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ACT Law Society welcomes new CEO

The president and council of the ACT Law Society have warmly welcomed its new chief executive officer.

June 17, 2020 By Naomi Neilson
Canberra
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Simone Carton is now at the helm of the ACT Law Society as its newest CEO. She has over 20 years’ experience across various sectors and a diverse legal history.

 
 

“Simone has come to us with over 20 years’ experience as a CEO, in-house counsel, and governance professional,” said Law Society president Chris Donohue.

“She has worked in a variety of sectors, including health and in advertising regulations, banking, aviation and the arts. Her legal background will serve her well in this role.”

Ms Carton has worked in a diverse range of legal, governance and operational roles across the corporate, government and not-for-profit sectors.

Prior to joining the Law Society, Ms Carton was CEO of Australian and New Zealand Society of Palliative Medicine. Before that, she was an in-house counsel and company secretary for the Advertising Standards Bureau.

Naomi Neilson

Naomi Neilson is a senior journalist with a focus on court reporting for Lawyers Weekly. 

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