HOW WE CAN HELP

Complexity in the financial services sector is intensifying – significant regulatory change, technological disruption, commercial pressure and geopolitical instability. We work with institutions in the sector to tackle these challenges head-on to fuel their growth, safely.

We don't just navigate change; we drive innovation. From advising on market-first transactions to helping you stay ahead of the regulatory curve; we’ve built a formidable track record.

Our leading position in banking, finance, M&A, and capital markets, teamed with our pioneer status in regulatory, dispute resolution, and tech-related areas, enables us to deliver holistic solutions that empower you to succeed.

FINANCIAL SERVICES EXPERIENCE
Afterpay

On the acquisition of Square, Inc, valuing Afterpay at $39 billion. It was the largest public M&A deal in Australia’s history and the largest cross-border fintech deal globally.

Pepper Money

On its $1.3 billion IPO and ASX listing, and on its acquisition of 65% of Stratton Finance.

Westpac, ABA and the Insurance Council of Australia

In relation to the Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry.

KKR

On the acquisition of a 55% interest in Colonial First State and establishment of a joint venture with the Commonwealth Bank of Australia.

Big 4 bank

On the full end-to-end implementation of the Banking Executive Accountability Regime, transition to Financial Accountability Regime and associated governance uplift.

Macquarie Asset Management and its co-investors

On the $3.58 billion sale of Axicom. 

Australian Payments Plus

On various contractual and regulatory matters, including competition advice, and the development and simplification of scheme rules.

Credit Suisse

In prosecuting claims against the insurers associated with the collapse of Greensill, worth over US$2 billion.

Resolution Life Australia

On the acquisition of AIA Australia’s superannuation and investments business, including providing financial services regulatory advice on a variety of issues.