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Get to know Demi Peters, Special Counsel based in Hobart, Tasmania

We recently caught up with Demi Peters, Special Counsel in Wotton Kearney’s General Liability and Government practice, to hear how she’s trailblazing WK’s growth in Tasmania. Demi advises on General Liability matters – including public liability, catastrophic injuries, fatal accidents, workers compensation recovery, CTP claims and coronial inquests, and works with government and statutory entities […]

By : Joshua Weiler Oct 21, 2025 Comments Off

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Wotton Kearney strengthens Professional & Financial Risks team with appointment of senior insurance law expert

Wotton Kearney continues to expand its Professional & Financial Risks offering with the appointment of Craig Terrill as Partner in our Melbourne office. Craig is a leading insurance law specialist with a career spanning Australia and the UK, including senior roles at DLA Piper and Squire & Co London. He brings deep expertise across professional […]

By : Joshua Weiler Oct 15, 2025 Comments Off

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Wotton Kearney Bangkok is on the move!

Following our expansion into Thailand in May this year, WK’s Bangkok team is now relocating to a larger, more modern space. From this week you’ll find us at: 990 Abdulrahim Place, Unit 1710, 17th Floor Rama 4 Road Silom Sub-district, Bang Rak District Bangkok 10500 Our contact details will remain the same: +66 2 460 […]

By : Joshua Weiler Oct 14, 2025 Comments Off

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Get to know Kirsty Easdale, Special Counsel in the Government team

We recently caught up with Kirsty Easdale, Special Counsel in Wotton Kearney’s growing Government practice, to learn more about her story and what drives her work. Kirsty recently joined our Canberra office from MinterEllison, bringing over ten years’ experience advising Commonwealth agencies on employment, industrial relations, discrimination, and workplace health and safety matters. Kirsty’s appointment […]

By : Joshua Weiler Oct 2, 2025 Comments Off

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Wotton Kearney Canberra is on the move!

To better support the growth in our team and the way we work, our Canberra office is relocating to a modern, more expansive and flexible space. From Tuesday, 30 September 2025, you’ll find us at: Level 6, 121 Marcus Clarke Street Canberra, ACT 2601 Our contact details will remain the same: T: +61 2 5114 […]

By : Joshua Weiler Sep 30, 2025 Comments Off

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Get to know John McPherson, Special Counsel in the Government team

We recently caught up with John McPherson, Special Counsel in our Canberra office, to learn more about his story and what drives his work. John recently joined our Government team, bringing over 15 years’ experience advising a broad range of Commonwealth agencies and commercial clients, including holding senior roles at Clayton Utz and MinterEllison. His […]

By : Joshua Weiler Sep 3, 2025 Comments Off

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Wotton Kearney selected as a 5-Star Employer of Choice for 2025

Wotton Kearney has been named a 5-Star Employer of Choice 2025 by Australasian Lawyer and NZ Lawyer, an award that celebrates law firms leading the way in creating positive, people-focused workplaces. This acknowledgment reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a purposeful and distinctive work experience. Our market leadership as an employer, built through years of […]

By : Joshua Weiler Sep 2, 2025 Comments Off

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Get to know Richard Arrage, WK’s new Marine and Transport Partner

In our latest Q&A, we sat down with Richard Arrage, Partner in Wotton Kearney’s Sydney office, to hear his story. We recently welcomed Richard to Wotton Kearney as a Partner in our Marine and Transport practice. With over 15 years of experience, Richard is a recognised specialist in maritime, transport, and logistics matters. He brings […]

By : Joshua Weiler Aug 20, 2025 Comments Off

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Wotton Kearney appoints Tony O’Malley as new Chair and Non-Executive Director

Wotton Kearney is pleased to announce the appointment of Tony O’Malley as its new Board Chair, effective 1 July 2025. Tony brings more than 25 years of senior leadership experience, a deep understanding of the legal industry and a passion for building high-performance businesses across national boundaries. Tony has previously served as the Managing Partner […]

By : Joshua Weiler Aug 7, 2025 Comments Off

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Wotton Kearney expands Canberra team further with addition of senior government employment law expert

Wotton Kearney continues to build momentum in its government team with the appointment of Special Counsel, Kirsty Easdale, a seasoned employment and industrial relations expert with more than a decade of experience advising Commonwealth government agencies. Kirsty joins the firm from MinterEllison, bringing significant expertise in complex employment law, industrial relations strategy, discrimination, and work […]

By : Joshua Weiler Aug 7, 2025 Comments Off

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