MAHONY HORNER - Key Persons
Andrew completed his Law Degree with Victoria University and was admitted to the Bar in September 2017, joining the firm that same year.
Prior to completing his Law Degree, Andrew was employed by the New Zealand Defence Force and served in the New Zealand Army for approximately five years. During this time he served in New Zealand and overseas, and was deployed to the Solomon Islands in 2010 as a part of an international peacekeeping force.
Andrew specialises primarily in litigation and insolvency matters.
Charlotte provides support as a Law Clerk our Māori Legal Team. Te Tiriti o Waitangi…
Chris is our employment law specialist.
Chris was born and raised in Hawkes Bay and is focused on providing thorough advice and practical options for clients. He has experience in the full spectrum of employment law, ranging from contractual issues to restructuring, disciplinary and performance related matters.
Chris has extensive experience acting for clients in mediation and has appeared before the Employment Relations Authority. He has presented numerous seminars on a wide range of employment and health and safety related topics.
Chris was formerly with Cullen - The Employment Law Firm for over 5 years, and prior to that worked for the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment where his role included providing information to members of the public on employment matters.
Chris is an avid football fan and spends his weekends playing and coaching for VUWAFC.
Daniel works primarily with the Māori Legal team having joined the practice in March 2022. Daniel also has experience in the areas of employment law, litigation as well as general property law. At present Daniel's key focus is on Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Māori Land Law. Daniel completed a conjoint LLB/BA from Victoria University of Wellington and was admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand in September 2020.
Bryan has three decades of experience in various roles in the Waitangi Tribunal and Te Tiriti o Waitangi claims, Māori land law, and related issues.
Elspeth is an experienced commercial litigator, with expertise in advising on civil matters, particularly insurance, construction, property and Estate disputes. She also advises insurers on regulatory and compliance matters. Elspeth's professional approach epitomises the firm's statement that clients will Know Where You Stand.
Elspeth has been in practice since 1999 and is a founding Principal of Mahony Horner Lawyers.
George is an Associate and primarily undertakes property, commercial, and private client work for the firm.
After graduating from Victoria University in 2013 with an LLB and BCA (Economics), George worked in insurance dispute resolution, followed by private practice stints in both Wellington and Tauranga. He has also lived and studied in China, and was the recipient of a full scholarship to study Chinese at Shanghai's Jiaotong University.
An efficient and practical operator, George prides himself on providing clear and timely advice to clients.
Job Titles:
- Personal Assistant
- Personal Assistant to Dr. Bryan Gilling
Hannah is the Personal Assistant to Dr. Bryan Gilling and the Māori Legal Team. Personal…
Harry is a Principal of the firm.
Harry joined the firm in 2017 following a stint in London, prior to which he worked at leading firms in Wellington and Invercargill. He now heads the firm's property practice and has significant experience in commercial and residential property transactions and developments. He also undertakes company and commercial law work, with a particular focus on the sale and purchase of businesses.
Job Titles:
- Personal Assistant
- Personal Assistant for Tom Mahony
- Personal Assistant to Tom Mahony
Karen is the Personal Assistant for Tom Mahony and his Team. Property Personal Assistant for…
Katherine works in our property team and joined the firm in 2020. Katherine has experience working in the areas of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Māori Land Law as well as general property law. Katherine completed her Law Degree with Canterbury University and graduated her LLB with First Class Honours in 2018.
Laura is a senior member of the Insurance and Litigation practice and graduated with LLB (Hons) in 2010.
Laura completed an LLM Master of Laws, specialising in insurance law, at the University of Exeter in 2015.
Madison provides support as a Law Clerk for Tom Mahony and our Property Team. Property…
Mandee is the Practice Manager. Mandee is an experienced legal professional. Practice Manager Mandee Sebire…
Max provides support as a Law Clerk for Tom Mahony and our Property Team. Property…
Job Titles:
- Personal Assistant
- Personal Assistant to Elspeth Horner
Melissa is the Personal Assistant for Elspeth Horner and our Litigation Team. Litigation Personal Assistant…
Rox completed her Law Degree with Auckland University and graduated with her LLB and BA in 2019.
Rox has always had a keen interest in historical and contemporary indigenous issues and since being admitted to the bar has been working in the areas of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Maori Land Law. Rox joined the firm in 2020.
Job Titles:
- Senior Associate
- Trust Establishment and Administration
Siri is a Senior Associate in our private client team and advises on a range of specialist trust and private client matters including:
Trust establishment and administration
Charitable trusts
Estate planning and asset protection
Succession planning, including wills and Enduring Powers of Attorney
Relationship property and contracting out agreements
Siri graduated with a BA in 1997 and an LLB in 2003. She was admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand in 2004 and has worked as a lawyer in Wellington since that time, joining the firm in 2017.
Siri is available in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, and is available via email during business hours throughout the week.
Tom has broad experience advising on a range of commercial, trust and property issues. He…
Mahony Horner is a law firm committed to providing clear concise advice for our clients.
Tom has broad experience advising on a range of commercial, trust and property issues. He is focused on building lasting, trusting relationships with clients, and strives to provide practical and pragmatic advice. Tom's knowledge of the commercial world enables him to advise clients on their day to day business affairs, and ensure their personal legal arrangements are to their benefit.
Outside of legal practice, Tom is an ardent Marist St Pats supporter and is Honorary Solicitor for the Club. He is also the Chair of the St Patricks College Wellington Foundation, Chairman of the M & T Olechnowicz Scholarship Fund and a member of the New Zealand Law Society Standards Committee (Early Resolution Service).
Tom Mahony leads our Team of lawyers who can provide expert advice regarding your business within the Wellington Region. We help out in areas from Buying and selling businesses, Terms and conditions to Insolvency advice.
Job Titles:
- Senior Solicitor
- Member of the Māori Legal Team
Toni is a member of the Māori Legal Team.
Toni joined the firm in May 2023 and has been working in the areas of Te Tiriti o Waitangi claims and Māori land law since August 2022. Prior to this, Toni worked in civil litigation and human rights law, specialising in historic abuse claims.
Toni graduated from Victoria University of Wellington with a LLB and BA and was admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand in December 2015.
Job Titles:
- Personal Assistant for Harry Rattray
- Personal Assistant to Harry Rattray
Zoe is the Personal Assistant to Harry Rattray and his team. Zoe is an experienced legal professional.