon, landlord and tenants will have to wait a bit longer for complete clarity, but one thing is for certain, the parties will still have to work together and negotiate to get through this crisis.
Lander & Rogers bolsters Environment & Planning offering with new partner Tom White
Firm appoints new partner Tom White to establish an Environment & Planning team providing specialist advice as part of its market-leading Real Estate & Projects and Infrastructure teams.
Lander & Rogers appoints former general counsel, Tim McDonald, to lead construction focus
Lander & Rogers this week announced the appointment of new partner Tim McDonald, in response to increasing demand for legal expertise from Australia's growing construction and infrastructure sectors.
Margins, markets and moderation: why the economic playbook is changing
NAB’s Chief Economist, Sally Auld, shared her optimism about Australia’s medium-term economic outlook with an audience of Lander & Rogers' people, clients, and colleagues.
New partner appointed to bolster Lander & Rogers' renewable energy infrastructure offering
Lander & Rogers has announced the appointment of new partner Hoda Naghdy to its national real estate & projects practice. Based in Sydney, Ms Naghdy brings more than 15 years of experience advising clients on complex infrastructure projects and transactions in Australia and globally, and will enhance the firm's rapidly growing construction and infrastructure offering with a focus on renewable energy infrastructure.
Lander & Rogers bolsters Real Estate offering with new partner Natasha Hood
Firm appoints new partner Natasha Hood to strengthen its national Real Estate & Projects team in Brisbane, responding to the expanding demand from clients for market-leading commercial and retail real estate expertise in the Queensland market in particular.
2017 Retail Reflections
There is no doubt that 2017 has been a tough year for retailers, with sales remaining flat and a number of retailers having to close their doors. All of this while the spectre of Amazon's arrival has loomed large on the horizon, with many analysts and scribes positing on the likely effect of its arrival on the Australian retail market. But it hasn't all been doom and gloom for the sector.
Positive medium-term outlook amid global uncertainty, chief economist tells Lander & Rogers
NAB's Chief Economist Alan Oster has told an audience of Lander & Rogers' people, clients and colleagues that he is optimistic about Australia's economic outlook in the medium term, although financial stress persists in certain areas and geopolitical risk poses uncertainty for the global markets.
Deal highlights - Capital transactions 2020/21
Lander & Rogers' market-leading real estate capital transactions team advises on some of the largest and most complex property transactions in Australia.
Goldmate v TfNSW - a further consideration of the "public purpose"
On 19 April 2024, Justice Duggan of the Land and Environment Court handed down the long-anticipated judgment in Goldmate Property Luddenham No. 1 Pty Ltd v Transport for NSW [2024] NSWLEC 39.
