Wotton Kearney boosts marine and transport expertise with addition of Sydney Partner

Wotton Kearney is set to take another strategic step forward with the upcoming appointment of Richard Arrage as Partner in its Sydney office. Richard will bring extensive expertise across maritime, transport, and logistics, and further strengthen the firm’s Marine and Transport practice across the Asia-Pacific region. Richard’s appointment reflects the continued growth and strategic importance […]

Wotton Kearney promotes 43 lawyers, including 3 new Partners across Asia Pacific

Wotton Kearney has announced the promotion of 43 outstanding lawyers across the firm, effective 1 July 2025. This includes the elevation of 3 new Partners, 16 Special Counsel, 10 Senior Associates and 14 Associates, representing the firm’s offices across the Asia Pacific. These promotions reflect the depth and breadth of our talent in insurance law […]

A new chapter of leadership for our Property, Energy and Infrastructure team

Wotton Kearney is pleased to share some important news about the leadership of our Property, Energy and Infrastructure team, effective 1 July 2025.  After eight years of leading the team, Adam Chylek will be stepping into a new strategic role within the firm. Under Adam’s guidance, the team has grown significantly, expanded into emerging markets, […]

2024/25 WK Turning Point Competition: Winner Announced

Congratulations to Derek Martin, Head of APA Claims at Munich Re on winning the WK Turning Point Competition for 2024/25! The 2024/25 competition challenged the insurance industry’s most creative and progressive thinkers to develop a white paper through the lens of an insurance ‘turning point’ market issue in the Property, Energy & Infrastructure sector. Derek impressed the […]

Get to know Ian Johnston, Wotton Kearney’s new partner in Bangkok

In our latest Q&A, we sat down with Ian Johnston, partner in the Wotton Kearney Bangkok office, to hear his story.  We recently welcomed Ian and his team of three to Wotton Kearney’s newly opened Bangkok office. Joining us from Clyde & Co, Ian is a recognised insurance and international arbitration specialist with extensive experience […]

2025 Wotton Kearney APIG Scholarship: Applications Open

Applications for the Wotton Kearney APIG Scholarship for 2025 are now open! In partnership with the Australasian Professional Indemnity Group (APIG), this annual scholarship awards AUD$9,500 funding towards attending an international conference of their choice related to professional indemnity insurance or their specialist product area (for example, cyber or environmental insurance). For ten years, the […]

2025 WKLMA FinPro Travelling Scholarship: Winner Announced

Congratulations to Ellie Howell at SCOR Business Solutions on being awarded the WKLMA FinPro Travelling Scholarship for 2025! This year’s applicants were asked to address a major issue facing their area of insurance and propose a potential solution. Ellie impressed the judging panel with her video submission on risk management around AI, how it impacts […]

Get to know Louise Shannon, Wotton Kearney’s Head of Diversity & Inclusion

We recently caught up with Louise Shannon, Head of Diversity & Inclusion at Wotton Kearney, to hear her story and talk all things Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI). In the below Q&A, Louise shares insights into her career journey, current work and vision for DEI at Wotton Kearney, the opportunities for businesses to lead on […]

Wotton Kearney named “Law Firm of the Year” for Insurance Law in Best Law Firms – Australia for second year running

Wotton Kearney has once again been named “Law Firm of the Year” for Insurance law in the Best Law Firms – Australia rankings – marking the second consecutive year the firm has received this top honour. This recognition reflects Wotton Kearney’s continued leadership in the Insurance law sector, as well as the strength of our […]

Wotton Kearney opens new office in Bangkok, expanding Asia Pacific presence

International law firm Wotton Kearney has officially opened its new office in Bangkok, Thailand, marking its 2nd office in Asia and 11th globally. The expansion builds on the firm’s successful launch in Singapore in 2024 and further strengthens its footprint across the Asia Pacific region.  The firm welcomes Ian Johnston as Partner who will lead […]