Oops we meant to say merger !
Here’s the latest info c/- Lawyers Weekly Australia
The majority of partners at Norton Rose Fulbright and Henry Davis York have given their blessing to go ahead on a proposed merger that has been in the works for at least six months.
In a joint statement today, the two firms have confirmed that they will embark on the proposed merger in an effort to create one of the nation’s most compelling and dynamic law firms, with a particular focus on key industry sectors such as financial services, government and infrastructure.
The joint statement also said that a core focus will be assisting corporate and government clients.
The merger will see the firms have a total of 160 partners in Australia, with offices in Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney.
Discussions of a proposed merger have been in the works for quite some time, with the firms announcing that a decision would be made as to whether or not it goes ahead earlier this month.
According to the joint statement, the proposal was approved by an “overwhelming majority” of partners in both firms.
The statement noted that the next step will see the respective firms now work towards a formal combination launch date later this calendar year. Upon that launch, the combined firm will be known as Norton Rose Fulbright, it said.
Norton Rose Fulbright global chief executive Peter Martyr said the combination will create opportunities for staff to collaborate on local, regional and global work.
Full article from LW at https://www.lawyersweekly.com.au/biglaw/21290-merger-deal-sealed-between-global-and-mid-tier#!/ccomment-comment=8593
