Paul Hastings Represents Maker Maxity in Landmark Mumbai Transactions

October 20, 2011

Shanghai (October 20, 2011) Paul Hastings LLP, a leading global law firm, announced today that it has represented Maker Maxity in the signing of definitive agreements with MGM Hospitality, a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM), for the development and operation of a Bellagio hotel, an MGM Grand hotel, and a Skylofts hotel, as part of the landmark Maker Maxity mixed-use development complex in Mumbai, India.

Maker Maxity is an approximately 20 acre integrated commercial, entertainment, and hospitality complex that will set a new standard for mixed-use development projects in the region. It is strategically located at the entry point of Mumbais new Central Business District, Bandra Kurla Complex, and is bordered by the new International Finance Center and Bandra one of Mumbais most prestigious and affluent residential neighborhoods.

In addition to the Bellagio, MGM Grand, and Skylofts hotels, the immaculately designed and meticulously planned complex includes five Class A commercial office buildings, a luxury retail development and a private club as part of the hospitality precinct. Maker Maxity is set to become the centerpiece for Mumbai's social and business activities.

The Paul Hastings team was led by Shanghai-based partner David Blumenfeld, Chair of the Firms Asia Hospitality Practice, Los Angeles-based partner Rick Kirkbride, Global Chair of the Firms Hospitality Practice, and Los Angeles-based partner Philip Feder, Global Chair of the Firms Real Estate Department.

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