My areas of Expertise
Specialist Practice Areas
What I like about my work
I like the challenge of finding a pathway through complex issues and having a national perspective on resource management.
What I’ve done in the past
I've been working in resource management and environmental law for nearly 10 years now.
I starting with an Auckland law firm which specialised in Treaty of Waitangi issues (including resource management). I then went overseas for a few years and spent two of them working for the Head Office legal team of the Environment Agency based in Bristol in the UK. On returning to NZ, I worked for a large national law firm based in Auckland before moving down to Nelson.
I have been based in Nelson ever since, first working as the Nelson/Marlborough Conservancy Solicitor for the Department of Conservation and then joining Anderson Lloyd at the end of 2006.
My approach to working with my clients
I like to gain a full understanding of my clients' interests so that I can help them to achieve an outcome that will work for them. I also see my role as helping my clients to understand the legal framework that we are working within.
What I enjoy at work
I enjoy working with good people.
What I enjoy outside of work
My husband and I are keen sailors and recently completed a circumnavigation of the South Island (although not all in one go!). I also enjoy more leisurely pursuits such as reading, cooking and relaxing with family and friends.
What I enjoy about living in the South Island
Having lived most of my earlier life in the north island, I appreciate the sense of space and "bigness" of the South Island. I am still awestruck by the mountains, rivers and wild coastlines and the people aren't bad either.
Memberships and Directorships
- Member, Resource Management Law Association
