We’re thrilled to announce that Shannan Wright, who joined Coutts in July 2022, has taken the next step in her legal journey and has been promoted to Senior Lawyer across both Wills & Estates and Family Law. Quietly confident, deeply capable, and always client‑focused, this promotion is a testament to her growth and dedication to both the practice of law and her clients.
Since joining Coutts in 2022, and since her admission in 2023, Shannan has been a key player in Wills & Estates team at our Narellan office, helping clients through some of life’s most sensitive moments. She will now be working across both our Wills & Estates Team and our Family Law team, utilising her signature blend of empathy and deep technical knowledge to continue to be a voice of calm clarity in tough moments for her clients
Shannan said, “I joined Coutts because I believe in putting people first. Becoming Senior Lawyer is about offering our clients – not just legal solutions – but real peace of mind.”
Shannan’s approach to the practice embodies our firm’s values. Shannan consistently brings warmth and transparency to every consultation and takes a holistic view of how we can best help our clients, from parenting arrangements to comprehensive Wills & Estates services. Shannan’s work reflects a deep understanding of the practicalities of the law in a person’s life, and she offers thoughtful, relatable insights to truly connect with her clients.
“Shannan’s promotion reflects the strength of her work, but also the deep trust she builds with clients. She leads with empathy, listens with intention, and delivers with clarity. We’re proud to see her step confidently into this next chapter” says Adriana Care, Managing Partner and Head of Wills & Estates at Coutts Lawyers & Conveyancers.
In her expanded role as Senior Lawyer, Shannan will continue to drive strategy and lead across high-stakes Family Law and Wills & Estates cases, mentor junior team members, passing on her client-first approach to the next generation of lawyers coming through Coutts.
A heartfelt congratulations to Shannan for this well-deserved promotion. As she steps into her new position, we’re confident she’ll continue to lead with empathy, sharpen her practice, and enhance client experience across both Family Law and Wills & Estates matters. Here’s to her continued impact at Coutts, and we look forward to seeing what is next for Shannan.
ABOUT COUTTS LAWYERS & CONVEYANCERS
Coutts Lawyers & Conveyancers is a full-service, award-winning law firm dedicated to putting business owners, families, and individuals first. Our focus is on providing quality legal advice for Macarthur and the Illawarra as a trusted partner for businesses, families, and individuals. We bring a no-nonsense approach to the law without the legal jargon
ABOUT SHANNAN WRIGHT:
Shannan joined the Coutts team in July 2022, working as a Senior Lawyer within our Family Law and Wills & Estates teams, across our Narellan and Campbelltown offices.
Shannan completed a Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Psychological Science at the University of Wollongong.
For further information, please don’t hesitate to contact:
Shannan Wright
Senior Lawyer
info@couttslegal.com.au
1300 268 887
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