Duncan Cotterill Announces Key Promotions Reflecting Commitment to Excellence
Duncan Cotterill has announced the promotion of seven outstanding senior lawyers within the firm. These promotions underscore the firm’s dedication to investing in its people and recognizing their exceptional contributions and expertise.
To Special Counsel
Michelle Kilham Michelle expertly navigates clients through complex civil litigation and insurance law cases, frequently representing them in court and mediations. She defends against professional negligence claims and advises insurers on coverage issues, drawing on her extensive experience in New Zealand and the United Kingdom.
To Senior Associate
Ashleigh Bowater Ashleigh provides comprehensive support to clients in the agribusiness sector, handling a wide range of property transactions, including rural and residential deals. She offers valuable insights on succession planning and asset protection, ensuring her clients’ interests are well-protected.
Nikita Bartlett Nikita offers expert guidance on employment law challenges, including personal grievances, bullying and harassment, restructuring, and redundancies. She represents clients in disciplinary and performance meetings, as well as mediations, leveraging her experience in both Australia and New Zealand.
Erin Drew Erin advises clients on a variety of employment law matters, such as redundancy, performance management, investigations, and disciplinary processes. She effectively represents clients in mediation and court, advocating for their best interests.
Joy Guo Joy provides strategic commercial advice, specializing in technology, intellectual property, cyber security, data protection, and privacy compliance. She utilizes her background in management consulting, technology projects, and commercial litigation to offer comprehensive support to her clients.
Lena Saad Lena assists clients with insurance and regulatory issues, guiding them through complex investigations, disputes, and ongoing advisory needs. She offers expert policy drafting and indemnity advice to both insurers and policyholders.
Sean Brennan Sean helps clients resolve commercial disputes and navigate regulatory criminal matters. He advises on various disputes and supports clients through WorkSafe and Council investigations and prosecutions, ensuring their legal interests are safeguarded.
About Duncan Cotterill
Duncan Cotterill is a leading New Zealand law firm with five offices nationwide. We are committed to building a high-performing team, supported by enabling systems and data, to deliver client excellence across the country. Guided by our values of Enterprising, He Tāngata, Excellence, and Authenticity, we strive to make a lasting impact for our people, clients, and communities.
Contact Information
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Saskia Glass
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