Clifford Chance has named Australia Corporate Practice Head Mark Currell as the new Managing Partner of the firm’s Perth and Sydney office, effective May 1, 2025. He succeeds Richard Gordon, whose second term concludes in April 2025, and who will continue to support the firm on regional strategic initiatives.
Currell joined Clifford Chance as a partner in 2018, and has since played a pivotal role in establishing and building both the firm’s M&A team and cross-practice, multijurisdictional specialist private capital team.
“Over the past eight years, we have achieved remarkable growth in Australia, increasing our headcount to nearly 200 across Perth and Sydney, and establishing ourselves as a trusted advisor to market leading clients. I look forward to taking on this role and working with our exceptional teams to drive the best outcomes for our clients and continued strategic growth across our core practice areas, said Currell.
Outgoing Australia Managing Partner Richard Gordon said, “Mark’s collaborative leadership style and dedication to Clifford Chance make him well-positioned to guide the firm through its next phase of growth in Australia. I’m excited about the firm’s future. As we adapt to the evolving needs of our clients, we’ll continue to innovate, expand our practice areas, and facilitate deeper connections with our global network.”
Connie Heng, Regional Managing Partner for Asia Pacific, added, “Richard has played a pivotal role as Managing Partner, taking our Australian practice from strength to strength. I look forward to benefiting from the valuable knowledge and insights of both Richard and Mark, as we leverage opportunities in the current business environment and advance our strategic priorities.”
