Lawyers are poised to benefit from the increased deal flow between China and Australia as trade barriers break down and concerns around food security heighten at home and abroad, fuelled by scares over frozen berries harbouring hepititis A, and the threat of poison in infant milk formula.

King & Wood Mallesons partner Meredith Paynter said Australians were positioned to benefit from the coming boost to agricultural trade, driven by Asian demand for more protein, safe and quality food products, and the drop in the Aussie dollar.