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Corporate & Commercial Law

We bring the right people with the right skills together to successfully conclude any transaction.

Corporate & Commercial Law

We have a strong national Corporate and Commercial group. We don’t over-engineer, instead we bring the right people with the right skills together to successfully conclude any transaction. This approach has earned us a reputation for creativity and innovation.

Expertise

Our partners are involved in every deal, from contact through to completion and as a group, we have in-depth knowledge of a wide range of industries in which our clients operate. We work with our clients across the full spectrum of Corporate and Commercial law, including:

We also have a dedicated national Procurement practice group that provides services to a range of government and private sector clients. Please click here to see full details.

Experience

  • acting in Structural Monitoring Systems Plc acquisition of Anodyne Electronic Manufacturing Corp
  • acting in Panorama Synergy Ltd’s acquisition of Hydrix as part of vertical integration play
  • acting for a Singapore listed company on the proposed $60m takeover bid of Guildford Coal Limited
  • acting for LionGold Corp Limited in the $65m takeover of Castlemaine Goldfields Limited
  • acting for Blumont Group Ltd in relation to the $32m takeover of Genesis Resources Limited
  • acting for Blumont Group Ltd in the $55m takeover of Merlin Diamonds Limited
  • acting for Affinity Education Group Limited on multiple acquisitions and divestments of child care centres throughout Australia
  • acting for the Fresh Produce Group’s acquisition of Tumut Grove Citrus
  • acting for Frasers Property on the sale of a commercial property and hotel development at its landmark Central Park development in Chippendale
  • acting for the owners of Associated Grain on the sale to Agrocorp
  • acting for Hong Kong Uniasia in the acquisition of the MOR cosmetics business
  • acting for CaterCare Group in the buy-out by CHAMP Ventures
  • advising SKY UK on the sale of Australian News Channel to News Corporation.

Key Contacts

Darren Pereira

Darren Pereira

Managing Partner

Sydney
Andrew Stone

Andrew Stone

Partner

Sydney
Elizabeth Carroll

Elizabeth Carroll

Managing Partner

Canberra
Ian Robertson AO

Ian Robertson AO

Partner and Chair

Sydney
Sarah Butler

Sarah Butler

Partner

Sydney
William Khong

William Khong

Partner

Melbourne
William Kontaxis

William Kontaxis

Partner

Sydney
Dan Pearce

Dan Pearce

General Counsel

Melbourne
Lyn Nicholson

Lyn Nicholson

General Counsel

Sydney
Emily Booth

Emily Booth

Special Counsel

Melbourne
Jeanne Vallade

Jeanne Vallade

Partner

Brisbane
Amy Pun

Amy Pun

Senior Associate

Sydney
Andrew Choi

Andrew Choi

Senior Associate

Sydney
Louise Almeida

Louise Almeida

Senior Associate

Melbourne
Madeleine Griffiths

Madeleine Griffiths

Senior Associate

Melbourne

Recent Posts

30 November 2025 - Knowledge

Top five trends for Australian Government legal practice in 2026

#Corporate & Commercial Law

With 2026 fast approaching, we look at emerging trends shaping Australian Government legal practice, from artificial intelligence and productivity to stewardship, cybersecurity and record keeping.

27 November 2025 - Knowledge

Insider trading in Australia: What you and your company need to know

#White Collar Crime & Regulatory Investigations, #Corporate & Commercial Law

Strengthening investigations and prosecutions of insider trading continues to be one of ASIC’s enforcement priorities in 2026. We highlight what insider trading is and key considerations individuals and businesses must understand to avoid serious financial and reputational risks.

25 November 2025 - Knowledge

Structuring and managing a joint venture: Effective dispute resolution mechanisms

#Corporate & Commercial Law

When entering into a joint venture, disputes around financial arrangements, governance and control, strategic direction and other key commercial issues can arise. This article in our three-part series explores the dispute resolution mechanisms available to joint venture parties.

19 November 2025 - Knowledge

ASIC’s 2026 enforcement priorities: How can businesses ensure compliance

#Dispute Resolution & Litigation, #Corporate & Commercial Law

From poor private credit practices to financial reporting misconduct, insurance complaints and misleading pricing, ASIC’s enforcement priorities for the year ahead send a clear signal to businesses about where they could get caught out.

13 November 2025 - Knowledge

Using AI in your business: Risks and liabilities to consider

#Corporate & Commercial Law, #Data & Privacy

Businesses using artificial intelligence tools and chatbots to support daily business operations must remain vigilant to the potential business and reputational liabilities that may arise from AI-generated responses.

12 November 2025 - Knowledge

Structuring and managing a joint venture: Laying the foundations

#Corporate & Commercial Law

This three-part series guides businesses through joint ventures from start to finish – from pre-sign considerations to dispute resolution and ongoing management. The first instalment provides a practical checklist on relevant matters for consideration before entering into a venture.

22 October 2025 - Knowledge

ACCC merger regime changes and what they mean for energy transactions

#Corporate & Commercial Law

From 1 January 2026, renewable energy transactions that meet the prescribed financial thresholds must be cleared by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission before completion. We discuss the implications for investors and developers.

11 September 2025 - Knowledge

What retailers can learn from Webjet’s $9 million penalty for misleading airfare pricing

#Dispute Resolution & Litigation, #Corporate & Commercial Law

The Federal Court has ordered Webjet to pay $9 million in penalties for making false or misleading statements about the prices at which airfares were available for purchase and the status of flight bookings.

10 September 2025 - Knowledge

M&A Review: Market insights & outlook for 2026

#Mergers and Acquisitions, #Corporate & Commercial Law, #Digital Economy, #Property & Development, #Renewable Energy, #Funds Management & Financial Services, #Taxation

Our annual M&A Review looks at key trends, challenges and opportunities shaping Australia’s dealmaking landscape over the next 12 months and how businesses can prepare for the year ahead.

23 February 2025 - Knowledge

Harnessing the power of mindfulness to support your legal career

#Corporate & Commercial Law, #Government

Mindfulness techniques can help lawyers to optimise performance. The Australian Public Service Commission guides legal professionals to broaden their window of tolerance to manage stress and support well-being, ethical-decision making and working at their best.

18 December 2024 - Knowledge

ACCC puts NDIS providers who engage in ‘problematic advertising practices’ on notice

#Corporate & Commercial Law, #Media & Communications

NDIS providers are encouraged to review their marketing materials after the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) announced its active investigations into misleading advertising practices that breach the Australian Consumer Law.

07 November 2024 - Knowledge

Privacy and AI – new guidance from OAIC

#Data & Privacy, #Media & Communications, #Corporate & Commercial Law, #Digital Economy

The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has released new guidance to assist organisations and developers comply with their privacy obligations when developing and using AI models.

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