Minter Ellison’s practice is noted for its ‘excellent technical capability’ and is recognised for its breadth of experience across debt, securitisation and equity matters. John Elias has experience handling debt and structured finance matters, particularly in respect of structured credit issues and mezzanine financings. Bart Oude-Vrielink has significant structured financing expertise. Nicole Sloggett’s practice spans IPOs and secondary raisings. The three co-head the offering. Further practitioners to note include equity and capital raisings specialist Daniel Scotti, and the ‘commercially aware’ James Hutton.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘My experience over many years on significant and large capital markets transactions is - our engagement partner professionally manages our relationships - expectations are well-established with delivery invariably exceeding or matching expectations - and they provide a high level of legal professional service across broad commercial, capital markets and tax disciplines.’

  • ‘Service delivery - always on time and high quality, anticipating outcomes and next actions - exceeding expectations, managing our needs for long-term, quality relationship management.’

  • ‘Excellent technical capability, combined with great client service and partner accessibility - other firms don't tend to have all of the above.’

  • ‘Sudharshan Senathirajah and Bart Oude-Vrielink are the standout individuals I work with.’

  • ‘The team at Minter Ellison stands out for its exceptional expertise and innovative approach. Potential clients should know that this team excels in delivering comprehensive and strategic advice, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. The team's strengths lie in their deep understanding of market dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and their ability to navigate complex transactions with ease.'

  • ‘James Hutton is a standout partner in the team, renowned for his exceptional legal acumen and client-centric approach. What sets James apart from competitors is his ability to combine deep technical knowledge with practical business insights, ensuring that clients receive not only legal advice but also strategic guidance.’

Key clients

  • Mirvac Treasury Limited
  • SPC Global Holdings Ltd
  • Electro Optic Systems Holdings Limited
  • Immutep Limited
  • Elders Limited
  • Generation Development Group Limited
  • INOVIQ
  • Highfield Resources Limited
  • Regal Partners Limited
  • Magellan Stem Cells Pty Ltd
  • Brandon Biosciences
  • Mastercard

Work highlights

Acted for Mirvac Treasury Limited in relation to the update of Mirvac Group Finance Limited’s Commercial Paper and Medium Term Note Programme (Programme) and issue of fixed rates notes under the Programme.
Advised on the establishment of an Australian Medium Term Note Programme (Programme) for SPC Global Holdings Ltd, and issue of fixed rate notes under the Programme.
Advised listed Australian agribusiness, Elders Limited (ASX:ELD), on its acquisition of 100% of the shares in Delta Agribusiness Pty Ltd, and indirectly each of Delta’s subsidiaries and minority interests, for an enterprise value of A$475 million.

Lawyers

Leading partners: Capital markets: debt

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Leading partners: Capital markets: equity

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

John Elias; Daniel Scotti; James Hutton

Other key lawyers

Bart Oude-Vrielink; Nicole Sloggett; Sudharshan Senathirajah