The Brief:
MinterEllison appoints partner Katrina Groshinski as chair.
She succeeds Andrew Rentoul, who held the role since 2022.
MinterEllison has handed the keys to long-time competition partner Katrina Groshinski, appointing her as the firm's new chair effective 31 December 2025.
Groshinski brings more than two decades advising on complex competition and regulatory matters. Since joining MinterEllison in 2010, she's guided clients through contested merger clearances, ACCC investigations, market authorisations and compliance with evolving consumer protection frameworks.
Her practice spans private and government clients across highly regulated sectors central to Australia's economy.
Her deal sheet includes:
Advising TPG Telecom on securing merger clearance for its $1.4bn scheme of arrangement acquisition of iiNet Limited
Helping Linfox Armaguard obtain merger authorisation from the ACCC for the combination of its cash distribution business with competitor Prosegur
Representing the State of NSW after the ACCC accused the state and NSW Ports of entering into anti-competitive agreements in relation to the long-term lease of Port Botany and Port Kembla
Groshinski will continue her client practice alongside the chair role.
What was said
Outgoing chair Andrew Rentoul said:
"It has been a privilege to serve as chair and to work alongside talented colleagues and clients. I'm proud of what we've achieved together, including strengthening our governance through the appointment of two independent non-executive directors to our board in 2025, and establishing an ambitious strategy for the firm as it enters its third century.
Groshinski said her focus as chair will be on accelerating the firm's strategy, deepening client relationships, driving AI adoption and innovation, and strengthening capabilities in high-growth areas.
"I want to thank Andrew for his leadership and the significant progress achieved under his tenure. As chair, my focus will be on accelerating our strategy and helping our clients solve their most complex problems."
Source: MinterEllison