Hicksons will be closed for a three-week duration over the Christmas and New Year period.

Leading commercial law firm Hicksons has appointed Lachlan Wilson as a partner in the Newcastle office, building upon its strong regional presence.

Hicksons is delighted to be named as a Leading Firm in the 2020 Doyle’s Guide.

We recognise that diverse, innovative thinking builds on our business, strengthens our client serviceability and increases our people engagement.  Our focus continues to be on the attraction, retention and engagement of future talent through our 2021 People Programs.

The Australian Business Awards has recognised Hicksons as a Winner for Employer of Choice 2020.

Hicksons’ response to the pandemic is as a result of decisive leadership, strong infrastructure and a collaborative culture.

After a highly successful and exciting career, it is with mixed emotions that we announce the retirement of John Markos, our long time managing partner who stepped down from that role on 31 December 2019. Whilst we are saddened to see John leave we acknowledge and celebrate the significant contribution John has made to the firm as well as his enduring legacy – a firm very proud of its place in the Australian legal landscape that has energetically supported its staff, clients and the community. 

Hicksons is delighted to announce the promotion of nine of its lawyers into senior leadership positions, with four of these at partner level.

Highly regarded in her field, Rebecca joins the Property, Planning and Construction team and will be integral in shaping and positioning our property practice, whilst continuing to provide sustainable value for our clients in meeting their strategic objectives. She brings with her a wealth of experience across technology and innovation, which will drive efficiencies through automation and precedent management.

To ensure the safety, health and wellbeing of our staff, clients and visitors, Hicksons continues to apply, and as required introduce new, specific measures to assist in managing issues being encountered by the ongoing impacts of COVID-19. 

Hicksons is delighted to announce 14 of our lawyers have been acknowledged in the 2021 Edition of Best Lawyers in Australia.

To ensure the safety, health and wellbeing of our staff, clients and visitors, Hicksons is introducing specific measures to assist in managing issues being encountered by the onset of the novel Coronavirus (also known as COVID-19).   

Hicksons, appointment of highly regarded insurance Partner, Naomi Tancred strengthens our firm’s Workers Insurance Team, and positions us for growth into new markets.  

Hicksons will be closed for a two-week duration over the Christmas and New Year period.