Corporate/M&A
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Australia
Band 5
Contact number
+61 8 8236 1300About
Provided by Thomson Geer
Thomson Geer provides advice and insight on all aspects of commercial and corporate law and regulation.
We advise and assist clients on matters including mergers and acquisitions, governance, capital raisings, private equity transactions, takeovers, ASIC and ASX requirements, and joint ventures.
We act for Australian businesses, foreign investors and the Australian Government. Our clients include large private companies, listed corporations, financial institutions, private equity funds, venture capitalists, stockbrokers, and accountants.
Thomson Geer was named Australian Mid-Market M&A Legal Advisor of the Year by global mergers and acquisitions research firm Mergermarket in 2021 and is regularly listed in the upper rankings of deals in Australia by volume.
The firm is a longstanding member of the Australian Investment Council (previously AVCAL).
We are best known for:
- Project management and outcome delivery
- Commercial approach to resolving legal issues which arise throughout the various phases of each transaction
- Lean and experienced teams
- Efficient cost effective and flexible approach to fee structures
- Team work
Chambers Review
Thomson Geer provides pan-Australian coverage from offices in five cities and a high level of hands-on partner involvement in domestic and cross-border transactions, winning praise for its supportive engagement with clients and commitment to cost-competitive staffing. It acts for a wide range of clients from large multinational corporations to family-owned businesses and is particularly noted for its representation of startups in the new technology sphere, while also prominently acting for clients in the energy, resources and healthcare sectors.
Work Highlights
- Thomson Geer advised Kirin on its acquisition of Blackmores.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They give us great advice on all aspects of M&A, including strong knowledge of how competitors operate."
"The team provide very thorough documentation and has a good commercial sense that is very beneficial when we have issues."
"They can rapidly synthesise a complex situation and provide clear and effective instructions and a path forward."
"They give us great advice on all aspects of M&A, including strong knowledge of how competitors operate."
"The team provide very thorough documentation and has a good commercial sense that is very beneficial when we have issues."
"They can rapidly synthesise a complex situation and provide clear and effective instructions and a path forward."
Notable Practitioners
David Schiavello advises domestic and international companies on matters relating to acquisitions and sales. He is based in Melbourne.
"David consistently provides high-quality client service, demonstrating responsiveness, attention to detail and a proactive approach to addressing our needs."
"He is highly responsive, efficient and effective. He has an impeccable professional approach. His communication is clear and efficient."
Ranked Lawyers at
Thomson Geer
Australia
Members
Provided by Thomson Geer
Adam Brooks
Dan Kramer
David Schiavello
David Zwi
Eugene Fung
Jason Marcus
Loretta Reynolds
Matthew Reynolds
Scott Gibson
Tim Flahvin
Clients
Provided by Thomson Geer
C2C Capital
CK Life Sciences Int'l., (Holdings) Inc
China Cinda
Domino's Pizza Enterprises Limited
Interpath Services Pty Ltd
McPherson's Limited
PrixCar Services Pty Ltd
Pro-pac Packaging Ltd
Tetra Tech Inc
Village Roadshow Limited
Industries
Provided by Thomson Geer
Accounting
Automotive
Banks
Charities/NFPs
Commercial & Professional Services
Consumer Products Manufacturing
Energy
Finance
Food & Drink Producers
Forestry & Paper
Government
Health & Aged Care
Industrial Engineering
Media
Mining & Metals
Private Clients/Individuals
Private Equity
Real Estate
Retail
Stockbrokers
Travel & Leisure
Utilities
Venture Capital