Baker McKenzie is delighted to host our virtual panel and information evening for the 2021/2022 Sydney Summer Clerkship Program.
During our panel discussion, you will hear from our Partners, Associates, and former Summer Clerks about our firm, culture, and global opportunities, and how we support professional and personal development at Baker McKenzie. Following the panel event, you will have the opportunity to network with our Partners and Associates across our practice groups using Zoom.
4.55pm to 5.00pm - Arrival | Attendees and panellists join the panel session.
5.00pm to 6:00pm - Welcome | Anthony Foley (National Managing Partner)
Panel session | Andrew Stewart (Partner, IP Tech)
Simone Bridges, Partner (Tax)
Alastair Gourlay, Partner (Banking & Finance)
Kathleen Jeremy Senior Associate (Dispute Resolution)
Gillian Woon, Special Counsel (IPTech)
Gareth Austin, Associate (Dispute Resolution)
Belinda Goh, Associate (Transactional Practice Group - Corporate Markets)
6:00pm to 8:00pm - Join video booth | Candidates are invited to network with Baker McKenzie representatives via video booths dedicated to each of Baker McKenzie’s eleven practice areas.
Today's lenders and borrowers face a myriad of challenges, including restrictions on foreign banks lending to companies in certain jurisdictions, distressed debt and increasing complexity of financial services regulation across the world. With most financing transactions that involve global companies requiring execution in more than one jurisdiction, and local law requirements posing challenges that can significantly affect deal value, it is crucial that their lawyers can navigate them through this complex environment.
With volatility in the global economy and the emergence of new real estate investors such as insurance companies and pension funds, the commercial real estate market has become much more competitive. Evolving regulatory requirements in key real estate markets and rapidly changing economic environments have made it more challenging for multinational companies and other investors to manage their real estate portfolios.
Our Construction Group has a deep and commercially focussed understanding of the construction industry, and of the particular interests of the various parties to any project. This expertise has been gained through acting on high profile transactions for developers, principals, governments, contractors, major subcontractors, engineering and architectural consultants as well as banks in Australia and the world.
As one of the leading firms for cross-border transactions, we provide strategic advice on deals involving the world’s largest financial institutions and multinational companies. From deal inception to business integration, we help clients to bridge the gap between aspiration and achievement.
Global disputes are becoming more frequent and complex as corporations and financial institutions continue to enter new markets against a backdrop of tighter regulatory scrutiny, higher accountability standards and intense competition. With more companies doing business in emerging markets, the risks are even greater.
For today's employers, managing a global workforce requires complying with local labor and employment laws in multiple jurisdictions, staying abreast of rapidly changing regulations, handling the growing demands of labor unions and works councils, and moving talent quickly across borders. It also means developing strategies to retain high-potential employees, especially during reorganizations and spinoffs.
The Energy, Resources, Infrastructure & Corporate Group has one of Australia's largest dedicated energy and resources teams, with experience in all Australian jurisdictions. The depth of our energy practice allows us to advise on all facets of the energy industry including regulation, major project development and mergers and acquisitions.
Growing environmental awareness and historic developments like the Paris Agreement are changing the way companies operate. From emissions trading to harnessing clean and renewable energy sources, sustainable business initiatives are gaining ground in markets across the world.
The IPTech group, previously known as the IP, TCC & Media group, is a broad based practice group built around IP expertise, industry knowledge in the technology and communications sector, and experience in regulatory and content issues for converging media.
At Baker McKenzie, we believe that the provision of pro bono legal services is a fundamental professional responsibility. As lawyers, we have a particular skill set and the best way to assist those in need is to utilise those skills. The Firm is committed to providing pro bono legal services to marginalised and/or disadvantaged individuals and the not-for-profit organisations that support them.
Our Taxation practice advises domestic and international clients on all aspects of corporate, financial and commercial transactions as well as on overall taxation strategies. Our specialist lawyers have wide ranging experience acting on behalf of many of Australia’s largest corporations as well as international clients.