Allens has today announced the appointment of 16 new partners, effective 1 July 2026.
The new partners span a number of locations and practices, covering transactions, disputes, regulation and technology‑enabled legal services, reflecting Allens' strong commitment to supporting clients as legal, regulatory and commercial challenges continue to evolve.
'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. Each of them embodies the values, standards and client focus that define Allens at its best,' said Chair Chelsey Drake.
'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,' said incoming Managing Partner Marc Kemp.
The new partners include:
- Alexander Ninkov, M&A and Capital Markets, Perth
- Andrew Wilcock, Disputes and Investigations, Melbourne
- Anfeng He, Tax, Melbourne
- Darcy Doyle, Real Estate and Development, Perth
- David Mierendorff, Competition, Consumer and Regulatory, Melbourne
- Elise Blume, M&A and Capital Markets, Sydney
- George Salter, Projects, Perth
- Harry Beardall, M&A and Capital Markets, Sydney
- Joe Payten, Disputes and Investigations, Sydney
- Joseph O’Shea, Disputes and Investigations, Brisbane
- Kimberley Lowrie, M&A and Capital Markets, Sydney
- Lauren John, Intellectual Property, Melbourne
- Lisa Kozaris, Innovation and Digital Solutions, Melbourne
- Molly Snaith, Competition, Consumer and Regulatory, Sydney
- Rebecca Sheehy, Funds, Super and Financial Services, Sydney
- William Coote, Technology, Media and Telecommunications, Sydney
