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Specialist Legal Expertise.
waikato-wide bay of plenty-wide employment lawyer, workplace disputes

Whether you need tailored employment law advice, help with a complex workplace investigation or workplace dispute; or just someone to fight your corner, trust me to help.

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Locations

I am available to assist clients across the Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions, including Hamilton, Tauranga, Matamata, Taupō, and Rotorua. I'm also available to assist clients in Auckland (or beyond) on request. 

 

I provide tailored and pragmatic employment law advice, workplace dispute resolution, and guidance through complex investigations— for employees, charitable organisations and businesses seeking trusted legal support.

About Joe

​Prior to joining the bar, Joe was a Senior Associate at Duncan Cotterill, one of New Zealand's largest national law firms. In 2024, he was named a 'Rising star' in New Zealand employment law by Doyle's international guide. 

Joe has a wide and varied range of experience, acting for individuals, small to medium businesses, large charitable trusts, schools, listed companies and multi-national corporations.​

With experience as a Crown Prosecutor in both Auckland and Hamilton, and regular appearances in the District Court, High Court, Employment Relations Authority and Employment Court, Joe is an accomplished and effective litigator and advocate for his clients. 

In addition to in-court representation, Joe provides tailored and pragmatic employment law advice, workplace dispute resolution, and guidance through complex investigations— for employees, charitable organisations and businesses seeking a trusted employment law advisor.

Joe is available to assist clients across the Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions, including Hamilton, Tauranga, Matamata, Taupō, and Rotorua.

 

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What Joe's clients say

Rebekah - Auckland

"I was extremely impressed with Joe’s attention to detail throughout my case. He explained matters clearly, provided sound advice, and handled everything with confidence and care."

Mary - Charitable Trust CEO

"Joe supported me through an incredibly stressful time with clarity, kindness and empathy. Everything was explained clearly, I was given practical options, and I felt genuinely supported throughout the process. Joe went above and beyond."

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