Partner Derek Luxford presented today at the Australian and New Zealand branch of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers. The topic was Modern Piracy: Out of Control?

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The Partners of Hicksons are very pleased to announce the appointments of a new Partner and five Associates, effective 1 July 2011.

Chris Moore, formerly a Special Counsel in the firm’s Commercial Dispute Resolution team, has been promoted to Partner. The five Associates announced are Jennifer Parkes, Najeh Marhaba, Patrick Pilton, Paula Newton and Scott Stierli. 

Hicksons Managing Partner John Markos said “…I am delighted with this series of promotions. It is the biggest intake we have had for some time. I am pleased to welcome Chris to the partnership, and the others as associates. Each of these lawyers illustrates the focus of all Hicksons lawyers in going beyond baseline expectations and service levels.”

The Partners of Hicksons are delighted to announce the appointment of experienced insurance lawyer Bill Pardy as Partner, effective 1 January 2011.

Partner and Practice Group Leader Stewart Cameron said, “Bill’s promotion to the partnership has been achieved as a result of exceptional service to clients, hard work and dedication.”

“Bill has impressive experience in insurance litigation, and has demonstrated a strong commitment to providing excellent service and practical legal solutions to the firm’s clients,” he said.

Bill’s 11 years experience spans general insurance litigation, industrial relations, occupational health and safety and employment matters. He specialises in statutory insurance schemes for employers.

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