Chambers Review
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Banking & Finance: Acquisition Finance - Australia
What the Team is Known For
King & Wood Mallesons stands out for its leading banking group which is active on sophisticated financing arrangements for borrowers, lenders and sponsors. The firm boasts an enviable client list, including major domestic and multinational financial institutions, property and infrastructure developers, and investment funds. The team has a sterling reputation in all banking and finance disciplines, including asset, property, acquisition and corporate finance. It also deals with major cross-border aviation and shipping transactions and advises on innovative corporate finance products. The banking team is supported by King & Wood Mallesons' strong practice in financial services regulation to provide clients with a comprehensive service, as well as top-tier corporate and restructuring service offerings.
Strengths
The firm has market-leading technical capabilities, which it combines with an ability to work pragmatically with all stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.
Their team has deep subject matter expertise coupled with commercial effectiveness. This allows us to focus solely on what moves the needle commercially and do so in a time-effective manner.
Work Highlights
King & Wood Mallesons advised Lendlease on the AUD1.2 billion construction financing of the One Circular Quay Development at 1 Alfred Place, Sydney.
King & Wood Mallesons advised Wiggins Island Coal Export Terminal on a capital review and potential refinancing of its AUD3 billion senior and mezzanine debt.
Notable practitioners
Ken is always responsive and provides sound advice in a timely manner. He is great to work with and takes a pragmatic approach to documentation and relevant legal issues.
Ken is an amazing operator who has seen all types of structures. He has a genuine ability to make complex structures understandable. He gives comfort when assessing legal risk.
Yuen-Yee is among the best in her peer group in Australia for complicated acquisition financings.
Yuen-Yee is the best lawyer I have ever worked with. Her passion and dedication to her craft come through in every conversation we have. It is a real privilege to work with her.
Andrew is very knowledgeable and responsive to queries. He is willing to work with clients on developing matters and issues.
Andrew is intellectually very strong with broad financial experience. He is commercial and pragmatic where necessary. He can explain risks simply to allow for effective decision-making.
Johnathan is great at communication. He is always available and very responsive. He knows what is important and when to pick up the phone.
Jonathan is really experienced. He knows our business well and is a trusted adviser.