Profile
Paul specializes in Real Estate and Property Law, primarily in the infrastructure sector and property acquisition which involves providing practical, commercial advice to clients on all types of issues in law affecting land, property transactions and infrastructure development. According to Paul, law is a way of life both consciously and unconsciously and it permeates everything we do which is why he has a healthy appreciation for the legal profession.
Paul enjoys Banking Law, being part of a solution based practice and fulfilling client’s expectations. Within the legal profession, Paul has an impressive reputation for his expertise in commercial knowledge of property transactions and their concomitant legislative and regulatory regime. In addition, he has over twelve years’ experience in the residential market and long-established relationships with agents, developers and lenders making him the go to lawyer in this practice.
As a partner, Paul’s leadership style is based on the cardinal do’s and don’ts, openness and encourages individuality in the lawyers working under him to better serve the Firm’s clients. He appreciates the clients as the center of interaction and impresses this fact on the younger generation.
A committed gym-buff, Paul also enjoys watching a variety of sports and jogs daily to clear his mind.
Practice areas
Matters Handled
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Preparation of complex Contracts, Memoranda of Understanding and Agreements including Concession Agreements, Security Contracts, Financing Agreements, Duty Free Licenses and Leases
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Acted for a developer in a major Real Estate Housing Project valued at USD 19,000,000
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Preparation and registration of security documents such as charges, mortgages, debentures, chattels mortgages, Loan Agreements & Deed of Guarantees on behalf of Banks & Financial Institutions cumulatively valued at over USD 100,000,000;
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Acted for a developer in a major Real Estate Housing Project valued at USD 18,000,000 and;
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Incorporation/registration of companies, business names & foreign branches, preparation of commercial agreements, corporate reorganization & advising on corporate compliance issues.