Jones Day’s group is recognised for its advise on large, complex capital raisings. The team is particularly active in the energy and resources, agribusiness and tech sectors, covering IPOs, placements and rights issues. Brisbane-based Isaac West is a key figure in the market, while Sydney partner Hemang Shah is noted for ‘legal excellence and emotional intelligence’. Further names to note are Max Rose and Jeremy Manuelpillai who are central to execution. Charles Bogle joined from Hogan Lovells in March 2025.
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Leading partners: Capital markets: securitisation

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

Benjamin Downie
Benjamin Downie
Practice head

Isaac C. West

Other key lawyers

Hemang Shah; Charles Bogle; Max Rose; Jeremy Manuelpillai