Allens promotes 16 to partner Down Under

The global law firm’s new partners span a diverse range of practice areas, including M&A, tax, real estate, capital markets, disputes and investigations, intellectual property, and technology, media and telecommunications.

Chelsey Drake, chair at Allens, said the firm is proud to recognise this group of exceptional lawyers, noting that their appointments reflect the significant contributions each has made to both clients and the broader firm.

“We’re so pleased to recognise this group of exceptional people and the meaningful contributions they have made to their clients, their teams and the firm,” Drake said.

“Each of them embodies the values, standards and client focus that define Allens at its best.”

Incoming managing partner Marc Kemp, who will also assume his role on 1 July 2026, said the new cohort of partners reflects the depth of talent within the firm, expressing their strong alignment with Allens’ strategic priorities.

“This group reflects the depth of the firm’s talent. Our newest partners exemplify the capability, expertise and solutions-focused approach that are so important to our clients,” Kemp said.

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In Perth, the new partners are Alexander Ninkov (M&A and capital markets), Darcy Doyle (real estate and development), and George Salter (projects).

In Melbourne, the appointments include Andrew Wilcock (disputes and investigations), Anfeng He (tax), David Mierendorff (competition, consumer and regulatory), Lauren John (intellectual property and patent and trademarks), and Lisa Kozaris (integrated legal solutions).

Sydney saw eight promotions: Elise Blume, Harry Beardall and Kimberley Lowrie (all M&A and capital markets), Joe Payten (disputes and investigations), Molly Snaith (competition, consumer and regulatory), Rebecca Sheehy (funds, super and financial services), and William Coote (technology, media and telecommunications).

In Brisbane, Joseph O’Shea has been elevated to partner in the disputes and investigations team.