Chris is a highly regarded corporate lawyer with extensive experience advising clients on complex transactions, with an emphasis on M&A, both private and public.
He has acted for clients in numerous cross-border transactions and across a broad range of industry sectors. He acts for a range of clients from start-ups to ASX listed companies and offshore investors.
Chris is renowned for his commercial acumen and his exceptional client service. He thrives on assisting clients as a trusted advisor to their business needs.
Expertise
Chris’ expertise includes:
- M&A
- Cross-border transactions
- Foreign investment into Australia
- Joint ventures
- Warranty & indemnity insurance
- Securities law
- Restructuring
- Commercial contracting
- Corporate governance
Recent Projects
- Advised Orora on the sale of its Australasian fibre business.
- Advised RACV on the acquisition of Gippsland Solar.
- Advised Willis Towers Watson on the acquisition of Risk Capital Advisors.
- Advised Study Group on the sale of Endeavour Learning Group.
- Advised MacPhersons Resources on its merger with Intermin Resources through a scheme of arrangement.
- Advised Booking Holdings Inc. on the acquisition of HotelsCombined.
- Advised Australian Pharmaceutical Industries on the acquisition of the Clearskincare Clinics and products business.
- Advised Accolade Wines on the acquisition of Lion’s Australian premium wine business, Fine Wine Partners.
Professional Memberships / Accreditation & Activities
- FINSIA
Sector
- M&A / Corporate Advisory ,
Services
location
Melbourne
Thinking
Partner
James McCarthy
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