Corporate advisory
CAPITAL RAISING
At New Era Lawyers, we assist businesses in raising capital to fuel expansion and secure ASX listings. Our clients range from small startups to established public companies, and we provide tailored legal guidance at every stage of the capital-raising process.
Raising capital can accelerate growth and unlock new opportunities. However, private companies must navigate specific capital-raising exemptions, while public companies face stricter regulations and typically need to offer securities through a regulated document, such as a prospectus. Companies looking for broader funding access often consider an Initial Public Offering (IPO) and ASX listing—while many IPOs succeed, others face significant challenges.
To navigate this complex regulatory landscape, companies need an experienced legal team. Our lawyers have advised on multiple ASX IPOs and have successfully facilitated over $400 million (AUD) in capital-raising transactions. We ensure our clients are well-informed and positioned for success.
MERGERS & AQUISITIONS
Buying or selling a business is a significant undertaking. For larger transactions, buyers conduct thorough due diligence, assessing operations, financial performance, legal compliance, market position, and company culture. Sale contracts can be complex, requiring expert legal guidance to align with your commercial objectives while minimising risk. At New Era Lawyers, we simplify this process, equipping you with the insights needed to make informed decisions.
Clients rely on our expertise and strategic approach to M&A transactions. Our team is approachable and solution-focused, yet, when necessary, we are strong advocates in challenging negotiations. We are known for simplifying complexities rather than creating them.
Our M&A expertise includes:
- Buying and selling business interests, assets, and shares
- Business and property development restructuring
- Transitions involving directors and/or asset owners
- Business succession planning
We have advised on M&A transactions totaling over $200 million (AUD), delivering results-driven legal solutions that support our clients’ long-term success.
Navigating Director Liability & Corporate Governance
Australian directors operate in one of the most demanding regulatory environments, with over 700 state and territory laws imposing personal liability—excluding additional Commonwealth regulations covering corporations, taxation, workplace health and safety, and environmental compliance. Many statutes hold directors personally accountable for corporate misconduct unless a valid defense can be established.
At New Era Lawyers, we provide expert legal guidance to directors of ASX-listed companies, helping them understand and fulfill their duties and obligations. Our team assists clients in establishing board charters and corporate governance policies, ensuring compliance and best practices.
Our expertise includes:
- Advising on director duties, reporting obligations, and shareholder meetings
- Resolving shareholder disputes
- Drafting and implementing corporate governance policies
- Defending directors in legal proceedings
- Engaging with ASIC and the ATO on regulatory matters
With extensive experience in director advisory and corporate governance, we help safeguard our clients from legal risks while supporting their leadership and decision-making responsibilities.
COMPANY LAW
At New Era Lawyers, we help companies navigate the complexities of corporate law, ensuring compliance with Australian regulations. From startups to publicly listed companies, we provide tailored legal advice on a wide range of corporate governance matters.
We advise clients on director duties, transactions involving directors, capital raising, and share dealings, including issues, transfers, buy-backs, and capital reductions. Our team assists with drafting and reviewing company constitutions, shareholder meetings, disclosures, and dispute resolution. We also defend companies facing prosecutions brought by ASIC.
In addition, we help establish board charters and corporate governance policies, ensuring directors of ASX-listed companies understand their responsibilities and regulatory obligations. Our experienced team provides practical, strategic guidance to help businesses operate with confidence and integrity.