Clayton Utz Perth corporate/M&A partner Mark Paganin is the lead partner advising on the transaction, with support from senior associate Caitlin Sharp.

The transaction involves the sale by Amcom of 4.5 million of the 35.5 million shares it held in iiNet, and the proposed in specie distribution of its remaining shareholding (approximately 31 million shares) to its shareholders, which is subject to shareholder approval. The transaction is part of Amcom's strategy to consolidate its share capital and provide the company with working capital to fund future growth.