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McCullough Robertson adds HSF special counsel as new partner
East coast-based firm McCullough Robertson has continued to grow its partnership ranks, adding the former Queensland head of environment from Herbert Smith Freehills as its newest partner.
Jerome Doraisamy
Madeline Simpson (pictured) has joined McR, coming across global firm Herbert Smith Freehills, where she served for nearly 23 years, including as the head of its Queensland environment team.
Her practice, McR said in a statement, covers environmental approvals pathways, impact assessment, biodiversity and carbon offsets, environmental compliance, enforcement and incident response, approval of carbon projects, climate change risk, and advising on environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters.
The news follows the firm’s addition of a senior associate from Ashurst as a new partner back in October and the promotion of 17 lawyers, including two to partner, in June 2023.
Speaking about the hire, McR joint managing partner Damien Clarke said: “Madeline’s appointment is extremely exciting for our resources and renewables clients, especially those navigating complex approval processes and environmental obligations.
“Since 1926, we have prided ourselves on being approachable experts who relate to and support our clients and our people – always.
“I know Madeline is a great fit for McR’s culture and our clients with her pragmatic approach, energy and proven dedication to exceptional client service.”
The firm’s chair of partners, Kristan Conlon, added: “I am delighted to welcome Madeline to the partnership.
“Not only does this appointment advance our commitment to women in leadership, but I know our people will benefit from Madeline’s focus on mentorship and empowerment. I look forward to collaborating with her.”
Jerome Doraisamy
Jerome Doraisamy is the editor of Lawyers Weekly. A former lawyer, he has worked at Momentum Media as a journalist on Lawyers Weekly since February 2018, and has served as editor since March 2022. He is also the host of all five shows under The Lawyers Weekly Podcast Network, and has overseen the brand's audio medium growth from 4,000 downloads per month to over 60,000 downloads per month, making The Lawyers Weekly Show the most popular industry-specific podcast in Australia. Jerome is also the author of The Wellness Doctrines book series, an admitted solicitor in NSW, and a board director of Minds Count.
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