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MinterEllison CEO Annette Kimmitt leaves after sending email criticising firm for taking Christian Porter as client
The CEO of Australia’s largest law firm has left a week after telling staff she felt “triggered” by the company’s decision to take on Attorney-General Christian Porter as a client.
Key points:
- Annette Kimmitt was halfway through a five-year contract as CEO
- Ms Kimmitt sent the email hours after Christian Porter denied rape
- A female lawyer at the firm said the reaction to Ms Kimmitt’s departure was divided
In an email sent to staff at 10:00pm Wednesday MinterEllison chairman David O’Brien said it was “mutually agreed” Annette Kimmitt would leave the firm immediately.
Ms Kimmitt was appointed CEO in July 2018 and was halfway through a five-year contract.
“We have thanked Annette for her years of service and dedication and wished her well for the…
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