Isaac West

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Isaac West advises listed and unlisted clients in M&A and equity capital markets transactions in a broad range of industries.

He focuses his practice on complex transactions, having recently acted for Anteris Technologies Global Corp. (Nasdaq: AVR; ASX: AVR) in a first-of-its-kind series of transactions, including a concurrent U.S. redomiciliation of an ASX-listed company by scheme of arrangement, U.S. initial public offering, and dual-listing on Nasdaq and ASX. He also recently advised Peabody Energy Corporation on its proposed acquisition of Australian metallurgical coal assets from Anglo American plc for cash consideration of up to US$3.775 billion, which included the proposed on-sale of the Dawson mine to PT BUMA Internasional Grup Tbk for US$450 million.

Isaac acted for the Queensland Investment Corporation (QIC) on its debt and equity investment and participation on behalf of the State of Queensland in the recapitalization and acquisition out of administration of Australia's second largest airline, Virgin Australia, by Bain Capital (Mergermarket's M&A Deal of the Year for 2020). He also advised QIC on its cornerstone investment in the initial public offering (IPO) of Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure Limited.

Isaac was named in the Top 10 M&A Lawyers for APAC in Datasite's 2024 Dealmakers League report.

Experiência

  • Eildon Capital receives unsolicited offer from Samuel Terry Asset ManagementJones Day advised the Eildon Capital Group (Eildon) on the unsolicited off-market takeover bid by Samuel Terry Asset Management (STAM) for all of Eildon’s stapled securities not already owned by STAM.
  • Anteris Technologies completes $25.2 million private placement of Common Stock, CDIs, and accompanying Common Stock Warrants and CDI WarrantsJones Day represented Anteris Technologies Global Corp. (NASDAQ: AVR; ASX: AVR) ("Anteris") in connection with a private placement of (i) 2,346,936 shares of its Common Stock and accompanying Common Stock Warrants to purchase an aggregate of 2,346,936 shares of Common Stock and (ii) 2,788,064 of its CHESS Depositary Interests ("CDIs") and accompanying CDI Warrants to purchase an aggregate of 2,788,064 CDIs to various investors in the United States and Australia for an aggregate purchase price of approximately $25.2 million.
  • Intelligent Monitoring Group acquires BNP SecuritiesJones Day advised ASX-listed Intelligent Monitoring Group Limited (ASX: IMG) on its acquisition of BNP Securities.
  • Morgans Corporate Limited acts as sole lead manager on AU$330 million pre-IPO funding round by Firmus GridJones Day advised Morgans Corporate Limited, as sole lead manager, in connection with Firmus Grid’s AU$330 million pre-IPO funding round.
  • Intelligent Monitoring Group acquires Western AdvanceJones Day advised Intelligent Monitoring Group Ltd. in the acquisition by its subsidiary, ADT Security Group Pty Ltd, of 100% of Western Advance Pty Ltd.
  • Journey Beyond acquires Grand Pacific ToursJones Day advised Journey Beyond in the acquisition of the entire issued share capital of Grand Pacific Tours Pty. Ltd, which organizes coach tours for small and mid-size groups in New Zealand.
  • Peabody proposed acquisition of Tier 1 Australian metallurgical coal assets from Anglo AmericanJones Day advised Peabody on the entry into definitive purchase agreements for the proposed acquisition of significant Tier 1 Australian Metallurgical coal assets from Anglo American plc for a cash consideration of up to US$3.775 billion, as well as assisting Peabody in obtaining various anti-trust (in Vietnam, South Korea, Japan, China, Türkiye, the Slovak Republic, India, Brazil, and Taiwan) and foreign investment approvals for the proposed acquisition.
  • Ord Minnett, Morgans, and Taylor Collison successfully underwrite AU$130 million capital raising by betr Entertainment LimitedJones Day represented Ord Minnett, Morgans Corporate, and Taylor Collison, as joint lead managers and underwriters, in connection with an AU$130 million capital raising by way of placement and accelerated entitlement offer by betr Entertainment Limited.
  • Sanofi to separate its consumer healthcare business, OpellaJones Day acted as securities law counsel in the separation of Opella, Sanofi's consumer healthcare business, and the sale of a 50% controlling stake to CD&R.
  • Intelligent Monitoring Group obtains AU$122.5 million senior secured credit facilityJones Day represented Intelligent Monitoring Group Ltd in connection with its AU$122.5 million senior secured credit facility with National Australia Bank.
  • Intelligent Monitoring Group acquires KOBEJones Day advised Intelligent Monitoring Group in the acquisition of the entire issued share capital of KOBE Pty Ltd from KOBE Group Holdings Pty Ltd.
  • Anteris Technologies completes U.S. IPO, dual-listing, and re-domiciliation to U.S.Jones Day represented Anteris Technologies Global Corp. (NASDAQ: AVR; ASX: AVR) ("Anteris") in a first-of-its-kind series of transactions, including a concurrent U.S. re-domiciliation of an ASX-listed company, U.S. initial public offering (the "IPO") and dual-listing on NASDAQ and ASX.
  • Coronado Global Resources completes $400 million Senior Secured Notes offeringJones Day advised Coronado Global Resources Inc. (ASX: CRN) (“Coronado”), a global producer, marketer, and exporter of a full range of metallurgical coal products, in connection with an offering by one of its wholly-owned subsidiaries of US$400 million aggregate principal amount of 9.250% Senior Secured Notes due 2029 in a Rule 144A and Regulation S offering.
  • CVC acquires stake in Boost MediaJones Day acted as counsel to CVC Emerging Companies Fund II and its co-investor in the acquisition of a minority interest in Boost Media from selling shareholders.
  • Journey Beyond Group obtains A$495 million financingJones Day advised the Journey Beyond Group on a A$495 million syndicated facility, arranged and underwritten by Jefferies Finance LLC.
  • Intelligent Monitoring Group acquires Adeva Home Solutions, ACG Integration and AAG and completes associated equity raiseJones Day advised Intelligent Monitoring Group Ltd in connection with the acquisitions of three separate security businesses known as Adeva Home Solutions, ACG and AAG and also advised on an associated AU$20 million capital raising by placement of ordinary shares to eligible institutional and sophisticated investors to fund the acquisitions.
  • Journey Beyond acquired by Crestview AdvisorsJones Day advised Journey Beyond Group in relation to the acquisition of the Journey Beyond Group by Crestview Advisors, LLC. and its affiliated funds (Crestview) from the Hornblower Group as a component of the financial restructuring of Hornblower Group and certain of its subsidiaries via a Chapter 11 process.
  • Intelligent Monitoring Group completes AU$19.3 million private placement of Ordinary SharesJones Day represented Intelligent Monitoring Group Ltd in connection with the AU$19.3 million private placement of Ordinary Shares.
  • Chevron acquires 25 fuel retailing sites in South AustraliaJones Day advised Chevron on its agreement to acquire 25 fuel retailing sites in South Australia from Viva Energy.
  • Flottec sold to Nalco WaterJones Day represented Flottec, LLC, a company focused on the development of advanced flotation technology and the supply of flotation reagents and mineral processing chemicals, in connection with its sale to Nalco Company LLC, an Illinois-based supplier of water, energy and air improvement solutions and services for industrial markets and Ecolab Inc. company.

    • The following represents experience acquired prior to joining Jones Day.

    Acted for ASX-listed Diversa Limited on its acquisition by OneVue Holdings Limited by scheme of arrangement.

    Acted for One Key Resources on its sale to U.K.-based global workplace solutions provider Fircroft.

    Acted for Mackay Sugar Limited, Isis Central Sugar Milling Company Limited, and Bundaberg Sugar Limited on their attempted restructuring of Queensland Sugar Limited by amending the constitution of that company and seeking associated court declarations.

    Acted for Mackay Sugar Limited on a variety of corporate and commercial matters over many years, including toll crushing arrangements with MSF Limited, cane supply agreements, the effects of "Grower Choice" legislation, the acquisition of the Mossman sugar mill, and a joint venture with Black River Asset Management.

    Acted for ASX-listed Cardno Limited on its proportional takeover by Crescent Capital Partners.

    Acted for Proterra Investment Partners (previously Black River Asset Management) on a number of acquisitions and establishment of investment vehicles and joint venture arrangements in various subsidiaries.

    Acted for ASX-listed Mitchell Services Limited on multiple capital raisings and asset acquisitions from Tom Browne Drilling Services and Nitro Drilling (both in receivership).

    Acted for New South Wales Sugar Milling Co-operative on various commercial matters including the sale (in receivership) of cogeneration plants jointly owned with Delta Electricity and the merger of its NSW sugar's milling operations with Manildra Group.

    Acted for ASX-listed Silver Chef Limited on amendments to its corporate bond terms and multiple capital raisings, including its recent accelerated nonrenounceable entitlement offer to raise $30 million.

    Acted for ASX-listed Data #3 Limited on its acquisitions of Discovery Technology and Business Aspect Group.

    Acted for NASDAQ-listed Pool Corporation on its entry into the Australian market through the acquisition of Pool Systems.

    Acted for Queensland Gas Company (QGC) on its takeovers of Roma Petroleum NL & Sunshine Gas Company and its subsequent $5.2 billion takeover by British Gas.

    Acted for ASX-listed Ausenco Limited on its underwritten accelerated rights issue.

    Acted for ERM Power Limited on its initial public offering and ASX listing.

    Acted for ASX-listed New Hope Corporation Limited on its off-market takeover of Bridgeport Energy Limited.

    Acted for graphite explorer Opirus Minerals on its acquisition by ASX-listed Lamboo Resources Limited.

    Acted for ASX-listed Senex Energy Limited in relation to its $155 million capital raising and $76 million takeover of Stuart Petroleum Limited.

    Acted for ASX-listed PanAust Limited on its $358 million capital raising and joint venture arrangements for the Inca de Oro project in Chile.

    Acted for Pure Metals Limited on its acquisition of a 40 percent interest in the Hawsons Iron Ore Project (a joint venture with Carpentaria Exploration Limited).

    Acted for Texas, U.S.-based Maverick Drilling and Exploration Limited on its initial public offering and ASX listing.

    Acted for Morgans Corporate Limited as underwriter to various capital raisings.

    Acted for National Australia Bank and the Queensland Rural Adjustment Authority and a number of project participants in relation to carbon projects carried out under the Carbon Farming Initiative.

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    May 2024 Commentary

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    FEBRUARY 2024 Commentary

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    June 2023 Commentary

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    January 2023 Newsletters

    Australian Financial Services Regulatory Update | Q3–Q4 2022

    October 2022 Commentary

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