About
If you are looking for pragmatic advice on personal matters, property affairs, or business/corporate law then I can help.
I act for a variety of New Zealand companies, small businesses and individuals and also represent a large number of foreign property
investors with extensive commercial property holdings in New Zealand.
My clients tell me I am approachable, easy to contact and that I explain things in a way they understand. I’m definitely NOT
an academic lawyer. I believe I am providing a service and so my clients deserve to be treated with respect. This means I:
- let you know how long something will take at the outset and when you can expect to hear back from me;
- tell you up front how much your work is going to cost (if at all possible) and whether it’s worth going ahead with, or (in
a property context) what needs to be done by when to ensure deadlines are met;
- ring or email you to clarify issues and keep you updated as to progress at all times.
- My working style is friendly, relaxed and open. I give people answers quickly, I do what I say I’m going to do and I charge
my clients what I tell them I’m going to charge them.
One of my key strengths is my ability to build strong working relationships with my clients, many of whom I have worked with for a
long time. This comes down to clear communication, a good personality fit and my ability to appreciate each client’s situation.
As a general practitioner I enjoy the diversity of my work, and the level of contact I have with my clients. It’s satisfying
to know I’ve played a part in helping them achieve their goals.
Over the past few years I have been on three trips to Dubai to meet with Kiwi expats (and a number of others) looking to invest in
New Zealand. Structuring investments from overseas and residential and commercial property investment per-se, are areas in which
I have a keen interest.
