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Erica is a specialist family law barrister who supports clients in matters involving care of children, guardianship disputes, family violence, relationship property, and spousal maintenance. She is based in Auckland, is a member of both Hobson Chambers and Kate Sheppard Chambers and is available for instruction throughout New Zealand.
Throughout her career, Erica has practised exclusively in family law and for the past decade, provided clear, strategic advocacy across a wide range of family law matters. Erica advocates for her clients in Court and in mediations and has also been appointed by the Family Court to represent the best interests of children in legal proceedings.
Her practice is calm and client centred. Erica is trusted by clients and colleagues alike to navigate both legal and emotional complexities with professionalism, respect, and integrity.
- Vice President, Auckland Women Lawyers’ Association
- Lawyer for Child – appointed by the Family Court
- Panel Member, Family Law Section Advisory Panel, NZ Law Society
- Mentor, He Ira Wāhine – University of Auckland Women in Law Mentoring Programme
- Co-Editor-in-Chief, Women’s Law Journal (8th Ed)
- BA (Political Science), LLB (Hons), University of Auckland
- Admitted as Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand
- Recipient, Borrin Foundation Travel and Learning Award
- Member, Family Law Section, NZ Law Society Te Kāhui Ture o Aotearoa.
- Member, New Zealand Bar Association | Ngā Ahorangi Motuhake o te Ture
- Member, Auckland Women Lawyers’ Association
