In today’s global economy, the logistics and warehousing sector sits at the
heart of efficient supply chains, enabling goods to move seamlessly from
production to end users. Navigating the sector’s complexities requires
deep legal insight and practical commercial understanding.
Our Logistics and Warehousing lawyers advise clients across the entire logistics life
cycle—from the acquisition and development of warehouse facilities, to the
management of the real estate, to the commercial and technology agreements
underpinning the supply chain eco-system. We also guide clients through corporate
and financing transactions
Working with clients in Africa, Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe, the Middle East,
South America and the United States, our robust, multidisciplinary cross-border team
provides unmatched value for our clients.
We serve a wide range of clients in the logistics and warehousing sector, including
warehouse owners, operators, and investors; freight forwarders, 3PL providers and
transportation companies; product fulfillment providers; product manufacturers;
retailers and e-commerce platforms; property advisers and managers; private equity
investors; planning consultants and advisers; transportation operators and
financers; and technology solutions providers.
Our Logistics and Warehousing capabilities and legal services include:
Development and Construction
Site acquisition
Planning advice
Constructor RFP management
Building contracts
Financing
Equity and debt financing for new sites
Refurbishing or refinancing warehouse assets
Investment management / fund advice
Letting and Property Management
Assistance with leasing to tenants
Site management
Employment and facility issues
Day-to-day management matters
Commercial
3PL / 4PL agreements
Reverse logistics
Last mile and middle logistics contracts
Supply chain management
Technology agreements
Global distribution agreements
Transportation agreements
Regulatory advice
Corporate
M&A
Acquisition and sale of logistics companies and bolt ons
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assets. The US Congress and financial regulators took steps to create and
implement a clear legal framework to facilitate financial transactions using
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US Stablecoins Act on 18 July 2025, Congress established a federal
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