Capital Markets: US Law
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Australia
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Sidley Austin maintains an office in Sydney which is home to a group of experienced US-qualified lawyers. The firm is praised for its extensive knowledge of US debt capital markets, including private placements and Rule 144A/Regulation S offerings.
Work Highlights
- Sidley Austin represented Star Entertainment in connection with its AUD750 million pro-rata accelerated non-renounceable entitlement offer.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Lawyers at Sidley Austin are technically strong, highly professional and demonstrate great communication and stakeholder management throughout the process."
"Lawyers at Sidley Austin are technically strong, highly professional and demonstrate great communication and stakeholder management throughout the process."
Notable Practitioners
Bruce Dailey is recognised as an established lawyer for US capital markets law who frequently acts for Australian clients on debt private placement matters.
Mimma Barila heads the department at Sidley Austin and is recognised for her expertise in relation to US law capital markets, often advising clients on Rule 144A transactions, high-yield and investment-grade debt offerings and equity placements.
"Mimma Barila is consistently the best practitioner for 144A/Reg S public bond issuance in the Australian market."
"Mimma Barila is first-class. She's accessible to clients and provides actionable commercial as well as legal advice."