Many of these companies are looking to Asian growth markets including Singapore, which is also quickly gaining a reputation as a fintech hub for Australian start up technology companies. Kimmitt said that while MinterEllison will always remain a law firm at its core, the firm is also proud of its work in reshaping what a law firm is and what it can be. We also advised H.E.S.T Australia Ltd as trustee for the Health Employees Superannuation Trust Australia (HESTA) on its investment in the holding company of global software and services group, Citadel Group, and we acted for Japanese trading giant ITOCHU Corporation in relation to its partnership with Australian cleantech developer Mineral Carbonation International (MCi). [26] In 2021, the firm was subject to negative publicity following the resignation of CEO Annette Kimmitt. This strategy is bringing us closer to our clients, and to our ambition of being our clients' best partner," added Mr Harrington. What do they say? MinterEllison is one of the Asia Pacific's leading law firms. It was a year of unexpected challenges for our clients. At the beginning of the financial year, we announced 68 senior appointments including 18 new Partners, 8 Special Counsel and 42 Senior Associates. The industry is a key contributor to the Australian economy and export values (excluding renewables) have increased to approximately $350 billion in 2020-2021. MinterEllison grows revenue by 11.6% to $627m 2 mins 30.10.2019 MinterEllison's Annual Report for the 2018 - 2019 financial year, released to the market today, shows continued outstanding results. MinterEllison said it earned $627m of revenue globally in 2019, an 11% increase on FY2018. At MinterEllison, we had the privilege of sitting in the front seat right next to our clients witnessing and assisting with the extraordinary work our clients have been leading during the pandemic. In the past financial year, the firm provided $11.4m in pro bono support. Our multi-disciplinary health team supported clients across hospitals, aged care, health and government departments with advice including a 24/7 hotline for Covid assistance, rapid technology implementation and managing investigations and inquiries as they lead the community to a place of confidence and safety. I am most particularly proud of our PRIME Committee, established last year to support the LGBTI community. Welcome to our 2017 Annual Report. Much about the way we live and work will be transformed as our cities and urban centres reshape their purpose with a keen focus on liveability, sustainability, resilience and affordability., Carla Deluca, Real Estate Industry Sector Lead. There is very much a future focus in financial services, from looking at challenges facing credit and personal loans with the growing Buy Now Pay Later market, to managing the impact of superannuation outgrowing the Australian economy and the globalisation of asset managers. Over the years, MinterEllison has gone from strength-to-strength by embracing the opportunities that have come our way, building a firm which has today become Australia's largest by market share. We put the client at the center of everything we do and partner with them to deliver truly innovative solutions. Help using this website - Accessibility statement, Annette Kimmitts gobsmacking email of March 3, but it slashed about 25 partners and increased revenue to make it a lot more profitable. The renewables sub-sector is growing quickly, increasing its share of Australia's power mix and set to exceed 35% of total generation by 2031. At 260 partners, thats a lot of people putting their hand out for a slice of the pie. Gain access to some of the most knowledgeable and experienced attorneys with our 2 bundle options! Explore our locations and connect with us. The firm revealed in its annual report that its revenue for the 2019 financial year grew 11.6% from the previous year to $627m. In 2015, MinterEllison moved into new premises at the Governor Macquarie Tower in Sydney and Collins Arch in Melbourne. We are no longer tied in the same way to our CBDs and industrial heartlands, and governments therefore, are focusing on improving regional infrastructure to meet increased demand. The problem was those who were not on 100 points didnt get an invitation to that party. "FY19 was a year of growth, momentum and impact for MinterEllison with our revenue reaching $627 million globally, up 11.6% on FY18," said Annette Kimmitt, MinterEllison CEO and Managing Partner. Minter Ellison Rudd Watts headquarters are located in 88 Shortland St, Auckland, 1140, New Zealand . It employs 11-20 people and has $1M-$5M of revenue. MinterEllison has thrived in a business environment which continues to be characterised by rapid change and disruption. Dynamically explore and compare data on law firms, companies, individual lawyers, and industry trends. eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJuYW1laWQiOiI5YTc1MGEyYy0xMWI0LTQwZTUtYmYxNi1kMGU1MGRmZTFmZjIiLCJyb2xlIjoiQXBpVXNlciIsIm5iZiI6MTY4MjkyMjI1MiwiZXhwIjoxNjgyOTIzNDUyLCJpYXQiOjE2ODI5MjIyNTIsImlzcyI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lm1pbnRlcmVsbGlzb24uY29tL2FubnVhbC1yZXBvcnQtMjAxNyIsImF1ZCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lm1pbnRlcmVsbGlzb24uY29tL2FubnVhbC1yZXBvcnQtMjAxNyJ9.KAN0TzrjqFRm-Vdnp3e3P-UCoYjjHCTND9xs94Ey44E, https://www.minterellison.com/annual-report-2017. We analyse developments from various practice areas, with our partners providing key insights to help you prepare for these shifts. MinterEllison technology consulting developed the strategy that enabled the Department of Defence to sign a new 5 year $1 billion contract with Telstra to continue the delivery of critical network and telecommunications services. Our Infrastructure & Construction teams have also had a stellar year, as has our new Consulting line of business, which is growing from strength to strength," said Chief Executive Tony Harrington. Neota Logic is being used to develop a suite of apps addressing issues faced by our clients; we're simplifying the way we approach complex interrelated suites of documents used by our banking & finance team through automated contract generation; as part of our focus on machine learning, we're using AI to reduce the time it takes to review contracts on M&A deals; and. In her interview with The Australian Financial Review this week, Minters acting CEO, Virginia Briggs, did not want to talk about the extra 30 points. We commit to meeting clients needs in a timely and responsive manner, that our advice is commercial, tailored and fit-for-purpose, and that we work to our clients operating rhythm and overall commercial objectives. Dedicated and expert resources with local experience and established networks. Interested in reading our previous Annual Reports. It is one of the top ten firms in the country by revenue, and the seventh largest firm in Australia by headcount. We have had a record year in all lines of business across our firm. By building strong and enduring relationships, we supported our clients through the uncertainty of a global pandemic and found solutions to their most complex problems. MinterEllison's 2020 Annual Report provides a snapshot of the ways in which our Firm came together to support our clients, our communities and each other through this extraordinary time. We're about creating lasting impacts for our clients, our people and our communities. To do this we are redefining the boundaries of what it means to be a law firm. [18] The firm exceeds its panel requirements for pro bono work. I am confident that our CEO Annette Kimmitt and the leadership team, with the continued commitment of partners, now have the structures and capabilities in place to deliver on our strategy and continue our success. ", Jeremy Blackshaw,International Managing Partner. The real estate industry is Australias largest employer and contributes 13% to Australian GDP. Our work has been recognised by a number of awards this year which we are proud of, such as the Business Excellence Award for Professional Services at the AustCham Westpac Australia-China Business Awards 2017, and the Financial Times Asia-Pacific Innovative Lawyers 2017, where we were winners in a number of categories. MinterEllisons infrastructure team has a multi-disciplinary approach to supporting the industry and during the past 12 months we have worked closely with clients who have adapted their businesses and seized opportunities that have emerged through COVID-19. I was honoured to be elected Chairman of Partners on 1 July 2019. It's also a dynamic and constantly evolving industry that adapts rapidly to changing trading conditions. The financial impact of COVID-19 on our education clients continues. MinterEllison's contribution to the Community is core to the values we share across the Firm. Law.com Compass delivers you the full scope of information, from the rankings of the Am Law 200 and NLJ 500 to intricate details and comparisons of firms financials, staffing, clients, news and events. David O'Brien Our impact in the community sits right at the heart of who we are as a firm. MinterEllison also recently launched a new environmental, social, and governance offering. "Annual Report 2021". Were working closely with our education clients and key stakeholders to overcome these challenges as Australia plans to rebuild this critical part of our education sector. Email Michael at michael.pelly@afr.com. 67% of employees would recommend working at MinterEllison to a friend and 60% have a positive outlook for the business. EDUCATION | ENERGY & RESOURCES | HEALTH | FINANCIAL SERVICES | INFRASTRUCTURE | REAL ESTATE | GOVERNMENT. We have also continued the development of our Artificial Intelligence tools, with applications that will help our clients with their business strategy: 2017 has been an extraordinary and exciting year for MinterEllison. "Our clients value our ability to offer end-to-end solutions designed to solve their complex problems. The technology sector has much to teach us in this regard and if one thing is certain, it is that we will see tech playing a much bigger role in delivering great infrastructure., Owen Cooper, Infrastructure Industry Sector Lead. Our mining clients are decarbonising, driving innovation and resetting operations by electrifying, swapping to renewable power, abating carbon emissions and continuing to explore carbon capture and offsets. Brand Marketing and Communications Lead Our Firm continues to lead the market by working with our clients to develop new offerings. MinterEllison is a multinational law firm, and professional services firm, based in Australia. MinterEllisons 2020 Annual Report provides a snapshot of the ways in which our Firm came together to support our clients, our communities and each other through this extraordinary time. Our 2020 strategic aspiration of becoming the No. [27] Over the past 12 months, our cross-industry approach has strengthened our advice to our clients, and the intersectionality of skills and experience of our professionals in applying their knowledge across two, three or even more industries has led to creative opportunities and advice for our clients. Dedicated and expert resources with local experience and established networks. Welcome to MinterEllison. In July 2019 we launched Infrastructure Consulting, our latest adjacent offering to our core legal offerings, and in the year ahead we will continue to invest in consulting solutions that set us apart.. Our support to assist them in this aim has included assisting with the enrolment and commencement of students offshore in an effort to retain the international student pipeline. We advised the sector on a range of matters relating to significant infrastructure projects, commercialisation and intellectual property, workplace reforms and safety, regulatory matters, impacts of COVID-19 and the defence of a high-profile class action. MinterEllison has reported healthy growth in revenue and its partnership for the past fiscal year. Once again, MinterEllison was the firm with the most ranked Chambers practice areas in the Asia-Pacific, we received the highest number of individual listings (210) in the 2020 Edition of The Best Lawyers in Australia and were named one of Asia-Pacific's most Innovative Law Firms at the Financial Times Innovative Lawyer Awards for our industry leading Legal Operations Model. Australia's international education sector is at the cross-roads. Our growth story is based on our aspiration to be 'our clients' best partner'. Our achievements in recent years are a direct consequence of our culture to collaborate and innovate and focus on providing solutions that inspire our clients every day. The industry-leading media platform offering competitive intelligence to prepare for today and anticipate opportunities for future success. It is a highly regulated and fiercely competitive industry, with international reach. We have met the challenge of market disruption by introducing a new agile business model under which we have established a suite of consulting services complementary to the legal services which underpin our reputation. Ensuring that MinterEllison is a truly inclusive work environment continues to be a strategic priority. The Annual Report also profiles MinterEllison's commitment to corporate social responsibility, through a focus on initiatives that help break the cycles of disadvantage - especially for young people, people experiencing homelessness and those seeking access to justice. The report also showed that the firm is continuing its drive to reach its partnership gender targets. Some of the notable deals we advised on this year include advising NYSE & TSX listed Ceridian HCM Holding Inc, on its acquisition of payroll services group Ascender to create the most comprehensive payroll and human capital management company in the Asia Pacific region. The Australian giant has also grown its partnership to 268 around the world. Future intakes will also be impacted, particularly if there continues to be confusion and inconsistency in COVID-safe corridors to return to different Australian States and Territories. The firms annual report also shows its work in corporate social responsibility. Revenue of $627 million globally, up 11.6% on FY18 Partnership grows to 268 globally 10 new partners in Hong Kong $11.4 million in pro bono support I look forward to working with you all in the year ahead. eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJuYW1laWQiOiJhNzM0YjVmNi04M2Q1LTQ5NDgtOTU4My04NTFiYWZjNjQ0ZDQiLCJyb2xlIjoiQXBpVXNlciIsIm5iZiI6MTY4MjkyMjIzOCwiZXhwIjoxNjgyOTIzNDM4LCJpYXQiOjE2ODI5MjIyMzgsImlzcyI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lm1pbnRlcmVsbGlzb24uY29tL2FubnVhbC1yZXBvcnQtMjAyMSIsImF1ZCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lm1pbnRlcmVsbGlzb24uY29tL2FubnVhbC1yZXBvcnQtMjAyMSJ9.YahaaVf3Wn4ld_OkfN479o7hW1zC5IIuPy4VSjuHnNE, https://www.minterellison.com/annual-report-2021. Even Clayton Utz, Corrs Chambers Westgarth and Ashurst are in the $2 million zone. Additionally, the firm has given $11.4m in pro bono support in 2019. The challenges have been unique, immense and have required a swift response. Explore our locations and connect with us. We take a look at the some of the significant trends, opportunities and issues set to shakeup the way we do business. The project, in its pilot stage, is a partnership between the Queensland Government and our clients, two private sector property developers. MinterEllison advised Qantas (a 25-year client) on the $802 million sale of 13.8 hectares of freehold land at Mascot, near Sydneys Kingsford Smith Airport, one of Australia's largest sale and leaseback for a single property. MinterEllison Level 22 Waterfront Place 1 Eagle Street Brisbane 4000 QLD Australia Tel: +61 7 3119 6000 Website Featured Content ICLG News SPB brings in Sydney M&A expertise A MinterEllison corporate partner specialising in mergers and acquisitions has joined Squire Patton Boggs in Sydney, Australia. This past year was a year like no other, with communities the world over confronted by a one-in-100 year pandemic and Australia facing its first recession in 30 years. And while it has been a time of change and uncertainty, it has also been a time of collaboration and innovation as we work with our clients to share ideas and solutions. I would also like to thank the outgoing Chair, Bruce Cowley, for his exceptional stewardship of the firm for the past six years and his guiding counsel over the many years he and I have worked together. Achievements and innovations with clients, in our communities and for each other. The chief executive of MinterEllison has reportedly left, after a furore erupted about the law firm representing Christian Porter. Terms of Service. I'm proud to say the 2019 financial year was one of momentum and impact. "Annual Report 2021". "MinterEllison will always remain a law firm at our core, focused on building authentic and enduring relationships with our clients. Obviously the events of the past 12 months have further complicated an already complex sector and the temptation is to wait for more certainty before we commit to what comes next. MinterEllison will always remain a law firm at our core, focused on building authentic and enduring relationships with our clients. Minter Ellison has 5 employees across 20 locations. The past year has brought many challenges to our financial services clients. It is a privilege to continue in my role as Chairman and I am immensely proud of MinterEllison's achievements this year. eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJuYW1laWQiOiI2YzJhMTg2Ni02YjNiLTRiOTQtOTY5NS02ZWJmZGQzMjUzYzkiLCJyb2xlIjoiQXBpVXNlciIsIm5iZiI6MTY4MjkyMjI0NywiZXhwIjoxNjgyOTIzNDQ3LCJpYXQiOjE2ODI5MjIyNDcsImlzcyI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lm1pbnRlcmVsbGlzb24uY29tLyIsImF1ZCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lm1pbnRlcmVsbGlzb24uY29tLyJ9.A9z0pDwEuoie84ditw1PsLpGt_zRwoRbY0FFfrGfVkI, eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJuYW1laWQiOiIyN2UwNWRkOS1kZTlkLTQ4NjQtYjJkNC01M2JhZjA0MjgxYzUiLCJyb2xlIjoiQXBpVXNlciIsIm5iZiI6MTY4MjkyMjI0NywiZXhwIjoxNjgyOTIzNDQ3LCJpYXQiOjE2ODI5MjIyNDcsImlzcyI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lm1pbnRlcmVsbGlzb24uY29tLyIsImF1ZCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3Lm1pbnRlcmVsbGlzb24uY29tLyJ9.q7hfg1WyYJU9oXPt8MFRxAUwtV77ig-HWahdP6j0ccQ. Popular Searches MinterEllison MinterEllison Waterfront Place MinterEllison* Waterfront Place Revenue $2.2 M Employees 19 Primary Industries Restaurants Hospitality HWL Ebsworth one of the leading examples of the eat-what-you-kill model isnt that far behind and about $200,000 in front of the Minters partners. Already, we have exceeded this target on our Partnership Board and Executive Leadership Team. Dedicated and expert resources with local experience and established networks. In FY19, we provided $11.4 million in pro bono support and supported more than 100 organisations through our Community Investment Program. MinterEllison's Annual Report for the 2016 - 2017 financial year, released to the market today, shows that a clear vision and strategy have delivered outstanding results for the firm. Established in Sydney in 1827, our firm today operates in Australia, Hong Kong, mainland China, Mongolia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom through a network of integrated . There is always something brewing in this fascinating industry but this last 12 months, and we expect the next, is bringing a rate of change and disruption I've not witnessed in my 25 years working in the industry. The Annual Report also profiles MinterEllison's commitment to corporate social responsibility, through a focus on initiatives that help break the cycles of disadvantage - especially for young people, people experiencing homelessness and those seeking access to justice. All Rights Reserved. The pain of miscarriage is now recognised in workplace law. Revenue of $476M FY17 up from $456M in FY16 Growth forecasted in excess of 10% for FY18 14 significant partner hires (108 senior appointments) with 60% female 2020 was a record year in terms of the Firms pro bono support and community investment, and our impact was wide-reaching. [7] Its first international office was London in 1974. With this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high quality, online, on-demand premium content from well-respected faculty in the legal industry. [8] In October 1992, Minter Ellison and Morris Fletcher & Cross merged to form Minter Ellison Morris Fletcher, the fourth largest law firm in Australia.[9]. AML/CTF regtech has yet to be widely adopted despite record fines and we foresee another wave of this occurring in 2022. Our Compliance bundles are curated by CLE Counselors and include current legal topics and challenges within the industry. Don't miss the crucial news and insights you need to make informed legal decisions. By number of lawyers it is the largest law firm in Australia. To respond to these needs, we're investing in consulting solutions that represent clear adjacencies to our core legal offerings. The health industry will continue to respond to changing consumer expectations, advances in technology and a growing ageing population to achieve sustainable growth in 2022. We are seeing a strong pivot towards more integrated, valued-based, patient-centred, preventative care, enabled through technology and data.". MinterEllison is one of the Asia Pacific's leading law firms. Our work involved ensuring their operations could continue in compliance with complex and varying regulatory standards and health directors, navigate unprecedented financial pressures, and be best positioned for the sector's rebound. See 'Minters, Freehills, advise on Lloyds deal', Lawyers Weekly, 11 June 2012. We have a clear goal - to be our clients' best partner. A review of our firms robust performance over the past financial year and a snapshot of who we are, how we work with our clients to deliver innovative and industry leading solutions, our people and culture, and our commitment to our community partnerships. we're also reinvesting in best of breed document automation, building a new platform to provide clients with direct access to developing legal documents online via a suite of digital tools. MinterEllisons real estate team has been working closely with clients to navigate the evolving economic conditions. Great infrastructure keeps us connected, healthy and educated, connects the utilities that run our homes, and mitigates the impact of climate change. In 1984 Minter, Simpson and Co and Perkins, Stevenson & Linton merged to form Minter Simpson. We anticipate most of these significant developments will continue to play out in the next 12 months. MinterEllison Home. Welcome to MinterEllison. We also launched our first Disability Inclusion program, including an Accessibility Action Plan, focused on providing more universal access and support for our people and clients in our workplaces, our technology and in the community. This reflects the firms strong multi-disciplinary approach to business and the delivery of seamlessly integrated legal and consulting services. Our Empower survey results tell us it is having a very positive impact on the engagement of our people because it focuses on redesigning the way we work to ensure that we deliver a distinctive client and people experience. [12], The firm acquired ITNewcom, a boutique technology consulting firm on 1 July 2017. MinterEllison has been criticised for its treatment of women. Post COVID we are likely to see greater demand for utilities, transport and technology to interact seamlessly. Its ties to China began in the 1980s. Subscribe to our FREE newsletter service and well keep you up-to-date with the latest breaking news, cutting edge opinion, and expert analysis affecting both your business and the industry as whole. Where is Minter Ellison Rudd Watts headquarters located? Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable. Discussing the results themselves she said "FY19 was a year of growth, momentum and impact for MinterEllison with our revenue reaching $627 million globally, up 11.6 percent on FY18," adding that "Throughout the year, we welcomed lateral Partner hires, expanding our partnership to 268 Partners across our international network." Dedicated and expert resources with local experience and established networks. Overview Competitors Acquisitions News & Insights CEO Virginia Briggs CEO Approval Rating 85/100 Weigh In 1827 Sydney New South Wales Private Independent Company COVID-19 continued to have a significant impact on the education sector in 2021, as schools and higher education providers grappled with opening and closing their campuses in response to public health directives. For more view our report, Safe harbour provisions and insolvency reform remain essential. Both transactions required unique solutions to commercial and legal issues that were being addressed for the first time in Queensland particularly as the projects brought together both the public and private sector to address the important issue of affordable housing. MinterEllison Home. Throughout the year, we welcomed lateral partner hires, expanding our partnership to 268 partners across our international network, Kimmitt said. The power of resilience and creating lasting impacts. Our series looks at broad societal issues and how businesses are driving change. Universities were required to implement protective measures to assure their ongoing financial viability and sustainability. Archived from the original (PDF) on 4 . P.C. We advised governments on a range of matters relating to significant health procurement, commercialisation and intellectual property, workplace reforms and safety, regulatory matters, impacts of COVID-19, the defence of a high-profile class action and delivery of an ambitious digital transformation agenda. Copyright 2023 ALM Global, LLC. Law.com Compass includes access to our exclusive industry reports, combining the unmatched expertise of our analyst team with ALMs deep bench of proprietary information to provide insights that cant be found anywhere else. The industry, which has ridden a COVID-19 wave between lockdown and recovery, has managed significant and unexpected challenges during the past year. It's also been great to see the hard work of our people recognised in the market this year. Australias largest listed companies are diversifying their expansions globally with ASX200 companies reporting that 34% of their revenues are being derived from foreign sources, a much higher percentage than their US and UK equivalents. The firm worked on $156bn worth of infrastructure projects, $68bn worth of M&A transactions, and $10bn worth of technology projects in fiscal 2019. "As a top tier firm, we know that our clients expect to receive leading edge advice and excellent service. This sparked a period of transformation which accelerated organisational change as the industry worked towards achieving better health outcomes. In March 2015, the firm dropped "lawyers" from its name. Listening to the market, we have noticed increased demand from clients who are asking for innovative, seamlessly integrated capabilities to help them solve their increasingly complex legal and business challenges. Creating lasting impacts with our clients It was a year of unexpected challenges for our clients. Welcome to MinterEllison. Scott Morrison's office, he wrote, had recently called to thank him for the assistance he had rendered the Attorney-General. Project and precinct developments are increasingly complex and require teams of infrastructure specialists who understand that collaboration across disciplines is required to fund, design, develop and operate great infrastructure.