In a presentation to an Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) briefing on the rise of shareholder and stakeholder activism, ABL corporate and M&A partner Jeremy Lanzer (Jeremy Lanzer) reflected on tried and true strategies for boards to stay ahead of the game,

ABL has again been recognised as a 'Band 1' adviser for Private Wealth Law in Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2024, with four ABL partners featured in the guide. abl.com.au/insights-and-n…

We've advised Zip Co on its recent $267 million capital raising, representing the company's remarkable turnaround journey, as they re-enter the ASX 200 with a market cap nearing $2 billion. abl.com.au/insights-and-n…

ABL advised on a landmark merger between Assemble Communities and SHP, backed by AustralianSuper and HESTA. The platform aims to address Australia's housing crisis by developing 17,000 affordable homes over the next decade.  Read more: abl.com.au/insights-and-n…

Merger crackdown anoints ACCC “judge and jury” on merger deals, ABL competition practice group leader Zaven Mardirossian tells the AFR. Read more: abl.com.au/insights-and-n…

Congratulations to Dispute Resolution and Litigation partner Ben Friis-O’Toole who has been named a ‘Rising Star’ by Doyle’s Guide in the area of Commercial Litigation & Insolvency Law.

Congratulations to artist Vivian Falk, whose portrait of ABL's senior partner Mark Leibler, titled A Man of Values, has made the finals of the 2024 National Contemporary Art Prize. ncapart.com.au/contest-photo/…

We are proud to be nominated for the ‘Financial Service M&A Legal Adviser of the Year’ in this year’s Mergermarket M&A Awards. Congratulations and good luck to our fellow nominees Ashurst, Gilbert + Tobin, Herbert Smith Freehills and King & Wood Mallesons.

As reported in today’s AFR, Arnold Bloch Leibler has advised private equity firm Anacacia Capital on its majority investment in MGI Golf, a leading golf equipment company specialising in electric golf buggies. abl.com.au/insights-and-n…

Thinking about applying for our seasonal clerkship program? Applications close this Sunday – don’t miss out! To find out more, visit: bit.ly/3R384jI

The ATO Commissioner has sought special leave to appeal to the High Court in respect of the recent Full Federal Court decision in PepsiCo, Inc v Commissioner of Taxation [2024] FCAFC 86. Our tax team has summarised the decision and its implications: abl.com.au/insights-and-n…

Congratulations to long-standing client Paul Bassat on the establishment of Amplify, a not-for-profit that will seek people’s views on important issues via town-hall style forums and an online platform. Read more:  abl.com.au/insights-and-n…

Client and special guest Tim Gurner shared his insights at our Property Finance Forum last week. Topics included managing project costs, capital flows, the housing affordability crisis, and future trends in property development. abl.com.au/insights-and-n…

ABL has advised long term client Centennial in relation to their acquisition of the Cleveland Industrial Park in Brisbane. Read more:  abl.com.au/insights-and-n…

As part of our Client Spotlight series, we asked longstanding client Paul Bassat about his new charity Amplify, an online platform dedicated to restoring trust in our democracy. Read more: abl.com.au/insights-and-n…

Partner Shaun Cartoon writes in the AFR that, with Australian property now viewed as a sitting duck by ravenous state governments, wealthy families are looking to diversify not only their asset classes but also the location of the family wealth. Read more: abl.com.au/insights-and-n…

Former Australian Ambassador to the United States The Hon. Arthur Sinodinos AO provided a special briefing for ABL clients in Sydney last week on the implications of the upcoming Presidential Election. Read more: abl.com.au/insights-and-n…

In today’s AGE and SMH, restructuring and insolvency partner Genevieve Sexton is highlighted for her role in the successful corporate revival of the Amy Gillett Foundation, a charity dedicated to reducing cyclist fatalities on Australian roads. Read more:  abl.com.au/insights-and-n…