Sullivan & Cromwell LLP is a primary point of contact for major issuers in the Australian market. The team is particularly renowned for its expertise in Rule 144A security offerings and its management of large debt transactions in this area. The firm also possesses a deep understanding of the metals and mining industry. Waldo Jones continues to lead significant corporate debt transactions, including high-profile SEC-registered public offerings. Connor Schillerstrom routinely advises issuers and underwriters on international transactions. John Anselmi has been involved in several debt offerings for both US and non-US clients.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The S&C team are pragmatic perfectionists. We benefit from the strategic nature of the advice they provide, which marries significant market experience with a sound understanding of our business and priorities.’

  • ‘S&C have expert knowledge in the debt capital markets sector in the US. They stay across and proactively provide us with updates on market developments and changes to market practice. ’

  • ‘Benjamin Fleming has expert knowledge in the US debt capital markets sector. He provides us with high-quality advice promptly, is a great communicator and ensures we are kept across developing areas in this space. ’

Key clients

  • BHP Group
  • Mineral Resources
  • Australia and New Zealand Banking Group
  • ASB Bank
  • Northern Star Resources
  • APA Group
  • carsales.com
  • Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group
  • Appen

Work highlights

  • Completed an SEC-registered debt offering of US$4.75 billion aggregate principal amount of fixed-rate notes.
  • Completed a Rule 144A/Reg S offering of US$1.1 billion of 9.250% Senior Notes due 2028.
  • Completed offering of US$650 million aggregate principal amount of 5.346% senior notes.

Lawyers

Leading partners: Capital markets: debt
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Waldo Jones

Other key lawyers

Connor Schillerstrom, John Anselmi, Benjamin Fleming