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National law firm Russell Kennedy has strengthened its senior ranks by promoting 25 lawyers across the firm, including the elevation of a health and community sector specialist to partner.
Russell Kennedy (RK) has strengthened its national ranks, recognising 25 lawyers across its Australian offices as part of its latest promotion round, which came into effect on 1 July.
The latest promotions include the elevation of one lawyer to the partnership, alongside the appointment of four special counsel, eight senior associates, and 12 associates across the firm.
The national firm said the promotions underscore the “depth of talent” across the firm while recognising the role its people play in delivering trusted advice and helping clients navigate an evolving legal landscape.
Among the promotions, long-serving lawyer Felicity Iredale has been elevated to Russell Kennedy’s partnership after more than a decade with the firm, marking the latest milestone in a career journey that began as a law graduate.
She specialises in mergers and amalgamations, governance, commercial matters, and regulatory compliance, supporting organisations navigating complex legal and operational challenges.
In a statement, the firm congratulated those recognised in the promotion round, highlighting that the appointments represent more than technical excellence, reflecting a broader commitment to collaboration, trusted advice, and delivering meaningful outcomes for clients and communities.
“At RK, progression is grounded in contribution – to clients, to colleagues, and to the broader impact of our work. This focus continues to shape the strength and direction of our firm,” the firm said.
“We congratulate our colleagues on this well-deserved milestone and look forward to their continued contribution.”
The firm’s new special counsel includes Claire Alexander (government regulatory compliance and prosecutions), Ellen O’Neil (corporate and commercial, mergers and acquisitions), Erin Rooney (government, regulatory compliance and prosecutions), and Rachel Budd (government regulatory compliance and prosecutions).
The firm’s new senior associates: Claire Robinson (insurance and compensation), Emily Tang (workplace relations, employment and safety), Emily Wilton (government regulatory compliance and prosecutions), Georgia Lloyde (government regulatory compliance and prosecutions), Harrison Gray (workplace relations, employment and safety), Maria Gomes (dispute resolution and litigation), Michael Webster (property and development), and Shijing Wong (workplace relations, employment and safety).
The firm’s new associates are Alex Chan (insurance and compensation), Amelia Donati (planning, environment and local government), Anne-Marie Goh (government regulatory compliance and prosecutions), Audrey Rhodes (government, regulatory compliance and prosecutions), Avalon Carnall (dispute resolution and litigation), Despina Hrambanis (dispute resolution and litigation), Gisele Bellia (insurance and compensation), Katherine South (dispute resolution and litigation), Laura De Vuono (government regulatory compliance and prosecutions), Molly Lawlor (workplace relations, employment and safety), Nathan Curcio (property and development), and Yana Nesina (insurance and compensation).
