Richard advises leading Australian and international organisations on complex transactions, with deep capabilities across mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructures and major commercial projects.
Biography
Richard provides strategic advice to public and private sector organisations, supporting them with corporate transactions, contract negotiations, governance issues, shareholder matters and regulatory compliance. His experience extends across several industries including casino and gaming, agribusiness, food and beverage, manufacturing and distribution, technology, media and entertainment, and healthcare.
Clients value his commercial judgement, technical strength and ability to guide them through high-stakes corporate issues. He draws on extensive experience to deliver clear advice and practical recommendations that help clients achieve their strategic goals and manage risk.
Richard's experience
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Made Group
Advised the founders on a sell-down of their interests to Coca-Cola, the subsequent re-acquisition of those interests and re-sale of a controlling stake to TPG Capital. -
The Star Entertainment Group
Investigated allegations concerning gaming tax, as reported in the Bell Review, and various other internal and regulatory investigations. -
Northland Group
Advised on the majority stake sale of Northland Pensions Group to Quintet Yorkway and the subsequent purchase of the group by RP Financial. -
Rinnai Australia
Advised on the acquisition of Smart Energy Group, including regulatory and ACCC advice, and other strategic acquisitions. -
Apromore Holdings
Advised Main Capital on its investment in, and subsequent sale of, portfolio company Apromore to Salesforce. -
Christians Bus Co
Advised on the acquisition of Gold Bus Ballarat and Bacchus Marsh Coaches. -
Linfox
Advised on the acquisition of the balance interest in BevChain. -
Quayeyeware
Advised on the sale to Summit Partners. -
Bombora Technologies
Advised on the sale to Neustar Inc.
Awards, recognition and rankings
- Best Lawyers in Australia 2027 – Recognised for Venture Capital Law, Commercial Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Best Lawyers in Australia 2026 – Lawyer of the Year, Venture Capital Law (Melbourne)