As a result of business plans that are no longer compatible with Meritas’ interests in the Australia/New Zealand region, the Thomson Playford Cutlers firm has elected to resign its membership in the organization effective immediately. The search for a new member to serve the Sydney and Adelaide markets is presently underway. Until a new member is announced, please contact Meritas headquarters regarding any referrals to those markets.

Meritas wishes to express its thanks to Thomson Playford Cutlers for its membership in the organization. In addition, special thanks are extended to the lawyers and staff who once comprised the Cowley Hearne firm in Sydney. Prior to its merger with Thomson Playford, Cowley Hearne was the Meritas member in Sydney, and was noted for its significant commitment of resources to the leadership of the organization and to the development of the region.

Best wishes are extended to Thomson Playford Cutlers in its future endeavors.

Sincerely,

Curtis A. Knutson
VP and Chief Operating Officer
Meritas Law Firms Worldwide
612.604.0085 (direct)
612.747.6803 (mobile)
cknutson@meritas.org