Oct 01, 2025
Member News
October 2025
The Pacific Rim Advisory Council (PRAC) is pleased to announce a significant milestone in our Asia Pacific strategy: Clayton Utz, one of Australia’s premier law firms, has officially joined our multijurisdictional network. This strategic expansion marks a key advancement in PRAC’s regional footprint and reinforces our mission to foster high-impact cross-border collaboration.
As one of Australia’s premier law firms, Clayton Utz brings exceptional market leadership, extensive regional expertise, and a strong culture of collaboration that closely reflects PRAC’s strategic vision. Their inclusion highlights PRAC’s continued focus on Australia as a critical jurisdiction within the Asia Pacific region and strengthens our commitment to building high-value connections across key global markets.
“Clayton Utz brings exceptional depth and insight to PRAC,” said Sarah Tune, Chair of PRAC. “This exciting addition enhances our ability to deliver strategic value across jurisdictions in the Pacific region, further strengthening PRAC’s service offerings and regional reach.”
Rory Moriarty, Head of Corporate M&A and Co-Head of International at Clayton Utz, who oversees the firm’s international relationships, commented: “Joining PRAC’s network of leading firms across the Pacific presents a strategic opportunity to deepen our international engagement with likeminded firms. We look forward to contributing to the network’s collaborative initiatives and to working closely with partner firms to deliver greater value to our clients across jurisdictions.”
With the addition of Clayton Utz, PRAC now comprises 23 top-tier law firms across Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, and Europe—delivering coordinated, high-quality legal solutions to clients navigating complex, multijurisdictional challenges.