I am a lawyer specialising in corporate and commercial transactions.
Specialties:
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Private exits (including the preparation needed to increase exit value)
• Joint ventures/shareholder agreements
• Strategic commercial advice
• Commercial, contracts
• Insolvency (sale and commercial)
• Corporate Law & Governance
• Due diligence
• Foreign investment
• Business succession planning for family businesses
• Not for Profits (NFPs) - governance and commercial.
My particular focus is working with private business owners and for over 25 years I have assisted clients achieve the best value upon the sale of their business. This is assisted by my specialist knowledge and experience with private businesses, joint ventures, governance and succession planning. I help clients understand the range of tools and options available to secure the best exit, or if acquiring, optimal entry.
I have represented clients based in Australia, Europe, Asia and the US, operating in various industry sectors, including manufacturing, distribution, agribusiness, travel/hospitality and construction sectors.
My clients have included:
• A wide range of private and family-owned businesses
• Australian listed companies
• Multinational companies
• Victorian Government and State Authorities
Client feedback highlights that I am highly regarded for my responsiveness, integrity, negotiation skills and pragmatic approach.
I have provided governance and commercial advice and assistance over many years for a range of not-for-profit (NFP) organisations.
If you find yourself in need of assistance in any of these areas, I'd be happy to have a preliminary discussion with you.
Partner
September, 2013 - Present
Partner & Head of National Corporate & Business Advisory team
Partner
March, 1989 - August, 2013
Partner - Corporate
Master of Laws
1991 - 1994
Bachelor of Economics
1983 - 1987
Bachelor of Laws
1983 - 1987
Level 26, 385 Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, AUSTRALIA
Victoria, Australia
20 years held
English
Proficient
Best Lawyers in Australia 2015, Merger & Acquisition Law
Melbourne, Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers in Australia 2015, Corporate Law
Melbourne, Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers in Australia 2015, Corporate / Governance Practice
Melbourne, Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers in Australia 2014, Corporate / Governance Practice
Melbourne, Best Lawyers
Woodside Better Business Award
Victoria, Creative Partnerships Australia