DLA Piper hires finance and projects partner

DLA Piper has recruited a new partner, who takes to the firm’s Brisbane-based finance and projects practice.

user iconEmma Musgrave 23 April 2019 Big Law
Tom Fotheringham
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Effective today, Tom Fotheringham joins DLA Piper as a partner, following his departure from King & Wood Mallesons

According to a statement from DLA, Mr Fotheringham’s experience spans project development – in particular, on oil and gas, energy, resources and infrastructure projects – acquisition and divestments, joint ventures and commodity sales.

His clients include leading oil and gas companies, global mining groups, power producers and transport operators, the firm noted. 

“Tom is a skilled projects lawyer and his appointment bolsters our energy and resources practice in the Asia-Pacific region, particularly in the oil and gas sector,” said head of finance and projects in Australia, Onno Bakker.

Co-managing partner in Australia, Jim Holding, added: “We are delighted to welcome Tom to DLA Piper”.

“He joins a global team of experienced projects, energy and infrastructure lawyers with clients ranging from the world’s largest oil and gas companies to investment banks active in energy and commodities trading,” he said. 

 

Emma Musgrave

Emma Musgrave

Emma Musgrave (née Ryan) is the managing editor, professional services at Momentum Media.

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