The ex-Allens power duo Nicky and Tim Lester who have spent the past two and a half years growing the Australian footprint of global law firm Hogan Lovells will step down from their co-managing partner roles to return to the tools.
Former DLA Piper restructuring lawyer Scott Harris will take over the local managing partner role covering the firm’s Sydney and Perth offices, from January 1.
Mr Harris rejoined Hogan Lovells in August last year, having previously worked for the firm in London.
“I am very excited about the opportunity to help with the further growth of our presence in the market and build on all that we have achieved to date,” said Harris in a press release.
“Our practice in Australia is strong and has grown t…
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