KWM’s China divorce finally takes effect next week. The newly independent Mallesons could take Australian law by storm, or could find itself playing catch-up.
King & Wood and Mallesons chairman David Friedlander (left) and KWM Australia chief executive partner Renae Lattey (right), who led the termination of the 14-year partnership, with former global chief executive Sue Kench (middle). Bethany Rae
The new umbrellas were meant to arrive next Monday. Big and sturdy, with leather handles, durable stitching and a wide canopy bearing just one name: Mallesons.
Lawyers and staff across Australia have been full of anticipation. Through its storied history, the firm once called Mallesons Stephen Jacques and latterly King & Wood Mallesons has always known how to do rain protection.
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