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Meritas Earns Elite Global Legal Network Recognition from Chambers and Partners
Meritas has been named an Elite Global Legal Network by Chambers, a recognition based on independent, in‑depth research across more than 200 jurisdictions worldwide. Chambers is widely regarded as the leading authority on the legal profession, assessing law firms and networks on the qualities clients value most, including technical expertise, client…
We welcomed trainee lawyer from Germany through Meritas network
Earlier this year we welcomed trainee lawyer Charlotte Schnitzenbaumer from Munich-based law firm GvW Graf von Westphalen for a three‑month international placement. The initiative underscores our commitment to global collaboration, talent development and the practical value of its long‑standing membership in the Meritas global alliance of independent law firms.Charlotte, who is completing…
Sona Pancholy, President of Meritas presents to Swaab
We are thrilled to be hosting the 2024 Meritas ANZ Regional Meeting! Sona Pancholy, President of Meritas, delivered an engaging presentation to the Swaab team, highlighting the services and programs that empower member firms like ours to compete, grow, and excel in client service. Sona also shared an insightful update…
Press Release | Swaab Earns Recertification in Meritas, the Premier Global Network of Independent Law Firms
Sydney, NSW (11 July 2024) – Swaab, a Sydney-based law firm, today announced that it has been awarded recertification in Meritas, the premier global alliance of independent business law firms. Swaab joined Meritas in 2009 and, as a condition of its membership, is required to successfully complete recertification every three years based…
Meritas Announces Emerging Leaders Advisory Board That Welcomes New Leadership & Two New Members
David Reid of Brazeau Seller Law (Ottawa, Ontario, Canada) has begun his term as the new Chair of Meritas’ Emerging Leaders Advisory Board (ELAB), replacing outgoing Chair Sheldon Stokes of Johnston, Allison & Hord, P.A. (Charlotte, North Carolina, USA). The ELAB also has a new Chair-Elect, Charlotte Whitworth of Howard Kennedy (London…
Meritas Announces New Board of Directors Class Elected at Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois, USA
The new directors are: Drew Dillworth of Stearns Weaver Miller in Miami, Florida, USAEsther Domínguez of Marimón Abogados in Barcelona, SpainAmanda Esch of Davis & Canon in Cheyenne, Wyoming, USAMatthew Evans of Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert in Honolulu, Hawaii, USAAndrew Lambros of Bennett & Philp Lawyers in Brisbane, AustraliaDavid Reid of Brazeau Seller Law in Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaPhilip…
Marc Baddams and Catherine Li’s article ‘Directors’ access to company books: Navigating Statutory and common law requirements in Australia’ has been published by the Governance Institute of Australia
Marc Baddams and Catherine Li’s article ‘Directors’ access to company books: Navigating Statutory and common law requirements in Australia’ has been published by the Governance Institute of Australia. Key elements of the article include: To manage a company and discharge their duties, directors need access to company information.Directors have statutory rights and common…
2023 Meritas‘Elite’ Law Firm Network
Chambers’ in-depth research teams assess lawyers and law firms across more than 200 jurisdictions around the world, providing independent and impartial intelligence and market insight. Its research methodology is unrivaled in accuracy, depth, and quality, delivering indispensable data insights based on rankings that truly reflect ability and talent. “This annual recognition…
2023 Swaab’s Annual Insolvency, Financier & Commercial Drinks
Each year Swaab’s Insolvency, Financier and Commercial team hosts an industry wide networking function. The event sees insolvency practitioners, accountants, commercial lenders, business advisors, asset valuers and barristers come together to enjoy an evening of networking with like-minded peers, industry colleagues and to make valuable connections. All while enjoying Swaab’s…
Press Release | Two New Solicitor Appointments for Swaab
Pooja Kapur — Solicitor, who joins Michael Byrnes and the Employment, Workplace Relations and WHS team and William Clement — Solicitor, who joins Marc Baddams and the Litigation team. They join Swaab at a time when both practice groups are under going high levels of growth and client demand. …