He has over 20 years’ experience in advising on:
all aspects of competition law including merger clearances, joint ventures, misuse of market power, cartel matters and distribution arrangements
all aspects of the Australian Consumer Law including product liability and product recalls, the consumer guarantees, misleading or deceptive conduct and unconscionable conduct
access to infrastructure under Part IIIA of the Competition and Consumer Act including declaration applications and access undertakings
the Franchising Code of Conduct.
Charles acts for clients in a wide range of industries, but has particular expertise in:
advising private equity clients and their management teams on the whole life-cycle of investment, including initial due-diligence, ACCC merger clearances for bolt-on acquisitions and strategic exits, as well as any regulatory issues or investigations that may arise for the portfolio company
advising retail clients and healthcare and life sciences clients on contentions and non-contentious matters including dealing with competitors, distributors, suppliers and consumers, as well as online sales and product safety issues.