Equity Capital Markets
We provide comprehensive guidance to both companies and their advisers on the complex regulatory landscape governing equity capital markets. This encompasses ensuring compliance with the rules and continuing obligations of the relevant exchanges, as well as interpreting and applying the nuances of applicable securities legislation. Our lawyers are well-versed in the practicalities of these requirements and help clients anticipate regulatory expectations, manage disclosure obligations, and maintain clear channels of communication with the market and their stakeholders.
Our support extends to all aspects of the fundraising process. We routinely represent both issuers and advisers in secondary offerings and placings, providing strategic advice on documentation, investor relations, and the structuring of transactions to maximise capital efficiency and shareholder value. We guide clients through the procedural and legal steps required for successful fundraising, from the initial planning phases to completion and post-transaction reporting.
In addition to transactional expertise, our team is regularly sought out for advice on corporate governance matters in the capital markets context. This includes advising on best practice standards for board composition, directors’ responsibilities, the relationship between shareholders and the board, and the implementation of governance frameworks that satisfy both regulatory requirements and the expectations of institutional investors.
Our partner-led approach ensures that each client benefits from the insight and judgment of seasoned professionals with sector-specific expertise. We collaborate closely with clients’ internal teams, financial advisers, and other stakeholders to deliver seamless, commercially pragmatic solutions. The result is a client service model that prioritises long-term value creation, resilience, and confidence in navigating the evolving demands of the equity capital markets.
