Promotions 1 April 2023

Denham Bramwell is pleased to announce five promotions with immediate effect.

Four are for rising stars working within our sought-after Family Law team. The other is for an outstanding Property and Commercial lawyer. All five are based in our Manukau office.

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Tayla Coburn - Associate

Tayla has recently returned to work after the birth of her first child. Tayla specialises in all areas of family law, including care of children, family violence, relationship property, personal property and protection matters.  Tayla’s compassion puts her clients at ease during what can often be difficult emotional times.

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Shenali Lewke-Bandara - Senior Solicitor

Shenali works across the Family Law and Trusts, Wills and Estates teams. Her experience in complex relationship property disputes and her passion for problem-solving help her clients protect their assets.

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Seraphim Potifara - Senior Solicitor

Sera provides advice in legal matters concerned with the care of children, guardianship, relationship property and family violence.  Sera represents clients in care and protection disputes involving Oranga Tamariki.  Her adaptability enables her to find pragmatic solutions and guide clients while focusing on the child’s best interests.

Ran Rajapakshe - Senior Solicitor

Ran practices in the areas of - family violence, parenting, Oranga Tamariki, and relationship property matters. He loves to give back tohis South Auckland community. Ran’s practical approach focuses on understanding the needs of his clients and delivering results in their best interests.

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Dunstan Yip - Senior Solicitor

Dunstan works closely with Brett Abraham as part of our Property and Commercial teams. Clients enjoy his easy-going practical approach as he efficiently delivers the best outcomes for their situations.

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General Manager, Devika Kumar, said the announcement was made at a recent team meeting.

‘Career progression is very much part of Denham Bramwell’s Diversity and Inclusion strategy.  We are delighted to recognise these five individuals for their contribution to the firm and the consistently outstanding results they achieve for their clients.

Our Family Law team often works under intense pressure in emotionally charged circumstances. It takes an in-depth knowledge of the law and considerable emotional intelligence to succeed in this challenging environment. Tayla, Shenali, Sera and Ran have proven they have what it takes.

Property and Commercial law have specific challenges demanding a responsive and astute but personable approach. Dunstan has shown he has these qualities.

Kumar says that our people are the heart of our practice and each of these individuals absolutely deserve the recognition for their contribution and commitment.

Congratulations Tayla, Shenali, Seraphim, Ran and Dunstan!

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