Dentons has announced its strengthened dedication to community service and pro bono efforts by appointing Tamara Sims as the National Head of Pro Bono Partner. With over 20 years in legal practice, Sims specializes in supporting marginalized and disadvantaged groups to promote access to justice.
Her extensive experience spans human rights, refugee law, administrative law, international human rights, disability and discrimination issues, victims’ compensation, domestic violence, housing rights, and credit and debt disputes. Additionally, Sims has significant expertise in handling large-scale public interest and human rights litigation across different jurisdictions.
Sims will be based in Sydney and oversee Dentons’ national pro bono activities.
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“We are very excited to have Tamara join Dentons. We are committed to having a positive impact on the communities in which we live and work, and pro bono forms a big part of that. Having Tamara lead our National Pro Bono practice will further drive our contribution and impact as a firm.”
Dentons Partner and current Head of Pro Bono Jodie Wauchope
“I’m delighted to welcome Tamara to the partnership. I’m looking forward to seeing our pro bono clients and our lawyers benefit from her extensive experience.”
Dentons’ Australia Chair and Australasia Region CEO Amber Warren
“I am really looking forward to strengthening relationships with community partners and existing pro bono clients, and working with our lawyers to find new and innovative ways to deliver pro bono legal assistance.”
Tamara Sims
