My areas of Expertise

Specialist Practice Areas

Industry Expertise

Publications

What I like about my work

I enjoy being involved in some of the most cutting-edge developments in the country and achieving innovative outcomes. I believe that good business can be good for the environment. I like interacting with experts outside of the law - combining our expertise with theirs allows us to deliver sensible solutions for our clients.

What I’ve done in the past

During my OE I worked in an environmental law institute in Germany, for a law firm in the UK and a range of labouring jobs. I spent 10 years as a lawyer at Russell McVeagh in Auckland, four of these as a partner.

I moved to Anderson Lloyd in 2000. I wanted to move back to the South Island and chose Anderson Lloyd because of its reputation and the challenge of starting a practice in Christchurch.

My approach to working with my clients

Rather than tell my clients what to do, I like to collaboratively work out the best approach. I help them by identifying business risks associated with the process they’re engaged in, and then work with them to get through it as quickly and cost-effectively as possible. I seek to get outcomes that are best for the business, which is often more than simply obtaining a resource consent.

What I enjoy at work

I like being part of a firm that is solution driven. We get things done. I enjoy working as part of a great team that is focused on innovative solutions.

What I enjoy outside of work

I enjoy tramping in the bush, mountain biking, movies, reading and travel.  Occassionally, even reading!

What I enjoy about living in the South Island

The pace of life is more real in the South Island but the quality of work is right up there, and that includes work in the North Island. I enjoy being close to the mountains and the forests.

There is so much happening in environmental law in the South Island in the areas of water, mining, electricity generation, and tourism. It’s great to be able to drive, rather than fly, to these places.

Memberships and Directorships

  • Member of the Anderson Lloyd Board
  • Chairman of Trustees, Banks Peninsula Conservation Trust
  • Trustee, National Parks and Conservation Foundation