Steven Humphries

Steven Humphries is a seasoned partner with over 25 years of leadership in mergers and acquisitions. He guides corporate transactions through every phase, from initial structuring and strategy to due diligence, negotiation, execution, and post-closing adjustments. His comprehensive knowledge extends to securities law and capital raising, private equity, joint ventures, corporate governance, and matters of foreign investment. Steven's expertise is enriched by a robust network, both within Australia and internationally, which empowers clients to access diverse skills and achieve exceptional commercial outcomes. His proactive approach and keen attention to client objectives have earned him recognition in The Best Lawyers in Australia from 2021 to 2024 for excellence in commercial law. His distinguished career includes his current role as Principal at Walter Baden, where he has served since 2019, after positions at McCabe Curwood Lawyers and McCabes Lawyers Pty Ltd. Steven's foundational years as a corporate lawyer were spent at Arnold Bloch Leibler and Minter Ellison, where he developed his insights and capabilities. Steven holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Japanese from the University of New South Wales, equipping him with a broad perspective and understanding of diverse cultural contexts in business dealings.