

Burhan Eren is a consummate legal professional, currently serving as the Principal Solicitor at Cohen Lawyers since September 2023. He leads the Family Law division, bringing a wealth of expertise in family law, estate planning, wills, and probate. Burhan's approach is both empathetic and strategic, guiding clients through intricate family law matters such as divorce, property settlements, spousal maintenance, child support, and parenting disputes, including cases involving family violence and parental alienation. In addition to his distinguished family law practice, Burhan excels in estate planning and administration. He offers comprehensive advice to executors, beneficiaries, and families, tackling issues of contested wills and estate litigation. His collaboration with financial planners and accountants ensures clients receive robust asset structuring and succession strategies, while his adeptness at clearly conveying legal principles enables clients to navigate their legal journeys with confidence. Burhan's prior experience includes a significant tenure at Mazzeo Lawyers, where he advanced from Associate to Senior Associate and gained invaluable litigation expertise. His early career featured positions at the Family Court of Australia and the National Australia Bank's legal department, honing his skills in court processes and financial disputes. He holds a Bachelor of Laws from Victoria University and a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the Leo Cussen Centre for Law. Outside of his legal career, Burhan enjoys spending quality time with his family, exploring new destinations, and staying active through various sports.

Principal Lawyer
Cohen Lawyers
Sep 2022 - Present • 4 years 2 months

Senior Associate
Mazzeo Lawyers
Jul 2020 - Aug 2022 • 2 years 1 month

Associate
Mazzeo Lawyers
Jul 2018 - Jun 2020 • 1 year 11 months

Lawyer
Mazzeo Lawyers
Jan 2017 - Jun 2018 • 1 year 5 months

Registry Officer
Family Court of Australia
Jan 2016 - Dec 2016 • 11 months

Team Leader
Department of Justice and Regulation, Victoria, Australia
Jan 2015 - Jan 2016 • 1 year
Lawyer
Melbourne Legal Group
Oct 2013 - Jan 2015 • 1 year 3 months
Paralegal
MY&A Lawyers
Feb 2012 - Jan 2013 • 11 months

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
Leo Cussen Institute
2013

Bachelor of Laws - LLB
University of Melbourne
2012

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Victoria University
2009 - 2011
Last checked: 27 Mar 2026 • Checked with Victorian Legal Services Board