Peter & Kim Appoints Director of Corporate Strategy

Peter & Kim is delighted to announce the appointment of Deborah Tomkinson as its Director of Corporate Strategy and Counsel

Deborah will be spearheading strategic initiatives and projects of the global partnership at Peter & Kim, in addition to bringing her expertise to case work as Counsel.

James Morrison said of the appointment: “Deborah’s experience fits perfectly within the Peter & Kim team in a time of pivotal growth for the firm. We are particularly excited to have Deborah undertake this role from the Sydney office, reflecting the significance of Australia’s position in the global economy, depth of expertise in complex international disputes and its growing recognition as an arbitration centre”.

Dr Wolfgang Peter commented: “Deborah’s expertise and capabilities will enhance Peter & Kim’s integrated global team as we reflect on a successful first five years of operation. Appointments such as Deborah’s demonstrate our commitment to deliberate and considered growth within Peter & Kim and to excellence in the delivery of bespoke legal services for our clients”.

Kevin Kim agreed, saying: “Peter & Kim continues to develop as a unified, specialist international arbitration practice across key jurisdictions in-line with its core values and objectives. Deborah’s appointment expands and strengthens the firm’s capacity to implement its strategic vision to be the arbitration firm of choice”.

Deborah had this to say: “I am thrilled to join Peter & Kim as it celebrates its fifth anniversary and reflects on the strong growth and recognition it has achieved in that time. The team personifies a dynamism and diversity which, alongside its significant depth of expertise in international arbitration, provides a unique opportunity for me to work with a cohesive group of leading individuals in a purpose-driven environment that fosters excellence and creativity. I look forward to contributing to the next chapter in the firm’s journey”.

Prior to joining Peter & Kim, Deborah was the Secretary-General of the Australian Centre for International Commercial Arbitration (ACICA). In that role for 12 years, Deborah has been instrumental to ACICA’s strategic growth and development and its recognition as a leading arbitral institution.