Asia’s top-tier International Law Firm King & Wood Mallesons (KWM) is investing in its vision for connecting Western Australia to Asia, announcing the appointment of four leading practitioners to the Partnership – Lorenzo Pacitti, Peter Vaughan, Antonella Pacitti and Roger Davies.
Lorenzo and Peter are recognised as top practitioners in the energy and resources sector, with decades of experience and were former Global co-heads of Mining and Oil & Gas, respectively. Their appointments late last year further strengthened the already market-leading KWM resources sector team, and their deep experience across the Asia-Pacific Region adds an additional dimension of capability and connectivity across KWM’s top-tier footprint in the region.
This depth will be perfectly complemented with the addition of corporate dealmakers Antonella Pacitti, and the tremendously experienced Roger Davies. Both Roger and Antonella are recognised leaders in corporate Mergers & Acquisitions and Equity Capital Markets transactions, built on an enviable deal track record of working together to deliver for clients.
Commenting on the appointments, KWM Chief Executive Partner, Australia, Renae Lattey said:
"I am delighted to welcome these exceptional partners to KWM. Their breadth of expertise in critical and emerging areas complements and strengthens our existing offering in Australia and regionally. Investing in their potential also signals the bright future we see for our successful energy and resources practice and our Perth office, both vital parts of the KWM network.”
Further commenting, KWM Perth Partner in charge Nigel Hunt said:
"This is a pivotal time in both M&A and energy and resources for many reasons. By welcoming these talents, we’re saying to the market that we recognise the huge potential for expanding our clients’ horizons, and we have the capability and depth to deliver for them."
Antonella Pacitti commences in April 2022. Roger Davies will take up his appointment at a later date.
