The global law firm Jones Day is pleased to announce that John Emmerig, one of Australia’s leading litigation lawyers, has joined the Firm in Sydney as a partner in its Global Disputes Practice, servicing the Firm’s clients in Australian and regional litigation.
Chris Ahern, Partner-in-Charge of Jones Day’s Sydney Office, said, “John’s arrival marks a significant step forward for our continued growth in Australia and his experience adds more depth to our capabilities to serve clients as one firm worldwide. He is an outstanding addition and we are thrilled he’s a part of our team in Sydney.”
Mr. Emmerig comes to Jones Day from Ashurst Australia, where he was a senior partner in that firm’s litigation group, head of its national class actions practice, and a leading figure in its government practice. He has practiced for 24 years, including more than 16 as a partner, and has deep experience with major claims and strategic litigation. Mr Emmerig has an established record in leading the representation of clients in some of the largest and most complex class action litigation, major commercial disputes, and government inquiries conducted in Australia.
Tim Cullen, head of Jones Day’s Global Disputes Practice, noted, “We are excited about John’s appointment and believe it is another important step in the growth of Jones Day’s litigation capabilities in Australia, helping us serve clients in complex litigation in Australia and throughout the Asia-Pacific region.
“I’m glad to be a part of Jones Day as it is among the leading global law firms, has deep experience in litigation and dispute resolution, a clear commitment to the highest standards of client service, and an excellent set of values,” said Mr. Emmering. “I look forward to leveraging the Firm’s integrated global resources and helping an outstanding partnership serve an extraordinary client base.”
Mr. Emmerig holds degrees in Law and Science (major in Geology) from the Australian National University. He has taught externally at that university and serves on the editorial boards of the Journal of Equity and the Journal of Civil Litigation and Practice. John co-chairs the Class Action Committee of the Law Council of Australia and is the deputy chair of the LCA’s Federal Litigation Section.
