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What to do if a class action is threatened or filed
In this short video we outline the key steps that should be taken as soon as you are informed of a potential class action; or when a class action is filed. ...
13 recommendations to mitigate risk in sustainability statements and greenwashing
This Insight considers some key emerging trends in ASIC's and the ACCC's enforcement activities around greenwashing and sustainability that will be major themes in 2023. ...
Federal Court gets on the front foot to streamline the takeover scheme process
In this Insight, we look at the key changes to the Federal Court process on a scheme application and what it means for target companies. ...
ESG class actions: an emerging focus on supply chain risk
Class action claims against companies alleging adverse human rights impacts are increasing globally. While damages may be sought, such claims are increasingly being used to drive change in company policies and practices. ...
Allens advises on transformational deal to create one of the world's largest listed diamond companies
On completion of this transformational cross-border deal, Burgundy will become the largest ASX-listed diamond company and one of the largest listed diamond companies globally. Burgundy will conduct ...
A look at strategies to secure support from—and transact with—major target shareholders in takeover scenarios
In this Insight we explore some strategies that would-be-bidders can employ to shore up pre-bid support from major shareholders, before considering structures that can be used to offer differential consideration to them when implementing the control transaction itself. ...
Five questions on the minds of future-focused in-house counsel
In this Insight, we explore what’s front of mind for innovative legal professionals and share some practical examples of what leading legal functions are doing to improve legal service delivery in their organisations. ...
ChatGPT in law: unlocking new opportunities while managing the risks
As legal professionals around the globe settle into another year of work, they have been confronted by a new existential threat from OpenAI's much discussed AI chatbot, ChatGPT. Many lawyers have been asking similar questions: will my job exist this time next year? How accurate is it at answering th ...
Is two better than one? A look at dual scheme of arrangement and takeover bid structures
The recent contest for control of Nitro Software Limited has thrust the strategy of concurrent scheme of arrangement and 'fall back' takeover bid structures back into the spotlight. We unpack it in our insight. ...
ESG class actions
As these actions grow in prominence overseas, and make their way to Australian shores, all sectors need to be aware of their strategies to mitigate litigation risk whilst keeping a clear eye on present and future trends. ...