Baker McKenzie Appoints Hamish McCormack as Partner in Melbourne Office
In a strategic move to strengthen its Banking & Finance Practice, global law firm Baker McKenzie has welcomed Hamish McCormack and Dixon Hearder as partners in Melbourne and Sydney, respectively.
Hamish McCormack, a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in leveraged finance and special situations/liability management arrangements, has joined the firm in Melbourne. His expertise lies in advising clients on complex financial transactions, corporate restructuring, and liability management. McCormack's career highlights include a diverse range of deals involving mainstream and alternative assets across the globe, with a particular focus on the Asia Pacific region [1].
McCormack's appointment comes at an exciting time for Baker McKenzie, as the firm continues to serve a diverse client base that includes specialist private credit, leading financial institutions, and major multinational companies. The Banking & Finance Practice is heavily involved in regional and global market-leading transactions, and looks forward to McCormack's contributions [2].
Anne-Marie Allgrove, the National Managing Partner at Baker McKenzie, endorses the firm's collaborative, 'one team' approach to client service. Allgrove, who recently joined the firm, is excited about contributing to its growth strategy [3]. The Banking & Finance Practice boasts 17 offices across major cities and financial centres in the Asia Pacific region, providing a robust platform for McCormack and Hearder to serve their clients effectively.
Dixon Hearder, who previously served as the Senior Director of Tax at Expedia Group, returns to Baker McKenzie as a Tax Partner in Sydney. His expertise will be a valuable addition to the firm's tax practice [4].
Bryan Paisley, who rejoined Baker McKenzie from Hogan Lovells (HL) in Sydney as Banking & Finance Partner, will also contribute to the growth of the practice. Paisley and McCormack previously worked together at HL, and their combined expertise will undoubtedly strengthen Baker McKenzie's capabilities in the banking and finance sector [5].
With these strategic appointments, Baker McKenzie's Banking & Finance Practice is poised to continue its success in structuring and closing pioneering financing transactions internationally [6]. The firm's global platform and prestigious client base align perfectly with the practices of both McCormack and Hearder, ensuring a seamless integration into the team.
[1] https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/persons/hamish-mccormack [2] https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/practices/banking-and-finance [3] https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/persons/anne-marie-allgrove [4] https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/persons/dixon-hearder [5] https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/persons/bryan-paisley [6] https://www.bakermckenzie.com/en/news/baker-mckenzie-announces-new-partners-in-australia-and-asia-pacific
In this strategic expansion, Hamish McCormack's addition as a partner in Melbourne will bolster Baker McKenzie's Banking & Finance Practice, given his expertise in complex financial transactions and corporate restructuring. Meanwhile, Dixon Hearder's return as a Tax Partner in Sydney will significantly enhance the firm's tax practice, given his extensive experience in business. Thus, these career moves reflect a continued focus on strengthening finance, business, and careers within the firm.
