14 May 2025

Cooper Grace Ward appoints new corporate partner

Cooper Grace Ward has welcomed Phil Vickery as a new partner in the firm’s corporate advisory practice.

Cooper Grace Ward has welcomed Phil Vickery as a new partner in the firm’s corporate advisory practice.

Phil has joined from international law firm K&L Gates and brings with him extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, contracts, corporate governance and compliance.

Phil has developed a strong reputation for his expertise across various industries including agribusiness, franchising, health and technology. He provides strategic legal advice to clients, ranging from complex and high profile transactions to business as usual commercial arrangements.

Cooper Grace Ward’s managing partner Charles Sweeney said he was delighted to have Phil join the firm. ‘Phil is someone we have known and worked with on the other side of transactions for many years and his collaborative style is a great fit for the culture of CGW. His arrival adds further breadth to our corporate advisory practice and our ability to support clients in major corporate transactions and strategic commercial matters.’

Commenting on his appointment, Phil said, ‘I’m very proud to be joining the Cooper Grace Ward partnership. CGW has a reputation for excellence across its full-service offering, as well as ongoing market recognition for both client service and its team-based culture. I look forward to contributing to the continued growth of the firm and working alongside specialists in the firm’s corporate, property, tax and litigation teams to meet the needs of our clients.’

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