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What the Team is Known For

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 advised Orora on its AUD2.2 billion acquisition of Saverglass from Carlyle.

  • 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.

Strengths

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They are quick to understand commercial objectives, identify alternative solutions and have good implementation.

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They are well connected, experienced with industry standards, and have a good understanding of the latest market trends.

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They have highly skilled professionals with experts in each jurisdiction and area of expertise.

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Notable Practitioners

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Richard Lustig
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Richard Lustig
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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. 

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Benjamin T McLaughlin
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Benjamin T McLaughlin
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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.

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Derek Pocock
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Derek Pocock
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Derek Pocock acts extensively on corporate transactions in the energy and resources and technology spaces. He is based in Brisbane.
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Richard Lustig
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Benjamin T McLaughlin
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Benjamin T McLaughlin
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Derek Pocock
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Derek Pocock
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