Nick Nichola is the managing partner of Australia for K&L Gates. He was the managing partner of Australian national firm Middletons from 2005-2012, during which time he guided the firm through strong growth in the Australian market. Mr Nichola's focus remains on ensuring quality service is provided to clients across the Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney offices, as well as connecting clients with the resources of the firm's extensive Asia/Pacific platform for inbound and outbound Australian matters. Mr Nichola previously practised in corporate and commercial law, and advised some of Australia's leading organisations across a range of industries with a particular focus on the telecommunications sector.