‘Excellent lawyers with strong subject matter expertise’, the King & Wood Mallesons capital markets team supports clients including major banks and financial institutions, leveraging the firm’s global presence along with its national bases in Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. David Friedlander leads the equity capital markets team, acting for both issuers and underwriters across a wide range of sectors. Henrik Moritz and Amanda Isouard (who made partner in July 2022) are also recommended in the equity capital markets space. The firm’s debt capital markets offering is led by Melbourne-based Ian Paterson, who acts alongside Philip Harvey and special counsel Angela Chung to advise both domestic and international banks and corporates. Paul Smith heads the securitisation team, notably advising new entrants in the fintech space, an area where Ian Edmonds-Wilson specialises. All team members are based in Sydney, unless otherwise noted. Jo Dodd moved to Corrs Chambers Westgarth in February 2024.
Testimonials
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‘KWM's debt team is second to none in the Australian region. The team is able to understand complex issues and find practical solutions. They are strong subject matter experts with an in-depth understanding of the relevant legal issues. They are often at the forefront of developing cutting-edge solutions to commercial issues. As a team, they are very responsive and provide a strong relationship model.’
‘Ian Paterson is a leader in this space, especially complex debt and capital issues. He is able to bring an understanding of the legal, regulatory and commercial pressures to the table and find commercial solutions. He is also accessible and has developed a strong relationship with our business.’
Key clients
- Macquarie
- Transurban
Work highlights
- Advised ANZ on itsA$1.5 billion issue to retail investors of Capital Notes 8 and the associated redemption of Capital Notes 3.
- Advised Atlas Arteria on its entitlement offer of new stapled securities to raise approximately A$3.1 billion.