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Emma Musgrave
A national firm has revealed plans to enter a merger agreement with a Perth-based boutique by the end of this year.
A national firm has revealed plans to enter a merger agreement with a Perth-based boutique by the end of this year.
Sparke Helmore Lawyers says it could enter a merger agreement with Jarman McKenna, having signed a term sheet to secure three months of exclusivity while they enter formal merger discussions.
Sparke Helmore chairman of partners Mark Hickey said the potential merger with the firm is part of Sparke’s renewed growth strategy.
“As part of our renewed growth strategy we are constantly looking for opportunities to improve the service we provide to our clients,” Mr Hickey said.
“Joining forces with Jarman McKenna’s strong team of insurance litigators will bring in new expertise, which will be hugely beneficial for our clients.
“Merging our firms would enable us to enhance the services we provide in Western Australia, as well as increase our national insurance capability.”
Meanwhile, Piet Jarman, Jarman McKenna founding partner, said the potential merger comes at a good time given the insurance litigation market in Perth and across Australia becoming increasingly competitive.
"Sparke Helmore is an established and reputable firm that shares our values and ambitions, so it makes sense to explore this opportunity, which would expand the offering we provide and greatly benefit our clients," he said.
Discussions and due diligence surrounding the potential merger are expected to continue through to November.
Emma Musgrave
Emma Musgrave (née Ryan) is the managing editor, professional services at Momentum Media.
Emma has worked for Momentum Media since 2015, including five years spent as the editor of the company's legal brand - Lawyers Weekly. Throughout her time at Momentum, she has been responsible for breaking some of the biggest stories in corporate Australia. In addition, she has produced exclusive multimedia and event content related to the company's respective brands and audiences.
Prior to joining Momentum Media, Emma worked in breakfast radio, delivering news to the Central West region of NSW, before taking on a radio journalist role at Southern Cross Austereo, based in Townsville, North Queensland.
She holds a Bachelor of Communications (Journalism) degree from Charles Sturt University.
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