Lower Hutt firm Thomas Dewar Sziranyi Letts has announced three promotions.

Craig Foster has been appointed Senior Associate. Craig was admitted in May 2004 and joined the firm in 2007. He specialises in family law, wills and estates, all aspects of elder law and criminal law. Craig is also appointed by the Family Court to act as Lawyer for Child.

Matt Anderson has been appointed Associate. After commencing practice in 2006, Matt joined the firm in 2010. He specialises in civil, criminal defence and family law litigation, and also has experience in employment and property law. Matt is a registered legal aid provider for civil, criminal and family disputes.

Katie Paterson has been appointed Associate. Admitted in February 2009, Katie practises in criminal, family and civil litigation as well as estate matters and regulatory prosecutions for local authorities. She is a registered legal aid provider for civil, criminal and family disputes.