Backed by a robust acquisition finance practice, Ashurst has played a key role in some of the market’s largest private equity deals and regularly advises major sponsor clients. Neil Pathak, who joined from Gilbert + Tobin in July 2023, brings deep expertise in public and private M&A transactions, capital raisings and corporate governance. Investment banks and senior executives frequently rely on John Brewster to steer their most complex transactions. Phil Breden’s recent achievements include leading several major M&A deals and a high-profile response to shareholder activism. Susannah Macknay joined from Gilbert + Tobin in June 2023 and continues to act for numerous private equity clients in their strategic acquisitions and major transactions. Anton Harris is integral to the firm’s continued private equity activity.
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Key clients
- Mirvac
- Best & Less Group Holdings
- Five V Capital
- PAG Asia Capital
- 7-Eleven Stores
- Twin Ridge Capital Acquisition Corp
- The Envest Group
- ANZ Banking Group
- Palisade Impact
- Woolworths Group
Work highlights
Acted for entities owned by Mirvac Group in its acquisition of the Serenitas Group.
Advised the shareholders of 7-Eleven Australia on the sale of the fuel and convenience store business to 7-Eleven International.
Advised ANZ on its proposed acquisition of 100% of Suncorp Bank from Suncorp Group.
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Practice head
John Brewster; Anton Harris; Neil Pathak
Other key lawyers
Philip Breden; Nigel Deed; Stuart Dullard; Anita Choi; Kylie Lane; Susannah Macknay