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Mergers and acquisitions reforms
The Australian Parliament has now passed the Treasury Laws Amendment (Mergers and Acquisitions Reform) Bill 2024. Further to our previous legal insight article, this introduces a mandatory notification administrative model for merger reviews in place of the current voluntary and primarily informal and judicially enforced regime. The M&A reforms will take full effect on 1 January 2026 with transitional arrangements beginning on 1 July 2025.
Five Finalists in Legal Awards
We are delighted to announce that five of our lawyers have been shortlisted as finalists in this year’s Lawyers Weekly 30 under 30 Awards. Tessa Kelman — Family Law Elly Blizzard — Health Law Joshua Butler — Mergers and Acquisitions Claire Walczak — Wellness Advocate Simon Merritt — Sports and Entertainment
Introduction to warranty and indemnity insurance (W&I) in M&A transactions
Warranty and indemnity insurance (W&I insurance) is a type of insurance in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions that protects either a buyer (in the case of a buy-side policy) or a seller (in the case of a sell-side policy) from financial loss that may arise in the event that there is a breach of warranties and/or indemnities given by the seller in the sale and purchase agreement for the transaction (SPA).
Transfer of social media accounts in M&A transactions
In the current digital economy, a strong social media presence can be a valuable asset and contribute significantly to a company's overall worth. But, it is not always recognised by the company balance sheet, often making it a periphery consideration during mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
Deal highlights FY21
Despite the events of the global pandemic, deal activity remained buoyant during FY21.
Deal highlights FY22
Notwithstanding the ongoing impact of the global pandemic and the complexities associated with the constantly evolving geopolitical landscape, there was continued momentum and strong deal activity throughout FY22.
Deal highlights FY23
Despite the challenges and uncertainties posed by the global economic climate, transactions have continued in FY23 with consolidation in businesses and industries driving asset divestiture and strategic acquisition opportunities.
Deal highlights FY24
Working alongside businesses and professional advisors, our legal experts have navigated complex and high-value transactions to achieve exceptional results for clients in a challenging deal market.
Spotlight: Development Joint Venture
In February 2021 Abacus announced that it had exchanged contracts to enter a development joint venture with Walker Corporation on 710 Collins Street, Melbourne with Walker Corporation acquiring a 50% interest in the Abacus entity that owns the property.
Spotlight: RAGT Semences acquires Seed Force
On 25 June 2021, RAGT Semences completed its acquisition of Australian and New Zealand seed wholesaler Seed Force, through its subsidiary company Joordens' Zaadhandel B.V., to expand its presence in the southern hemisphere.
Lander & Rogers advises ADVFN on cross-border acquisition
Lander & Rogers is delighted to have acted for UK-based financial data platform ADVFN on its cross-border acquisition of the capital markets division of ASX-listed Gumtree Australia.
Lander & Rogers advises Altano on marquee Australian acquisition
Lander & Rogers is proud to have advised international veterinary group Altano on its marquee acquisition of a leading group of Australian equine clinics based in Scone (NSW) and Avenel (Victoria).
Lander & Rogers' M&A Deal Highlights FY18
Our FY18 M&A Deal Highlights showcases what an exciting year it has been for our clients and M&A team.
Lander & Rogers advises DuroColour on acquisition of Inform Plastics
Lander & Rogers is proud to have advised DuroColour, Australasia's largest local manufacturer of colorants and functional additives to the plastics market, on the acquisition of Queensland-based manufacturing business, Inform Plastics.
Lander & Rogers' M&A Deal Highlights FY19
Our M&A Deal Highlights FY19 showcase what a busy year it has been for our clients and M&A team across a range of sectors.
Lander & Rogers advises BAI Communications on acquisition of Titan ICT
Lander & Rogers is pleased to have advised BAI Communications (BAI) on its strategic acquisition of advanced communications engineering specialist Titan ICT, which completed on 4 September 2025.
Lander & Rogers advises Novigi on strategic acquisition from Apex Group
Lander & Rogers is proud to have advised leading data and technology provider Novigi on the successful acquisition of Iress' consulting and managed services business from Apex Group.
Lander & Rogers advises shareholders of Everyday Independence on sale to APM
Lander & Rogers has advised the shareholders of leading NDIS-registered provider of allied health services, Everyday Independence, on its sale to ASX-listed APM Human Services International Limited (APM).
Buyer's remorse: Elon Musk's plan to walk away from Twitter
In April 2022, Elon Musk entered into a legally binding agreement to purchase Twitter for USD$44 billion. As the ink dried on the contract, Musk began looking for a way to walk away from the deal.
Lander & Rogers advises Quadient in divestment of Graphics business in Asia-Pacific
Euronext Paris-listed Quadient has divested its Graphics business in Australia and New Zealand, selling to long-term partner Smartech Business Systems Australia Pty.
Evidencing ownership of shares in an unlisted Australian company
How are investors able to verify share ownership in an unlisted Australian company?
ASIC fast-track early review: a faster & better pathway for ASX IPOs?
ASIC has introduced with immediate effect a two-year trial offering an early review of certain confidential pathfinder prospectuses or product disclosure statements (Pathfinder or PDS). This initiative aims to streamline IPO processes for qualifying IPO candidates and reduce deal risk.
ACCC's first half of 2019 in review
It has been a busy year so far for the ACCC, with a large number of proceedings filed, merger clearance decisions made, and judgments handed down by the Court on competition and consumer law actions.
Lander & Rogers advises KENT Corporation on international expansion through Frosty Boy acquisition
Lander & Rogers has advised KENT Precision Foods Group, a subsidiary of US-headquartered food, beverage and agriculture product manufacturer KENT Corporation, on its acquisition of Frosty Boy Holdings Pty Ltd.
Lander & Rogers advises AIM listed, Metals One plc, on acquisition of Scandinavian Resource Holdings
Lander & Rogers has advised UK-based mineral resource developer Metals One plc on its acquisition of Australian mineral exploration company Scandinavian Resource Holdings Pty Ltd (SRH).
Proposed notification thresholds for M&A transactions under Australia's merger control reforms
The Australian Government has released for comment its much-anticipated mandatory merger notification thresholds, adding a key detail to the proposed mandatory merger regime announced earlier in the year.
Lander & Rogers advises Local Measure on its transformative acquisition by Zendesk
Lander & Rogers is pleased to announce that it has advised Local Measure, a Sydney-based contact centre and voice solutions company, on its acquisition by a subsidiary of Zendesk via a scheme of arrangement.
Lander & Rogers advises leading pet care manufacturer FibreCycle on dual acquisition
Leading law firm Lander & Rogers has advised FibreCycle Pty Ltd, a US-owned Australian-based manufacturer of premium pet care products, on the simultaneous acquisition of local pet brands Our Bird Pty Ltd and Lovitts Group Pty Ltd.
Lander & Rogers advises ProductLife Group on acquisition of pharmaceutical and medical device commercialisation company, Commercial Eyes
Lander & Rogers' corporate transactions team acted for ProductLife Group on its acquisition of Commercial Eyes Pty Ltd.
Lander & Rogers creates Corporate practice buzz with double lateral hire
Independent Australian law firm Lander & Rogers has announced that partners Peter Monk and Simon Davidson, two of Hive Legal's founding principals, will join the firm’s national corporate practice next month, based in Melbourne.
TerraLex Pre-Merger Notification 2017
The 2017 TerraLex Pre-Merger Notification manual is now available. This manual has been created to assist all in understanding the merger regimes of jurisdictions in which TerraLex members practice. It draws together contributions from pre-merger experts in 60 international jurisdictions and has been intentionally drafted with less formality with the aim of providing more practical guidance than a more formal publication.
Growth and M&A in the solar industry
The solar industry is on the rise as solar energy continues to grow as a major contributor to electricity supply in Australia. According to the Clean Energy Australia 2024 Report, renewables account for 39.4% of Australia's energy supply with around 17% of Australia's supply arising from solar energy.
Lander & Rogers advises Medibank on the acquisition of Home Support Services
Lander & Rogers has advised Medibank on the acquisition of Home Support Services (HSS). HSS is one of Australia's leading national providers of in-home care, delivering more than 100,000 occasions of care every year to patients.
Lander & Rogers advises SaaS company Delacon on its acquisition by international software buyer Volaris
Lander & Rogers has advised call-centre tracking and analytics technology provider Delacon on its sale to global software buyer Volaris, an operating group of Toronto Stock Exchange-listed Constellation Software, Inc.
M&A purchase price adjustment mechanisms - completion accounts vs locked box
In M&A, a purchase price adjustment mechanism is used to determine the final price to be paid for a target company by a buyer. This article explores the advantages and disadvantages of completion accounts vs locked boxed mechanisms.
Lander & Rogers advises QMS Media Limited on the acquisition of TLA
Lander & Rogers has advised QMS Sports Holdings — a subsidiary of leading digital sports marketing business QMS Media Limited (ASX:QMS) — on its $32.7 million purchase of the TLA Worldwide and Stride Sports Management businesses.
Lander & Rogers advises Singaporean transport company ComfortDelGro on the acquisition of Buslink
Lander & Rogers has advised Singaporean transport company ComfortDelGro Group (listed on the Singapore stock exchange), via its wholly-owned subsidiary ComfortDelGro Australia, on the acquisition of Australian bus company Buslink for A$191 million.
ASX tightens listing pathways: key changes to Guidance Note 1
ASX has indicated that the changes to GN 1 aim to provide clearer guidelines on the criteria ASX will use when evaluating the eligibility of prospective early-stage technology, biotechnology, and medical technology entities for Listing. This article sets out the significant changes to GN 1 and examines the implications for potential Listing applicants.
Lander & Rogers advises RHI Magnesita on multi million-dollar investment in cleantech MCi Carbon
Australian law firm Lander & Rogers has advised RHI Magnesita, a global manufacturer of refractory materials used in high-temperature industrial processes, on its multi million-dollar investment in carbon capture technology company, MCi Carbon.
Lander & Rogers advises NYSE-listed Arthur J. Gallagher on the acquisition of Super Advice
Lander & Rogers recently advised Gallagher Benefit Services Pty Ltd, a member of the NYSE-listed Arthur J. Gallagher group of companies on its acquisition of Super Advice, one of Australia's leading employee benefit consultants and corporate advisory groups.
Lander & Rogers advises Wollemi Capital Group on its majority investment in the WNBL
Lander & Rogers' corporate transactions team has advised a syndicate led by family office Wollemi Capital Group on its acquisition of a majority interest in the Women's National Basketball League (WNBL), as part of a consortium with the National Basketball League (NBL).
Lander & Rogers advises Pearson on the acquisition of Smart-Sparrow's industry-leading digital technology
Lander & Rogers has advised Pearson Education Inc (Pearson) and Pearson’s lead US counsel, on Australian law aspects of its acquisition of industry-leading digital learning technology from Smart Sparrow Pty Ltd (ACN 148 030 451) for approximately USD$25m.
Spotlight: Asset funding, purchase & management
Established in 1998, Ganellen is an Australian company with strong expertise in building design, consulting and construction, and which recently pivoted to focus on commercial asset and property management.
M&A team advise ARA Asset Management on the acquisition of majority stake in LOGOS Group
Lander & Rogers has advised ARA Logistics Venture 1 Limited (the investing entity) and its parent ARA Asset Management Ltd. on its acquisition (by both subscription and transfer) of a majority stake in the LOGOS Group and its related bodies corporate (together the Logos Group).
Acquiring for growth: How to buy a business in Australia
If you are looking to buy a business in Australia (solvent or otherwise), it is crucial to first weigh up the pros and cons of your transaction structure.
Lander & Rogers appoints new Partner Louise Parry to strengthen its Corporate team in Canberra
Lander & Rogers is delighted to announce the appointment of Louise Parry, who joined the firm’s Corporate practice as a Partner in Canberra on 7 October 2025. Louise is a contracting specialist with more than 11 years’ experience advising government agencies and private sector clients on outsourcing, managed services, and large-scale procurement projects. She joins from Clayton Utz in Canberra, where she was a Special Counsel.
Founders' Forum | From factory floor to final sign-off
When Ron King founded Allmesh Engineering Pty Ltd in 1981, he had a clear goal: to design and manufacture world-class material handling equipment tailored to the Australian market. Over four decades later, under its rebranded name, East West Engineering had grown to become Australia and New Zealand's leading provider of forklift attachments and related equipment, serving critical industries such as construction, infrastructure, warehousing, manufacturing, farming and mining. In June 2024, after more than 40 years at the helm, Ron made the decision to sell the business.
Electronic document execution here to stay following changes to the Corporations Act
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to welcome changes to the Corporations Act 2001 in relation to the electronic execution of company documents.
New Lander & Rogers team advises Australian quantum cybersecurity provider in strategic equity fundraising
Leading law firm Lander & Rogers has advised QuintessenceLabs, an Australian-based quantum cybersecurity solutions provider, on its recent $30 million series B equity fundraising.
Lander & Rogers advises Clarity Pharmaceuticals on $203 million equity raise
Lander & Rogers' capital markets team has advised ASX-listed clinical-stage radiopharmaceutical company Clarity Pharmaceuticals on its landmark $203 million institutional placement, marking the largest capital raising in the company’s history.