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Global Corporate Real Estate Guide

Global guide to real estate laws, including common commercial terms related to acquisitions, disposals, leases, planning and environmental issues. 
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With volatility in the global economy and the emergence of new real estate investors such as insurance companies and pension funds, the commercial real estate market has become much more competitive. Evolving regulatory requirements in key real estate markets and rapidly changing economic environments have made it more challenging for multinational companies and other investors to manage their real estate portfolios.

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Insight | Legal Update
Repurposing Real Estate
Across all classes of real estate, user behavior, changes in business models and sustainability are driving change.
Insight | Handbook
Ukrainian Laws in Wartime
Our guide provides an overview of the key features of wartime legislation.
Insight | Legal Update
Digitalization of Real Estate and Construction
A series of articles analyzing key trends in the digitalization of real estate and construction and the common issues associated with their adoption.
Insight | Legal Update
Digitalization of Construction Documents: The Future of Construction Documentation
In this article, we discuss the digitalization of various types of construction documents, highlighting its advantages and challenges.
Insight | Legal Update
Building the Future: Tech Trends and Related Legal Issues in Construction
This first article in our digitalization of real estate and construction series focuses on some of the key technology trends and the common issues associated with their adoption.
Insight | Handbook
Global Sustainable Buildings Guide
This Guide provides a comprehensive overview of the key topics to help you on your journey to net-zero.
Insight | Handbook
Global Corporate Real Estate Guide
Global guide to real estate laws, including common commercial terms related to acquisitions, disposals, leases, planning and environmental issues. 
Insight | Legal Update
Unique Issues for WeWork's Landlords in the Event of a Global Restructuring
With a potential WeWork restructuring on the horizon, we explore some unique issues landlords may face under their WeWork leases.
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News | Deal Announcement
Baker McKenzie Advises on GPB 281 Million WSP Takeover of Ricardo PLC
WSP Group Limited, a subsidiary of WSP Global Inc, has proposed acquiring Ricardo for approximately £281 million.
News | Deal Announcement
Baker McKenzie advises on EDF Energy’s recommended offer for Pod Point Group Holdings PLC
The recommended acquisition of Pod Point will be made by EDF Energy Customers Limited (“EDF”) which already held 53% of the issued share capital of Pod Point.
News | Deal Announcement
Baker McKenzie Advises MAT Holdings on the Sale of its Subsidiaries to AEQUITA
The transaction is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2025, subject to regulatory approvals.
News | Deal Announcement
Baker McKenzie advises Baker Hughes on the USD 1.15bn sale of its Precision Sensing and Instrumentation business
A significant transaction for Baker Hughes as it looks to maximise value through strategic M&A divestments.
News | Deal Announcement
Baker McKenzie Advises Honeywell on USD 2.16 Billion Acquisition of Sundyne
The acquisition of Sundyne expands Honeywell's ESS product portfolio and aftermarket services.
News | Deal Announcement
Baker McKenzie Advises Rentokil Initial on the Signing of a Purchase Agreement with H.I.G. Capital for the Sale of its France Workwear Business
This sale is part of Rentokil Initial's ongoing strategy to focus on its core activities in pest control and hygiene.
News | Deal Announcement
Baker McKenzie Advises Kimberly-Clark in Strategic Partnership with Suzano
The partnership will create a preeminent international tissue and professional products company.
News | Awards & Recognition
Baker McKenzie Earns 53 Practice and Sector Area Rankings and 96 Lawyer Rankings in Chambers USA 2025 Guide
This recognition highlights the Firm’s outstanding talent and unwavering commitment to achieving client success.
News | Deal Announcement
Baker McKenzie Advises Izdihar Real Estate Fund on Strategic Acquisition of the real estate of GEMS School of Research and Innovation
The Firm advised Bank Muscat’s Izdihar Real Estate Fund, on the successful acquisition of the real estate of GEMS School of Research and Innovation in Dubai.
News | Deal Announcement
Baker McKenzie Advises GIP on Its Partnership With CP Group and True IDC to Enhance Thailand's Data Center Infrastructure
This deal is a testament to the attractiveness of the Thai market for global investors.
News | Awards & Recognition
Baker McKenzie Recognized with Five Firm Awards at the ALB SE Asia Law Awards 2025
The Firm and its member firms across Asia Pacific were also shortlisted as finalists in 15 additional categories.
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Real Estate Toolkit

Digitalization of Real Estate and Construction

Digitalization of Real Estate and Construction

A series of articles analyzing key trends in the digitalization of real estate and construction and the common issues associated with their adoption


Global Sustainable Buildings Guide

This Guide provides a comprehensive overview of the key topics to help you on your journey to net-zero.

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Repurposing Real Estate

A series of articles analyzing significant trends to maximize the use of real estate for businesses.

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Global Corporate Real Estate Guide 2023

Tap into our real estate expertise across 38 jurisdictions to navigate your business interests in real estate law, acquisition of property, leases and planning and environment issues.

The Rise of Digital Infrastructure - Data Centers

Drawing from our extensive experience advising on a series of joint venture investments - our report highlights the key legal issues for data center investors.


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