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NRF eyes growth as it chooses its next Aussie head

The Brisbane-based corporate partner succeeds Alison Deitz as the firm eyes growth

May 8, 2026

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DLA Piper promotes five to partner in Australia

Global firm builds out energy, tech and employment bench across three cities

May 7, 2026

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HSF Kramer is picking up clients it couldn't before

The global firm says its US combination is already converting into new mandates

May 6, 2026

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HSF Kramer promotes eight executive counsel in Australia

The global firm's senior round spans employment, projects, tax and governance

May 5, 2026

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HWLE confirms its new CEO

Kris Hopkins takes the reins as HWLE bets on a single-CEO model for its next growth phase

Apr 30, 2026

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Gadens adds eight partners as it eyes top end of town

Eight new partners span banking, real estate, defence and more

Apr 29, 2026

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HSF Kramer has Texas in its sights

From 110 to 120 US partners and counting, with Texas as its next stop

Apr 29, 2026

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Everyone picked Harvey or Legora. Freshfields chose neither.

While rivals race to adopt Harvey and Legora, one Magic Circle firm is building its own. Here's why that matters.

Apr 28, 2026

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Always Mallesons: The Long History Behind Mallesons' Homecoming

The colonial roots, the bet on Asia, and the firm that never really left

Apr 28, 2026

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DLA Piper votes to kill its verein

Partners back a global overhaul, but separate profit pools stay intact for now.

Apr 25, 2026

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Ashurst promotes 9 Aussies to its global partnership

The cohort spans across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.

Apr 23, 2026

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Ashurst and Perkins Coie lock in merger to create $2.8bn global giant

Transatlantic tie-up clears final hurdle as both partnerships back the deal

Apr 14, 2026

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Mallesons begins new era as the "always ready" law firm

The firm launches a fresh brand, bold merchandise, a new colour scheme and a pointed message to the market.

Mar 30, 2026

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The structure that built global law: is the Swiss Verein over?

It was the merger model that avoided real mergers. Now the world's biggest law firms are walking away from it.

Mar 23, 2026

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NRF's revenue just jumped 16% - but its PEP is the big winner

NRF offices power double-digit growth as the firm expands headcount

Feb 23, 2026

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HWLE chief executive partner resigns

Australia’s largest partnership begins the search for a new leader

Feb 23, 2026

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G+T tapped to support Antisemitism Royal Commission

Gilbert + Tobin lands key role on Antisemitism Royal Commission

Feb 13, 2026

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Corrs doubles down on independence to win deal work

Why Corrs thinks independence is still a competitive edge

Jan 19, 2026

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Ashurst lands $4.15bn merger with Perkins Coie to crack US market

Combined firm will be a top-20 global player, spanning 23 countries

Nov 17, 2025

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Ashurst explores US law firm merger

After years of failed talks, Ashurst is closer than ever to cracking America

Nov 17, 2025

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HFW launches in Brisbane

Global firm accelerates Australian expansion amid construction boom

Nov 12, 2025

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Slater + Gordon posts profit surge

The firm lifts profit 19% and revenue 9%, as personal injury work powers a second year of growth since going private.

Nov 11, 2025

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Mid-tier outpace top-tiers on partner growth

Australia’s mid-sized firms are scaling fast through mergers and lateral hires, while top-tiers hold steady

Oct 29, 2025

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“Not fit for purpose”: NSW’s top judge takes on PLT

Proposed reforms could slash fees and training time

Oct 17, 2025

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King & Spalding's Aussie debut

$3.5bn US firm enters Australia with elite five-partner team

Oct 15, 2025

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Firms

NRF eyes growth as it chooses its next Aussie head

DLA Piper promotes five to partner in Australia

HSF Kramer is picking up clients it couldn't before