Gadens has acted for Singapore-based Rockworth Capital Partners (Rockworth) in relation to its acquisition of the 28 level office tower at 390 St Kilda Road in Melbourne. Settlement of the sale occurred on 31 July 2017. Gadens was engaged to undertake comprehensive due diligence investigations, negotiate the terms of the property sale agreement and attend […]
ReadmoreNational firm Gadens has appointed Brett Feltham as a Partner in its Employment Advisory Team. Brett joins Gadens from DLA Piper, and has also previously worked at PwC Legal and Deacons (now Norton Rose Fulbright). Grant Scott-Hayward, Gadens Chief Executive Officer said: “Brett’s appointment is an exciting addition to our growing Employment Advisory Team. With […]
ReadmoreAttorney-General Martin Pakula announced on Tuesday 8 August 2017 that Victorian Court of Appeal judge, Justice Anne Ferguson, has been appointed as Victoria’s Chief Justice – the top judicial role in Victoria. Justice Ferguson was previously a partner at Gadens and its predecessor firm, J.M. Smith & Emmerton. Grant Scott-Hayward, Gadens Chief Executive Officer, said: […]
ReadmoreGadens in Melbourne has acted for Singapore-based and SGX-listed, UOL Group Limited (UOL Group) in relation to its acquisition of the long-term leasehold interest and associated business of a strategically located five star hotel in South Wharf, Melbourne. Following completion of the acquisition this morning, UOL has re-branded the hotel as a Pan Pacific Hotel. […]
ReadmoreSuzie Howard was very privileged to attend the Brisbane Broncos CEO Breakfast to hear about the challenges and accomplishments of Broncos CEO, Paul White. Paul’s speech was very inspiring as he gave an insight into what he has achieved in life. He spoke about his years as a bush police officer in remote towns, coaching […]
ReadmoreMartin commenced his graduate year with Gadens in March 2016. He moved through two six-month rotations, one in Banking and Finance: Insolvency and Litigation and one in Banking and Finance: Commercial Lending. Martin is now a Lawyer in Gadens’ Banking and Finance: Commercial Lending team. What made you apply for a role at Gadens? As […]
ReadmoreGadens is proud to announce a number of new senior promotions, effective 1 July. It is especially pleasing to see these senior appointments made from within the ranks of the firm, which further reinforces the depth of expertise, dedication and extensive experience present at Gadens. Michael Kenny, Partner – Corporate Advisory Susan Babidge, Partner – […]
ReadmoreLockhart River Charity Gala The Indigenous Interns volunteered to assist at the inaugural Lockhart River Charity Gala in May. All proceeds from the art auction were raised for the Puuya Foundation and the Lockhart River community. The event was incredibly rewarding and inspiring as we witnessed the generosity of bidders and appreciated the beauty of […]
ReadmoreGadens is proud to announce 44 of our Partners and Lawyers have been nominated in the 2018 Best Lawyers Awards. We are delighted to see the following team members ranked: Adelaide Julia Sweeney – Retirement Villages and Senior Living Law Brisbane Brian McPherson – Banking and Finance Law Craig Chapman – Banking and Finance Law, […]
ReadmoreThis edition of Indigenous Intern News looks at the experiences of Suzie, Mikaela and Kat over the last two months. Suzie Howard I attended the Paris Agreement: Implications for Australian Lawyers along with my fellow intern Mikaela French. The seminar was presented by the Environmental Defenders Office and was held at Banco Court, with a […]
ReadmoreGadens, a leading Australian law firm with a long history of being a front-runner in providing clients with innovative online legal solutions, has recently launched our enhanced online leasing platform. GPS Leasing replaces our existing Lease Management System, and was rolled out to clients over the weekend. Through our latest, enhanced leasing platform we continue […]
ReadmoreGadens currently employs 4 Indigenous interns through a 10×10 partnership with CareerTrackers – a national non-profit organisation which creates internship opportunities for Indigenous university students. Gadens has an extensive history committed to reconciliation and creating professional opportunities for Indigenous interns and cadets. Liam Roberts, Suzie Howard, Mikaela French and Kathryn Dorante are currently employed as […]
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