Theodore Pasialis
Clayton Utz
Theodore Pasialis brings a wealth of expertise to Clayton Utz as a Special Counsel, specialising in transactional income tax law. With a strategic focus on private equity, mergers and acquisitions, and high net worth families, Theodore delivers tailored, high-quality legal solutions that align with our clients' complex and evolving needs.
Theodore's profound understanding of international tax law enables him to navigate cross-border transactions with precision and agility. His extensive experience in structuring and advising on intricate tax matters ensures that our clients receive optimal outcomes in all facets of their business dealings. His ability to distill complex tax issues into clear, actionable advice empowers our clients to make informed decisions that drive their success.
- Pacific Equity Partners: Working alongside Jonathan Donald, PEP’s long-term tax adviser, to advise on:
- the structuring of PEP's core private equity funds (PEP Funds VI & VII), as well as PEP's Secure Assets and Capital Solutions funds;
- various tax structuring issues in relation to the acquisition of lifestyle communities business Serenitas alongside Mirvac: and
- PEP's public takeover of ASX-listed Healthia Limited.
- Intermediate Capital Group (ICG): Advising on ICG Asia Pacific Fund IV’s acquisition of Cura Day Hospitals Group from Fresenius, and various other investments held by ICG fund entities.
- Cranemere: Advising Cranemere and its partner Velocity Vehicle Group on the Australian acquisition of Daimler truck and bus dealerships.
- Employee share schemes: Providing tax advice on the income tax implications of various employee share and option schemes for both employers and employees.
- High net worth individuals and family groups: Advising on their tax affairs, including non-residents coming to Australia and the structuring of their domestic and offshore investments.
- Not for profit sector: Advising numerous charities on their establishment and registration with the ACNC, assisting with obtaining DGR-status, as well as ongoing tax and legal compliance matters.