Acquisitions

Positioning

Complex Transactions Need Specialised Lawyers

This page is for:

Mergers and acquisitions beyond simple business sales
Capital raising (equity, debt, convertible notes)
IPOs and ASX listings
Managed investment schemes
International transactions (import/export agreements, distribution deals)
Major commercial leases

If your transaction is significant and complex, you need partner-level expertise.

Services Overview

Corporate Transactions We Handle

Mergers & Acquisitions

Beyond basic business sales—complex M&A involving:

Multiple entities and stakeholders
Regulatory approvals (ACCC, FIRB)
Public company takeovers
Scheme of arrangements

We structure deals, manage due diligence, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Capital Raising & IPOs

Raising capital requires compliance with Corporations Act and investor protection laws.

We help with:

Private placements
Sophisticated investor raises
Prospectus preparation
ASX listing applications
ASIC compliance for capital raises

Protect directors and ensure investor confidence.

Managed Investment Schemes

Complex regulatory regime for pooled investment vehicles.

We advise on:

Whether your structure is a managed investment scheme
Registration requirements
Compliance plans and PDS preparation
Responsible entity obligations

Get MIS advice from lawyers who understand financial services law.

Import/Export & Distribution

Expanding internationally requires careful contracting.

We draft:

International distribution agreements
Import/export contracts
Agency agreements
Cross-border IP protection

Protect your business across borders.

Major Commercial Leases

Large leases for retail, industrial, or office premises.

We advise on:

Lease negotiation (tenant or landlord)
Make-good obligations
Options and rent reviews
Lease disputes and terminations

Protect your position in significant lease commitments.

M&A Deep Dive

Mergers & Acquisitions

Complex M&A is different from simple business sales

Simple business sale:

Small to mid-sise business
Single buyer, single seller
Standard sale agreement

Complex M&A:

Multiple parties and entities
Regulatory approvals required
Public company involvement
Scheme of arrangement or takeover bid

For acquirers:

Deal structuring and strategy
Comprehensive due diligence
Regulatory approval management (ACCC, FIRB)
Integration planning

For targets

Defense strategies (if hostile takeover)
Shareholder value maximisation
Board obligations and disclosure
Deal negotiation

Capital Raising

Raising Capital: Equity, Debt, or Hybrid

Growing businesses need capital.

Options:

Equity raise (sell shares to investors)
Debt raise (borrow money, secured or unsecured)
Convertible notes (debt that converts to equity)

Regulatory requirements:
If raising from retail investors: Usually need a prospectus (expensive, complex)
If raising from sophisticated/wholesale investors: Exemptions available (cheaper, faster)

We advise on:

Structure of raise (equity vs debt)
Exemptions available
Disclosure documents required
Investor protections
Director liability

Protect directors and ensure compliance.

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IPO & Listing

Going Public: IPO and ASX Listing

IPO is a major milestone—and highly regulated.

What's required:

Prospectus (extensive disclosure document)
Independent expert reports
ASIC lodgment and approval
ASX listing application
Continuous disclosure obligations post-listing

We work with corporate advisors, underwriters, and auditors to:

Prepare disclosure documents
Ensure Corporations Act compliance
Manage ASIC and ASX processes
Advise on director duties post-listing

IPOs are complex. You need experienced lawyers.

When Do You Need This Level of Advice?

Is This For You?

You need corporate transaction lawyers if:

Your deal involves multiple entities or stakeholders
Regulatory approvals are required (ACCC, FIRB, ASIC)
You're raising significant capital ($500K+)
You're considering ASX listing or public company transaction
International elements are involved
The transaction is worth $5M+

If you checked 2+ boxes: You need partner-led corporate transaction advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Options include:

Equity crowdfunding (for eligible companies)
Sophisticated investor raises
Small-scale offerings (under $2M with limits)

We advise on which exemptions apply.

Not always. If raising from sophisticated investors or using certain exemptions, you may avoid a prospectus.Prospectuses are expensive ($100K-$500K+ to prepare). We structure raises to use exemptions where possible.

12-18 months typically, including:

Corporate clean-up and preparation
Prospectus drafting and approval
ASIC review
ASX listing application
Capital raise execution

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Positioning

Complex Transactions Need Specialised Lawyers

This page is for:

Services Overview

Corporate Transactions We Handle

Mergers & Acquisitions

Capital Raising & IPOs

Managed Investment Schemes

Import/Export & Distribution

Major Commercial Leases

M&A Deep Dive

Mergers & Acquisitions

Complex M&A is different from simple business sales

Complex M&A:

For acquirers:

For targets

Capital Raising

Raising Capital: Equity, Debt, or Hybrid

Options:

We advise on:

IPO & Listing

Going Public: IPO and ASX Listing

What's required:

We work with corporate advisors, underwriters, and auditors to:

When Do You Need This Level of Advice?

Is This For You?

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