Corporate/M&A
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Australia
Band 3
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Provided by Baker McKenzie
Baker McKenzie is consistently ranked as one of Australia's most successful advisers on M&A transactions for a range of leading Australian and international clients. We are go-to advisors on all corporate/M&A matters with market leading expertise particularly in the areas of consumer goods and retail, energy transition and healthcare. We advise on:
• ASX company takeovers;
• schemes of arrangement and restructurings;
• private acquisitions and sales;
• trade sales, involving a structured and competitive sale process;
• and joint ventures and strategic alliances.
Our involvement includes strategic planning, due diligence, preparation of documentation, risk assessment and management, and liaising with regulatory authorities.
We ensure that transactions are structured, negotiated and documented in the most effective manner. We also take a proactive approach in assisting companies to effectively implement post-acquisition integration of acquired companies or businesses to ensure that clients are able to achieve their expected objectives and synergies.
Chambers Review
Baker McKenzie fields an enviable cross-border capability, frequently attracting blue-chip multinationals in addition to leading Australian public and private sector entities. The team is proficient at providing strategic advice on both the buy and sell sides of cross-border M&A transactions. It provides an integrated multidisciplinary service with noted proficiency in the energy, technology and healthcare sectors, and is regularly praised for its attention to customer service. It frequently acts for state-based pension funds and traditional private equity firms on Asia-wide and US deals as well as on inbound investments.
Work Highlights
- Baker McKenzie acted for Sev.en on its proposed acquisition of a majority interest in Coronado Global Resources from funds owned or managed by the EMG Group.
- Baker McKenzie advised Orora on its AUD2.2 billion acquisition of Saverglass from Carlyle.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They are well-connected, experienced with industry standards, and have a good understanding of the latest market trends."
"They are quick to understand commercial objectives, identify alternative solutions and have good implementation."
"They have highly skilled professionals with experts in each jurisdiction and area of expertise."
"They are well-connected, experienced with industry standards, and have a good understanding of the latest market trends."
"They are quick to understand commercial objectives, identify alternative solutions and have good implementation."
"They have highly skilled professionals with experts in each jurisdiction and area of expertise."
Notable Practitioners
Richard Lustig heads the Baker McKenzie M&A team from the Melbourne office, taking personal charge of many key mandates and bringing to his work especially noted experience in the handling of cross-border transactions.
"Richard is not just strong within his specific area of expertise, he also has a breadth of knowledge and experience, legally and commercially, across many sectors, which we find invaluable."
Benjamin McLaughlin is based in Sydney and advises across a comprehensive range of corporate issues, embracing not only key transactional mandates but also regulatory and corporate governance questions. His work often focusses on the intersection of healthcare and technology.
Derek Pocock acts extensively on corporate transactions in the energy and resources and technology spaces. He is based in Brisbane.
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