In a move to strengthen its growing government practice, Wotton Kearney has today welcomed Clare McNamara as a partner in the firm’s Canberra office. Joining from Clayton Utz, Clare brings more than 25 years of experience advising Commonwealth agencies such as the Departments of Defence, Health and Ageing, Infrastructure, and Treasury. Her diverse expertise in […]

Wotton Kearney has received seven practice rankings and 12 individual lawyer rankings across Australia and New Zealand in the Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2025 guide. This result includes a Tier 4 ranking for Dispute Resolution: Class Actions and recognition as a Firm to Watch for Transport: Aviation following the launch of its aviation practice last […]

Wotton Kearney has announced the promotion of 31 outstanding lawyers across the firm, effective 1 January 2025. This includes the elevation of two new partners, four special counsel, 12 senior associates and 13 associates, representing the firm’s offices across Auckland, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney and Wellington. The promotions highlight the firm’s depth and breadth […]

Wotton Kearney has been recognised for the 13th year running as a Band 1 Insurance law firm in Australia and New Zealand in the Chambers Asia-Pacific Guide 2025. This year, Wotton Kearney was the only firm in Australia to receive a Band 1 ranking for Insurance Defence, a testament to the firm’s unrivalled talent and […]

At Wotton Kearney, our dedication to pro bono, community contribution, and responsible business practices reflects our commitment to building a fairer, more inclusive and sustainable society. Our 2024 Community Footprint Impact Report captures our efforts across Pro Bono, Community and Responsible Business. This year saw remarkable growth particularly in our pro bono program, with contributions […]

Wotton Kearney is excited to be named as a Law Firm of the Year in Australasian Lawyer and NZ Lawyer for 2024. The recognition profiles leading law firms that have demonstrated outstanding commitment across key areas including strategic recruitment, diversity, employee retention, and client growth. David Kearney, Chief Executive Partner shared “This recognition is a […]

Wotton Kearney has this week proudly launched its new brand identity, which aligns with its modern identity as Asia Pacific’s insurance and risk legal business and its future global aspirations. Wotton Kearney has always differentiated itself by its deep expertise in insurance law, however as its clients’ needs have changed, so too has the firm. […]