The firm also brought in a former Pinsent Masons practice lead as a partner
Gilbert + Tobin (G+T) has advised Pacific Equity Partners (PEP) on its acquisition of Healthia for $360m via scheme of arrangement.
G+T served as lead banking legal counsel for PEP. Head of banking Gail Christopher led the team and was supported by lawyers Alanie Joseph, Grace McCarthy, and Emily Donaldson.
G+T also welcomed George Varma, who previously led the global hydrogen practice at Pinsent Masons, as a partner.
Varma joined the energy and resources team in Perth. He is a specialist in renewable energy, infrastructure, mining, oil and gas, carbon capture utilisation and storage, and synthetic fuels.
He is also an expert in structuring and delivering greenfield hydrogen and emerging technology projects.