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International law firm Wotton + Kearney has moved to bolster its health law practice with the appointment of a new partner.
Edward Smith (pictured) has joined Wotton + Kearney, having come across from fellow BigLaw firm Lander & Rogers.
He has a particular interest in cyber and privacy issues in the government health sector and a broad pro bono practice in mental health and refugee advocacy, the firm went on.
The news follows a year of significant growth for W+K.
In January, it poached a team of six from fellow BigLaw firm Corrs Chambers Westgarth, then added a team from MinterEllison later that month. In March, it nabbed a partner from King & Wood Mallesons to create a “dual expertise” offering for the defence of class action proceedings, and in June, it promoted 34 lawyers to more senior roles, including four to its partnership.
Speaking about the appointment, W+K head of health Chris Spain said: “I’m thrilled to welcome Edward to our team.
“His experience is perfectly aligned with our growing health practice, and he has a very strong reputation in the market.”
Mr Smith added: “It’s a privilege to join a team of such respected health law practitioners.
“Wotton + Kearney has built an impressive practice in this area, and it’s exciting to be a part of that.”
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Jerome Doraisamy is the managing editor of Lawyers Weekly and HR Leader. He is also the author of The Wellness Doctrines book series, an admitted solicitor in New South Wales, and a board director of the Minds Count Foundation.
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