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Australia

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Provided by David Clee

Asia-Pacific

Practice Areas

David Clee specialises in cross-border and domestic mergers and acquisitions, with a particular focus on private capital transactions.

David advises international and domestic private equity and alternative investment firms, sovereign investors and corporations on a wide range of corporate transactions, including public and private M&A, corporate restructuring and equity capital markets. His broad practice extends to all aspects of corporate law, and he has advised on transactions concerning most industry sectors, including real estate, financial services, healthcare and industrials.

David is recognised for his subject matter expertise, commerciality and attention to detail, and is ranked by Chambers, IFLR1000 and Best Lawyers.

Career

• University of New South Wales, Master of Laws (LL.M.)

• University of Newcastle, Bachelor of Laws, First Class Honours (LL.B.)

• University of Newcastle, Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.)

Where qualified:

• Admitted as a solicitor in New South Wales, 2002

Professional experience:

• Clifford Chance, Partner (2021– present)

• Gilbert + Tobin, Partner (2012 - 2021)

• Gilbert + Tobin, Associate (2007 - 2012)

• Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates, Associate (2005 - 2007)

• Mallesons, Summer Clerk and Associate (2000 – 2005)

Chambers Review

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Chambers Asia & Pacific

Corporate/M&A - Australia

5
Band 5
Individual Editorial
David Clee has earned a strong reputation for his expertise in acquisition and takeover work for domestic companies and in handling inbound investments from large international clients. He is based in Clifford Chance's Sydney office.

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