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Full Court weighs in on shareholder class actions re-enlivening Worley class action
The Full Court of the Federal Court has allowed an appeal by shareholders in the class action against Worley Limited, finding that the primary judge’s dismissal of the case must be set aside and remitted to a single judge for determination in light of the Full Court's reasons. ...
Allens advises Quadrant Private Equity on Jaybro acquisition
The deal represents a significant investment by Quadrant into a key sector of the economy which will be integral to the post-pandemic recovery. 'Quadrant's investment will enable Jaybro to continue ...
Allens advises Sunsuper on merger with QSuper
The landmark merger of Sunsuper and QSuper will form the country's second-biggest superannuation fund. The merged entity, Australian Retirement Trust, will have over 2 million members and more than ...
Australia's third shareholder class action judgment
Judgment has been delivered in the third shareholder class action to run to judgment in Australia, with Justice Jagot of the Federal Court rejecting the applicant's claim in its entirety in Bonham as Trustee for the Aucham Super Fund v Iluka Resources Ltd [2022] FCA 71. ...
Proposed changes to FIRB approval rules
On 14 February 2022, the Government released proposed changes to the FIRB approval rules, in the form of an exposure draft of the Foreign Acquisitions and Takeovers Amendment Regulations 2022 which would amend the Foreign Acquisitions and Takeovers Regulations 2015. We outline and comment on the changes proposed. ...
The era of responsibility – top ESG trends for 2022
Environmental, Social and Governance issues continue to create a paradigm shift in the way businesses are run.2022 looks to be another big year in the space, with those slow to adapt getting left behind. We break down key ESG trends to watch for in 2022. ...
Allens advises Meridian Energy Limited on $740m sale
Meridian is New Zealand's largest electricity generator and is dual listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and the New Zealand Exchange. 'We are pleased to have advised Meridian on the sale o ...
Allens tops 2021 M&A league tables
Allens advised on transactions across the region valued at approximately $250 billion 1 and the majority of the top 10 largest public M&A deals announced in Australia in 2021. The firm's rankings ...
Allens advises Livingbridge on its acquisition of the Waste Services Group
The Waste Services Group provides waste collection, procurement and management services across Australia. This acquisition is Livingbridge's fifth major investment in Australia, and follows less th ...
Allens advises on sale of Playground XYZ
Playground XYZ is a client of Allens' Accelerate practice, which was the first dedicated startups and scaleups practice from a major law firm in Australia. 'We are delighted to have assisted the ...