Stephen is a trusted lawyer advising corporations on corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, overseas investment in New Zealand, and related issues.

Stephen works on strategic issues and key business development initiatives.

Stephen has over 30 years' experience establishing, managing, amalgamating, and winding up life and general insurance companies, workplace savings schemes, KiwiSaver schemes, and other investment vehicles.

Stephen also holds the following roles:

  • NZX and ASX listed Restaurant Brands New Zealand Limited - Independent director.

  • SecureFuture Wiri Limited - Chair

  • Huntington Commercial Finance New Zealand Limited - Independent director

  • Life Flight Trust – Deputy chair

  • Wellington Free Ambulance Incorporated - Board member

  • Wellington Free Ambulance Trust - Trustee

  • Institute of Directors - Chartered member

  • Financial Dispute Resolution Scheme - Independent chair

  • Solicitor, England & Wales

Areas of Expertise

Corporate & M&A
Mergers & Acquisitions
Commercial Arrangements
Managed Investment Schemes
Corporate Advisory & Governance