Having joined the firm in 2006, Martin will hold the position of chairman until the end of June 2013, replacing long-serving board member and retiring chair Steve Tarca.

A property, development law, major project and infrastructure specialist, Martin has acted in major projects including the $1.5 billion redevelopment of the harbour at Port Adelaide on behalf of Newport Quays and Mirvac's multi-million dollar developments in the Hindmarsh Valley.

The three remaining board positions are held by partners Mark Wood, Michael Barrett and Jeremy Schultz. Wood is a civil litigation specialist, while Barrett is a specialist in banking, finance and securities enforcement.

Schultz is a former member of the Takeovers Panel.