CompaniesProfessional ServicesLegal profession‘Market has followed us’: New A&O boss vows to outplay local law firmsJul 1, 2026 – 1.17pmGlobal legal giant A&O Shearman is shifting its Australian strategy, appointing Peter McDonald as its new local co-leader to challenge larger domestic rivals.McDonald has a blunt message for the local market: “Some of those independent Australian law firms are strong, but sitting here, I like our strength better.”Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Latest In Professional servicesFetching latest articlesMost Viewed In Companies