Handicott has more than two decades of experience in mergers and acquisitions and was a member of the Takeovers Panel for nine years.

Handicott succeeds Corrs partner John Kelly, who stood down from the position and continues his full-time practice as a senior partner with the firm.

There are currently three women on the Corrs board and this is the first time the chair is a woman.

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The Corrs board has eight board members, including two external appointments.

Handicott's appointment will last for four years.