Piper Alderman delivers sharp advice on acquisitions, schemes of arrangement, and joint ventures across the mining, manufacturing, and transport sectors, earning client praise for its ‘responsiveness and deep industry expertise’. James Dickson, who is recognised for his ’pragmatic advice’, spearheads healthcare-related M&A, while James Macdonald manages manufacturing transactions. Josh Steele navigates complex mining M&A schemes for ASX-listed entities and Maria Capati drives transport sector deals. Richard Horton and Olena Brodovska joined from Squire Patton Boggs in March 2025.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The team is always very responsive, even when tight time frames are involved. Advice is timely and well prepared. They are mindful of our unique business structure.’

  • ‘The team is highly responsive, attentive to all matters big or small, and value the relationship by investing time to learn our business.’

  • ‘This practice distinguishes itself through an unwavering commitment to excellence, responsiveness, and foresight. The team operates at a consistently high professional standard, handling every query and request with a level of dedication that goes far beyond expectations. They are not only quick to provide accurate, actionable information for immediate needs but are equally skilled at identifying potential risks and proactively delivering solutions to mitigate future issues.'

  • 'What truly sets this team apart is their strategic anticipation of client needs. They do not merely react, they plan, communicate, and act ahead of time. Clients benefit from a team that is thinking two steps ahead, safeguarding long-term success while ensuring short-term execution remains flawless.’
  • ‘Exceptional service, responsiveness and deep experience in the industry and more broadly. Always receiving practical advice and alternative workable suggestions to consider.’

  • ‘James Macdonald is easy to deal with and pragmatic. His team always puts out good work. James takes the time to understand our needs.'

  • ‘The practice overall has a diverse offering of services which makes it a one stop shop for our business, from the initial contact on a subject to the ongoing communication everything is seamless.'

  • ‘Specialised industry knowledge and knowledge of our business and its key focus areas is a unique strength of this team. The team manage communication exceptionally well and are incredibly responsive.'

Key clients

  • Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited
  • ComfortDelGro Australia
  • Corporate Carbon Group Pty Ltd
  • Dyson Group
  • GMHBA Limited
  • Howden Insurance Brokers (Australia) Pty Ltd
  • Kelsian Group Limited
  • Kingspan Water & Energy
  • Heritage and People's Choice Limited
  • Redarc Electronics Pty Ltd
  • Symal Group
  • Warakirri Asset Management Limited

Work highlights

Advised 95 Hackney Road Pty Ltd on the negotiation of its purchase of the development and assets of the Hackney Hotel Development from developer V Three Pty Ltd.
Advised ASX-listed gold and base metals explorer, PNX Metals Limited, on its merger with ASX-listed Patronus Resources Limited by way of scheme of arrangement.
Advised Kingspan on the acquisition of the National Poly Industries group, which is the leading manufacturer of rotomolded polyethylene rainwater tanks and associated products and polyethylene water craft in Australia.

Practice head

James Dickson; James Macdonald  

Other key lawyers

Josh Steele; Maria Capati; Richard Horton; Olena Brodovska