Consumer and Retail
How we can help
Our Consumer and Retail team draws on a rare combination of cross-practice knowledge, including competition and regulatory, intellectual property, M&A, real estate and sustainability. With extensive experience across consumer goods, hospitality, eCommerce, retail, wholesale and logistics, we have the capacity to help you navigate the most complex matters.
From new consumer laws and strict privacy regulations to an increasingly competitive landscape impacted by rapid technology changes and supply chain disruptions, it’s never been more important to partner with a legal team that can give your business an edge. Our incisive and decisive advice provides guidance across your product and business lifecycle, from development and launches to expansions and site acquisitions.
Consumer and Retail experience
Afterpay
On the $39 billion acquisition of Afterpay by Square, Inc (now Block), advising on the transaction as well as competition and regulatory aspects.
Guzman y Gomez
On its $3 billion IPO and ASX listing.
HOYTS
On lease agreements with major landlords as part of its upgrade and refurbishment roll-out across numerous sites.
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners
In successfully defending a patent infringement lawsuit brought by Veraseal Pty Ltd in the Federal Court over bottle closure technology.
Grays eCommerce
On a large-scale investigation and Federal Court proceedings by the ACCC concerning alleged misleading and deceptive conduct.
A leading grocery provider
Regarding a new payments and rewards mobile application ecosystem.
Luigi Lavazza and Lavazza Australia
In landmark trade mark infringement proceedings relating to its number one coffee blend, Lavazza Qualità Oro.
A leading retailer
In an ACCC enquiry, successfully negotiating a court-enforceable undertaking, implementing ACL compliance programs and reviewing policies.
Tesla, Smeg, Philips, Zip Water, Real Pet Food and others
On several product liability matters.