Ashurst

Ashurst is a leading international law firm established in the United Kingdom with operations in Asia, Australia, Middle East, and the United States.

Although established in 1822, the firm did not officially set up shop in Australia until 2012 when it combined practice with Melbourne-based firm Blake Dawson (est. 1841) which then rebranded to Ashurst Australia.

Ashurst Australia currently has 5 offices located in Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney, and Perth where 152 partners continue to provide their technical and legal expertise.

  • Company size:

    1,000 - 5,000 employees
  • Business Address:

    Broadwalk House 5 Appold Street London EC2A 2AG United Kingdom
  • E-mail Address:

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