Our People
The people behind every outcome.
Every matter is personally led by senior counsel, with direct access to the lawyer who takes you from first conversation to resolution.
The Team
Better Thinking. Better Outcomes.
Thirteen lawyers across commercial and corporate law, family law, property, litigation, higher education, and wills, estates and probate. Every one of them personally accountable for the result you came here for.
Director | Principal SolicitorBen Cohen
Commercial & Corporate Law, Property, Higher Education and Litigation & Disputes
Ben leads the firm's commercial and corporate expertise, acting for business owners and high-net-worth individuals across transactions, disputes, and regulatory matters. He is personally involved in every matter he accepts.
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Principal SolicitorBurhan Eren
Family Law and Wills & Estates
Burhan leads the family law and estates expertise, guiding clients through separation, property settlements, wills, and estate administration with clarity and genuine care for the outcomes that matter to them.
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Special CounselRohit Malhotra
Litigation & Disputes
Rohit brings more than two decades' experience across civil and criminal litigation, higher education matters, and commercial legal strategy. A former magistrate, he provides clear and jargon-free advice across the firm's most complex instructions.
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Chartered AccountantEmily Birt
Accounts
Emily runs the financial engine room of Cohen Lawyers, trust accounting, billing, and day-to-day operations, with the same precision the firm brings to its legal work.
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AssociateJoel Torelli
Commercial & Corporate Law and Higher Education
Joel advises on commercial and property matters, supporting clients through business acquisitions, lease negotiations, and conveyancing. He is known for his practical, solutions-focused approach to every instruction.
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Associate | People & Culture ManagerAlexander Bryan
Property, Commercial & Corporate Law and Higher Education
Alexander advises on commercial transactions, corporate structuring, and property matters. His meticulous approach ensures every agreement is built to protect clients at every stage of a deal.
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AssociateSerdar Kilic
Family Law and Wills & Estates
Serdar guides clients through the firm's wills, estates and probate expertise, estate administration, grant of probate, and related matters, with precision and care.
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AssociateSam Shakibaie
Litigation & Disputes
Sam advises clients across the firm's areas of expertise, bringing careful attention to each matter and ensuring outcomes that serve their best interests.
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SolicitorXanthia Gregory
Commercial & Corporate Law, Higher Education and Property
Xanthia is a solicitor at Cohen Lawyers, contributing to the firm's broad range of legal services for individual and business clients.
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SolicitorWilliam Murray
Litigation & Disputes
William is a solicitor at Cohen Lawyers, advising clients across the firm's areas of expertise with a practical and solutions-focused approach.
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SolicitorJames Hardy
Property, Commercial & Corporate Law and Higher Education
James approaches his work with diligence, curiosity and attention to detail, and is committed to practical outcomes across commercial, corporate and property matters.
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Law GraduateChantelle Dao
Family Law and Wills & Estates
Chantelle brings warmth, professionalism and a strong work ethic to every matter, ensuring clients feel informed and supported throughout the process.
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ParalegalKevin Li
Family Law and Wills & Estates
Kevin is organised, reliable and highly attentive to detail. He plays an important role in keeping matters moving smoothly and is committed to providing clients and colleagues with responsive and thoughtful support.
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ConveyancerUmran Eren
Property
Umran supports clients through property transactions and conveyancing matters, bringing careful attention to every transfer and settlement.
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Accounts ManagerNoemi Golinucci
Accounts
Noemi leads through diligent, service-focused support, bringing care, accuracy and consistency to every interaction with clients and colleagues.
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