Private Wealth Law
New Zealand
1 year ranked
Provided by TGT Legal
Fiona advises on all aspects of trust law and personal asset planning, with particular strength in complex trust restructuring and the preparation of documentation to achieve clients’ long‑term asset planning objectives. She is recognised for her strong client focus and ability to balance deep technical knowledge with clear, practical solutions.
Fiona has been an integral member of the firm since 2009, contributing nearly 15 years of expertise before her promotion to Partner in 2024. Before joining TGT Fiona worked at Bell Gully in their tax team before transitioning to being a trust lawyer.
A Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) and full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), Fiona also participates in the CAANZ Trust Special Interest Group.
She was admitted as a barrister and solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand in 2009. Her academic background includes an LLB (Hons) and MA (Hons) from the University of Auckland.
Provided by Chambers
Provided by Chambers
Fiona is great. She is a very technical, very good lawyer.
Fiona is a standout in the high net worth market. She is technically excellent and always a delight to work with. She often comes up with clever solutions for difficult problems.
Fiona has a very good ability to issue-spot. She is able to identify risk and how to address it.
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