Steve specialises in corporate and acquisition finance both domestically and in cross border transactions.  He is one of the leading practitioners in the Australian market advising banks and borrowers on highly leveraged acquisition finance.

In addition, Steve has advised on senior and mezzanine debt packages accessing bank and capital markets; on structuring debt, convertible and other hybrid instruments for issue to retail or wholesale investors and on work-outs and debt restructuring in distressed scenarios.

Steve is known for his "finesse" in achieving successful results in difficult negotiations.  He represents many leading banks and financial institutions working in Australia including ANZ, BOSI, CBA, Credit Suisse, GE, NAB, Mizuho,  RBS, SMBC, UBS and Westpac.

He regularly advises on Australian elements of global financing structures and has assisted both financiers and borrowers who are not familiar with Australian jurisdictions to implement complex global lending structures. 

Steve also works closely with partners in the Blake Dawson corporate group, advising sponsors and other participants on debt considerations relating to mergers, acquisitions and restructures.  

Steve's breadth of experience is invaluable to clients structuring innovative products for use in the Australian market or working on complex corporate finance arrangements or restructurings.

Steve will be presenting a session entitled "Financing restructures: Practical tips and considerations" at the Private Equity Law Masterclass.