Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Australia
Ranked Individuals
Provided by Mills Oakley
We are a national corporate advisory practice group that is known for providing high quality and commercially astute advice on all aspects of corporate law, with a specific focus on private and public M&A transactions and equity capital markets fundraisings.
We are a growing team that is regularly adding new private and publicly listed corporate clients who are domiciled either within Australia or in overseas jurisdictions. Other clients that we regularly provide advice to include domestic and overseas funds, financial services institutions, trusts, receivers, administrators and liquidators, family offices and high net worth individuals.
The team has strong experience across a range of sectors, including energy and resources, aviation, logistics, telecommunications, media and technology, biotech and healthcare, pharmacy, aged care and retail. Most of our corporate partners are recognised in leading legal directories, such as Chambers and Partners, for their expertise.
We are known for providing commercially astute and pragmatic advice. We typically adopt a hands-on and focused approach to craft tailored legal solutions to challenging commercial and regulatory issues.
Provided by Chambers
Mills Oakley has a respected team focused on mid-market transactions and operating across a broad range of sectors, including the digital, health and technology spheres. It is frequently engaged by clients to advise on corporate acquisitions, mergers, investments and sales.
Provided by Chambers
Mills Oakley advised the founders of Envato on its sale to New York-listed Shutterstock.
Provided by Chambers
They stand out for their tailored advice and reliability. The team is commercial, big picture thinkers, ensuring every piece of work aligns with our long-term objectives.
Mills Oakley has a perfectly-resourced team. It is very responsive, very solution-focused and also very technically proficient. It offers a perfect balance.
The Mills Oakley team has outstanding experience and understanding of our business and risk profile.
Provided by Chambers
Grant is a really great technical lawyer who understands the matter quickly, has a proactive solution and is commercial.
Tony is a safe pair of hands. He offers excellent advice, strategy and effective communication. He has strong negotiation skills and an ability to adapt and pivot.
Tony was a key part of the transaction's success. He also stands out for his relationships with all of the parties involved.
Head of Corporate/M&A
Corporate/M&A
Private Equity
Provided by Mills Oakley
Iain Laughland
James McCarthy
Andrew Crean
David Bryant
Daniel Livingston
Scott Coulthart
Tony Lalor
Simon Champion
Nick Manuell
Jeremy Rees
Chris Taylor
Norman Donato
David Eterovic
Tim Cox
Head of Department
Brendan Sheehan
Tim Downing
Andrew Chan
Matt Egerton-Warburton
Trent Taylor
Luke Nicholls
Mark North
Brendan Wykes
Greg Smith
Paul Henry
Patrick Johnson
Gavin Douglas
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