Clayton Utz is highly esteemed for its extensive M&A expertise, representing both bidders and target companies in public and private transactions. The team has earned a strong reputation among private equity firms, offering support with acquisitions, exit strategies, restructurings and fundraisings. The firm also has a deep knowledge of Australia’s energy and natural resources sectors. Team head Stephanie Daveson is frequently entrusted with major acquisitions, takeovers and corporate restructurings. Rory Moriarty manages a broad spectrum of corporate transactions, including cross-border M&A and capital raisings. Niro Ananda, a leading private equity specialist, expertly navigates clients through a multitude of industries. Jonathan Algar has supported numerous tech companies in executing their growth strategies through successful capital raisings.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘High quality and timely feedback from the entire Clayton Utz Corporate and M&A team. The firm provides expert advice and works closely with the client to determine solutions to at times complex challenges.’
- ‘Diverse range of practice groups that are very capable ’
Key clients
- Invocare
- Blackmores
Work highlights
- Advising InvoCare in respect of its active takeover defence.
- Advised Healthia on the acquisition of 100% of share capital for around $260m.