Australia's merger regime is set for a major overhaul, with reforms coming into effect for deals closing or completing on or after 1 January 2026, impacting transaction timelines from mid-2025. These changes will introduce a single mandatory and suspensory administrative process, replacing the current framework. ...

We'll give you access to the best training and support to help you get there. At Allens, there will be ongoing opportunities to make an impact and drive your career. It's up to you to make the most of them. ...

The urban boom is placing pressure on our cities to keep up with the increasing demand for affordable housing and social, transportation and utility infrastructure. ...

Innovation is about more than just technology. It's part of our culture to work together to innovate and co-create solutions to ensure we are delivering real, tangible results. ...

Siobhan Lancaster Founder Instatruck, Perth This interview was conducted in 2016. Allens alumna Siobhan Lancaster moved from the M&A and corporate world into resources as a company secretary and legal counsel at various resources companies ...

Contract law is at the core of almost every lawyer's practice. We prepare the Contract Law Update by reviewing every contract law decision handed down by Australian appellate courts during the year and preparing summaries of those most relevant to lawyers in commercial practice. ...

To cut through the hype and provide concrete insights, Allens has established an ongoing benchmarking process in consultation with Linklaters LLP. This allows us to systematically evaluate and track the progress of generative AI in answering legal questions under Australian law over time. ...

Data centre development is capital-intensive, requiring both debt and equity funding. This report explores emerging funding models, investor considerations across real estate and infrastructure, and the growing need for energy generation and grid capacity. ...

Global insights. Original perspectives. Critical analysis of the key issues and developments affecting your business. ...

1978 The firm supports WWF-Australia on its formation through pro bono legal work and fundraising. 1995 Allens provides pro bono legal support to Bush Heritage for the first time, a relationship that continues today. 2001 The firm becomes ...