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Why WH Partners
As business people ourselves, we understand the need for legal counsel that is both practical and protective. By combining cross-border knowledge with local expertise, we help clients confidently navigate regulation while pursuing real estate objectives.
Partner Maria Teresa Basile brings extensive experience in civil and commercial law, advising on real estate contracts and cross-border inheritance issues with direct implications for property ownership. Her litigation expertise also covers disputes in the real estate and construction sectors, providing clients with both preventive and remedial legal support.
Our Services
Acquisitions, Disposals & Leases: Managing purchase agreements, lease structures, and disposals with clarity and efficiency.
Title & Planning Services: Conducting title vetting, advising on planning applications, and managing related appeals and interventions.
- Construction & Development Contracts: Drafting and negotiating contracts of works and associated commercial terms.
Contested Real Estate Matters: Providing representation and resolution strategies at all stages of property disputes—acquisition, sale, or lease.
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