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There is a real gear shift for the future of clean rides, taking a giant leap towards sustainable transport. In a landmark deal energising the electric vehicle sector, we had the pleasure of advising Volkswagen on their strategic C$69 million investment into Patriot Battery Metals at a substantial premium, solidifying a long-term supply commitment. With a shared vision of sustainable and ethically-sourced critical minerals, this deal reflects a deep commitment to a greener future. This collaboration marks a major boost to the rapidly growing electric vehicle sector, ensuring a robust, long-term supply of lithium – the lifeblood of EV technology. Teaming up with Patriot Battery Metals means Volkswagen is not just talking eco-friendly – they're driving it with the help of our experts Shaun Hardcastle and Jeremy Newman. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gkAypdYt

The year that was 2024: a year in review of M&A Deals at Hamilton Locke. Here at Hamilton Locke, 2024 was all about connecting dots and building bridges in the world of M&A. We spent the year helping everything from up-and-coming tech startups to the biggest names in business. Slide through to catch glimpses of our top deals for the year and see how we turned complex challenges into winning opportunities. A massive thank you goes out to our team and clients for a year marked by dynamic growth and collaborations. Bring on 2025!

Congratulations to Scarcity Partners on its third GP staking investment this year! A standout moment for Scarcity Partners and a clear signal of its position in the Australian market, we were delighted to advise the team on its latest strategic move – the acquisition of a minority stake in Singapore based January Capital. Scarcity's pioneering 'GP-staking' strategy not only reflects innovation but also a deepening commitment to nurturing the success of asset management firms across the APAC region. With over A$500 million in assets and a portfolio of more than 60 companies collectively valued at over AU$12.5 billion, January Capital is primed for accelerated growth amidst Asia Pacific’s dynamic tech sector. Huge congratulations to the Hamilton Locke team for their efforts in steering this deal to success - Gordon McCann, Kathryn May and Lorenzo Ricchi, with support from our funds and financial services team Erik Setio and Annabelle Parmegiani. The Scarcity Partners team was also supported by the EagleHawk Capital team, including Josh Coull, Ged Dawson and Tom Cunningham. https://lnkd.in/gz-vmBwd #auslaw #MergersAndAcquisitions #BusinessLaw #ASX #GPstaking

We're closing out the week with some big news at Hamilton Locke! Our team has earned coveted spots in the Chambers and Partners 2025 Asia-Pacific and FinTech Guides. Jumping up in the FinTech Guide, we've proudly hit Band 1 as a firm, with Jaime Lumsden standing out in Band 2 and Charmian Holmes securing her Band 3 spot once again. A huge shoutout to Michael Tooma for clinching Band 1 in Health & Safety in the Asia Pacific Guide, Zina Edwards on her Band 3 in Restructuring and Insolvency and being newly named 'Up and Coming' in Banking and Finance and Corporate Finance, Tim Grave on his Band 3 rank in White-Collar Crime & Corporate Investigations, Jaime Lumsden on her Band 4 rank in Financial Services Regulation and Nick Edwards on his Band 4 rank in Restructuring and Insolvency. That’s not all – we’ve also ranked for multiple practices in the 2025 Asia-Pacific Guide. Take a look at the full rankings and more: https://lnkd.in/gGFWpXet

We’re finishing the year strong at Hamilton Locke with a wave of promotions, effective 1 January 2025! These promotions recognise the continued hard work, dedication, and outstanding contributions of our people. Spanning from Sydney to Perth, we have promotions from different teams and different states – but every one of these individuals is united by a shared dedication to delivering unparalleled client service and embodying our values, day in and day out. Please join us in congratulating our team members on their well-deserved promotions - Daniel Owen, Ariane Thierry, Emily Taylor, James Roberts, Jeremy O'Hara, Jordon Rossetto, Lorenzo Ricchi, Nicola I., Palak Thaker (Pk) and Sorcha O Rourke. https://lnkd.in/gjk9dhsW

In a world first… Our Head of ESG, Michael Tooma, will join at the upcoming webinar launch for the groundbreaking Manifesto for Global Industrial Safety. Created in collaboration with the University of Cambridge, Cambridge Industrial Innovation Policy and Global Initiative For Industrial Safety, the Manifesto for Global Industrial Safety is a visionary framework crucial for confronting safety challenges amidst swift technological progress across sectors. The webinar will cover the five core tenets of the Manifesto, the contemporary tech challenges confronting industrial safety and strategies for deploying the Manifesto. Michael Tooma will join a distinguished lineup of speakers including Carlos López-Gómez, Manifesto co-author at the Institute for Manufacturing (IfM), University of Cambridge; Kate Field, Global Head of Human and Social Sustainability at British Standards Institution Training Academy; and Maurizio Pilu, Managing Director at Safetytech Accelerator. Register for the webinar at: https://lnkd.in/e46UUfub

A big win for our team in New Zealand! We're proud to announce that Hamilton Locke New Zealand’s Funds and Financial Services team, led by Bryan Ventura and Jay Sprott, have won Professional Services Firm of the Year 2024 at the BlockchainNZ awards! We expanded into New Zealand two years ago and in this short time, our team’s strategic guidance and robust insights have helped drive the success of businesses and individuals in the blockchain industry. This win is not only a testament to the strides we have made in the past two years but also our deep understanding of blockchain technology and its complexities. A big thank you to BlockchainNZ and congrats to Bryan Ventura, Jay Sprott and the whole team. https://lnkd.in/gDYctCZY

Wrapping up the year with Women Lawyers of Western Australia Inc’s final Coffee Connect! Earlier this week, we joined our friends at the WLWA and sponsored the final Coffee Connect for 2024. Our very own Margot King shared her inspiring reflections on the year reminding us that joy and support are always within reach, no matter where you are in your life or career. A special thank you to Mairead Finn, Kaday Conteh and the WLWA team for all their efforts in organising and closing out the year with such an engaging and meaningful event. We’re proud to support events that bring the legal community together—can’t wait for the next Coffee Connect in February 2025.

We are pleased to have acted for Wingate Corporate Investments and Keyview Financial Group in relation to a syndicated senior secured facilities provided to Next Gen Health & Lifestyle Clubs. The facilities will be applied by NextGen towards refinancing its existing debt facilities and funding further growth initiatives. The team at Hamilton Locke was led by Zina Edwards and included Sarah Roettgers, Emil Conradie, Matthew Butchard, Monica Shakeri and Jiashu Wang. Hamilton Locke’s Andrew Vincent and Peter Mutema acted for AMAL Trustees on this transaction. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gmMyjfG3

Earlier this week, we joined forces with BDO to host a roundtable event in Sydney, The Future of Payments – Getting Ready for New Regulations.   Co-moderated by our Partner Michele Levine and BDO’s National Financial Services Leader Tim Aman, CPA, CA, the event brought together industry leaders to discuss the evolving payments landscape in Australia.   Discussions covered everything from new and upcoming regulations to commercial challenges and strategies to help payment businesses. From exploring strategies to navigate challenges like licensing changes, AML/CTF requirements and privacy regulations to identifying opportunities for innovation and transaction growth, no stone was left unturned during the session.   Key takeaways from the session included the need for payment businesses to build strong operational risk frameworks to navigate regulatory reform, the importance of aligning risk focus with scalable frameworks and the opportunities for innovation and transaction growth in a fast-changing industry.   A special thank you to BDO for collaborating with us and to all attendees for their valuable contributions. It was great to hear insights on building scalable risk frameworks, embracing innovation and preparing businesses for the changes ahead.   We can't wait for the next one!