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 […]

Wotton Kearney accelerates Asia Pacific expansion with new Thailand office

International law firm Wotton Kearney continues its expansion with the upcoming launch of its Thailand office, opening Wednesday 28 May 2025. This strategic move accelerates the firm’s regional and global growth and follows its successful expansion into Singapore in 2024, further strengthening its presence in key Asian markets and reinforcing its position as Asia Pacific’s […]

Get to know Clare McNamara, partner in the Government team

We recently caught up with Clare McNamara, partner in Wotton Kearney’s growing Government practice, to learn more about her journey and what drives her work.  Clare joins us from Clayton Utz with more than 25 years’ experience advising Commonwealth agencies, with her appointment marking a key step in the continued expansion of our Government practice.  […]

2025 WKLMA FinPro Travelling Scholarship: Applications Open

Applications for the WKLMA FinPro Travelling Scholarship for 2025 are now open! In partnership with the Lloyd’s Market Association (LMA), this annual scholarship awards £5,000 to support one rising star in claims to attend the 2025 Australasian Professional Indemnity Group (APIG) National Conference and Gala Dinner in Sydney, Australia this September. The winner will also […]

Wotton Kearney Brisbane is on the move!

As both our team and the way we work continues to evolve, so too does the space we need to support both. From Monday, 28 April 2025, our Brisbane team will be based at: Level 21, Riparian Plaza 71 Eagle Street Brisbane, QLD 4000 Our contact details will remain the same: T: +61 7 3236 8700 […]

4 Wotton Kearney lawyers recognised as Future Legal Leaders for 2025

Wotton Kearney congratulates four of our outstanding young stars who have been named as 2025 Future Legal Leaders (formerly Rising Stars) by Australasian Lawyer and NZ Lawyer. Selected based on their achievements, passion for the legal industry, and endorsements from senior professionals, this recognition is a testament to their outstanding work and the value they […]