INDEPENDENT EXPERT'S
REPORTS (IER)
OBJECTIVE ADVICE DELIVERED WITH CLARITY, SPEED AND INTEGRITY
Leadenhall is a leading provider of Independent Expert’s Reports (IERs) for a wide range of corporate transactions. Whether you’re navigating a takeover, scheme of arrangement, related party transaction or capital restructure, our IERs provide shareholders with clear, impartial and defensible insights into whether a transaction is fair, reasonable, or in their best interests.
We combine Big Four-calibre expertise with the responsiveness and flexibility of a dedicated specialist team – delivering high-quality reports that withstand regulatory scrutiny, are easily understood by stakeholders, and minimise disruption to your business.
WHAT IS AN INDEPENDENT EXPERT’S REPORT?
An Independent Expert’s Report offers security holders an unbiased assessment of a proposed transaction. Required in many situations under the Corporations Act and recommended by ASIC in others, an IER assesses the financial terms of a transaction and its broader commercial implications – helping shareholders make informed decisions.
Situations where an IER may be required or recommended include:
Takeovers and schemes of arrangement
Related party transactions
Share buybacks or selective capital reductions
Compulsory acquisitions or buyouts
Demutualisations
Deeds of Company Arrangement (DoCAs)
Even where not mandatory, obtaining an IER can strengthen market confidence and demonstrate good governance.
WHY CHOOSE LEADENHALL?
We deliver expert valuation advice and IERs that are trusted by boards, regulators and shareholders alike. Here’s what sets us apart:
✔ Big firm experience without the bureaucracy
Our team includes former directors and valuation specialists from top-tier firms. We apply that expertise directly – without the layers of red tape – so you receive partner-led advice that’s timely and tailored.
✔ Proven track record with regulators
Leadenhall reports routinely pass through ASIC and ASX reviews with minimal or no revisions. Our rigorous standards and defensible conclusions help you avoid delays and regulatory back-and-forth.
✔ Clarity and simplicity
We make the complex simple. Our reports are clear, concise and designed to be understood by a wide audience – from sophisticated investors to retail shareholders.
✔ Fixed, reasonable fees
You’ll benefit from upfront pricing, no hidden extras, and fair treatment if timelines shift slightly. Our reports represent outstanding value for the quality of analysis provided.
✔ Fast turnaround, minimal disruption
We’re structured for speed. Our senior team is hands-on throughout, enabling us to meet tight timeframes while keeping demands on your internal team to a minimum.
WHO WE WORK WITH
We’ve delivered IERs across diverse industries and transaction types. Some of the organisations we’ve worked with include:
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Whether an IER is a regulatory requirement or simply best practice for transparency, involving us early in the process ensures your transaction proceeds smoothly, on schedule, and with the confidence of shareholders and regulators alike.