Strategic Cross-Border M&A.
We structure, negotiate, and execute complex cross-border transactions with precision and commercial foresight. Over $500M in deal value advised across 50+ transactions.
Transformative M&A for Cross-Border Growth
Mergers and Acquisitions are transformative events. They carry immense opportunity and significant risk. At Collins Quarters International, our M&A practice is built to navigate the complexities of modern deal-making, particularly where cross-border elements are involved.
We focus on the mid-market sector ($5M – $100M transaction value), providing the same level of rigorous due diligence and sophisticated structuring found at global elite firms, but with greater partner involvement and cost efficiency.
We act for acquirers, targets, and investors across a range of industries. Our team manages the entire deal lifecycle: from the initial letter of intent and heads of agreement, through to deep-dive legal due diligence, regulatory approvals (including ACCC and FIRB), and final settlement.
Industries We Cover
Our M&A Capabilities
End-to-end M&A advisory from initial strategy through settlement and post-merger integration.
Share Sale & Purchase Agreements
Drafting robust warranties, indemnities, and conditions precedent to protect your position on both buy-side and sell-side transactions.
Asset Acquisitions
Structuring deals to acquire specific business assets while mitigating legacy liabilities through careful contractual protections.
Legal Due Diligence
Comprehensive audits of target entities — identifying risks across IP, employment, property, contracts, and regulatory compliance.
Joint Ventures & Strategic Alliances
Designing governance structures and profit-sharing mechanisms for cross-border partnerships that endure.
Management Buyouts (MBOs)
Advising management teams on structuring, financing, and executing acquisitions with optimal tax outcomes.
FIRB & Regulatory Approvals
Navigating Foreign Investment Review Board national interest tests, ACCC merger clearances, and sector-specific regulations.
Our Proven M&A Process
A structured approach to deal execution that maximizes value and minimizes risk at every stage.
Letter of Intent & Heads of Agreement
We draft or review non-binding letters of intent that establish deal parameters, exclusivity periods, and key commercial terms.
Due Diligence
Our team conducts rigorous legal, financial, and compliance due diligence using structured data rooms and risk-weighted reporting.
Transaction Structuring
We optimize the deal structure for tax efficiency, liability protection, and regulatory compliance across all relevant jurisdictions.
Negotiation & Documentation
Expert negotiation of sale agreements, warranties and indemnities, conditions precedent, and ancillary documents.
Regulatory Approvals
We manage FIRB applications, ACCC notifications, and any sector-specific regulatory approvals required for completion.
Settlement & Integration
We coordinate seamless settlement and assist with post-merger integration — entity consolidation, employment transfers, and compliance.
India-Australia M&A Expertise
The Australia-India corridor is witnessing a surge in M&A activity. Indian IT, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing firms are increasingly looking to acquire Australian capabilities. Conversely, Australian firms are acquiring Indian subsidiaries for talent and market access.
We are specialists in this corridor. We understand the specific tax implications (DTAA), repatriation of funds challenges, and the cultural nuances of negotiating with Indian promoters and family-run conglomerates.
Explore India PracticeMalaysia-Australia M&A
Our Malaysia practice supports property developers and hospitality groups engaging in M&A in Australia. We facilitate smooth capital flows and ensure compliance with both Malaysian outbound investment rules and Australian inbound regulations.
We also advise Australian businesses seeking to expand into Malaysia and the broader ASEAN region through joint ventures and strategic acquisitions.
Explore Malaysia PracticeWhy Choose Our M&A Team
Deal Certainty
We anticipate roadblocks early — regulatory hurdles, due diligence red flags, financing gaps — and address them before they endanger completion.
Cross-Border Fluency
We seamlessly coordinate with foreign counsel in India, Malaysia, Singapore, and beyond. No translation gaps, no time zone delays.
Post-Merger Integration
We don't walk away at settlement. We stay on to assist with entity consolidation, employment transitions, and regulatory notifications.
Sector Expertise
Deep knowledge in Technology, Education, Healthcare, and Hospitality transactions gives us an edge in understanding your commercial context.
Pragmatic Negotiation
We focus on key commercial points. Our negotiation style maximizes value without derailing deals over minor academic points.
Selected Transactions
Representative examples of our cross-border M&A advisory work.
Advising an Indian SaaS company on the acquisition of an Australian fintech competitor, including FIRB and tax structuring.
Representing a Malaysian hospitality group in the acquisition of a boutique hotel chain in Victoria, including liquor licensing transfers.
Structuring a Joint Venture between an Australian VET provider and an Indian education conglomerate for cross-border student pathways.
Buy-side advisory for an Indian pharmaceutical company acquiring an Australian research laboratory with complex IP and regulatory considerations.
Planning a Transaction?
Every successful deal starts with a confidential conversation. Contact our M&A partners to discuss your strategic objectives — no obligation, complete discretion.
Typical response within 24 hours. All inquiries handled with strict confidentiality.