Banking & Finance: Corporate Finance - Australia
What the team is known for
Johnson Winter Slattery is recognised for its well-established borrower-side practice, advising on financing and refinancing matters. Its clients include ASX-listed corporations and private equity firms, as well as private companies and non-bank lenders on certain financing matters. The firm does not appear on major bank panels so as to give borrower clients maximum, conflict-free support. The banking team frequently handles corporate and acquisition finance matters.
Strengths
"Team members are strong. I find them easy to deal with, highly competent and over the details. They are my go-to advisers on all matters banking and finance-related."
"They have deep experience and are always looking to round out issues quickly, while being very conscious of budget."
Work highlights
Johnson Winter Slattery advised on all aspects of the Adbri group’s circa AUD900 million core senior debt facilities, including transactional banking facilities, ISDA swap facilities and equipment finance facilities.
Notable practitioners
David Beckett is recognised for his expertise in acquisition finance and is active on a range of mandates. He is a frequent adviser to private equity houses and corporate borrowers. "David provides us with exceptional advice and keeps us aware of our business, so he knows how best to guide us. I highly rate and recommend him."
