MinterEllisonRuddWatts’ new year promotions reflect exceptional talent pool and growth agenda

  • Firm news

    07 February 2023

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Leading New Zealand law firm, MinterEllisonRuddWatts welcomed 2023 by announcing 15 new promotions at senior associate and senior solicitor levels.

The firm is proud to announce three newly promoted senior associates:

The firm also promoted 11 lawyers to senior solicitor. Congratulations to Brad Cope (Corporate and Commercial, Auckland), David Hebenton (Construction and Infrastructure, Auckland), Alyssa Kennedy (Construction and Infrastructure, Auckland), Ethan McAuliffe (Corporate and Commercial, Wellington), Hannah McCay (Real Estate – Property, Wellington), Louise Meng (Corporate and Commercial, Auckland), Sam Short (Banking and Financial Services, Auckland), Katie Shorter (Construction and Infrastructure, Auckland), Maria Sopoaga (Litigation, Wellington), Khoti Walker-Clements (Litigation, Wellington), and Kate Wilson (Corporate and Commercial, Wellington).

MinterEllisonRuddWatts Chief Executive, Andrew Poole, highlights the importance of investing in talented people to support the firm’s ongoing growth and top-tier market position.  

"We remain committed to investing in our people, right from the start of their careers. We provide continuous mentoring and support to help them succeed in their chosen practice. 

“It is great to see our talented lawyers moving up the ranks, and their continued commitment to our firm and passion for providing market-leading advice to clients is invaluable.”

“Congratulations to everyone beginning their new roles this year.”


The new year promotions took effect on 1 January 2023.