Harkness Henry

Welcome to Harkness Henry

We’re in the business of law – all manner of commercial and private law, across Hamilton, the Waikato and beyond.

Our people

We pride ourselves on the depth and distinction of our team, covering all aspects of law.

Our thinking

We like to share our insights and perspective on certain legal issues – take a read of the latest articles from our experts.

Mind your own business

– the Privacy Bill 2018

Read our latest articles

Our services

With the breadth of expertise in our team, we provide legal counsel across the board.

How can we help you today?

Welcome to Harkness Henry

We’re in the business of law – all manner of commercial and private law, across Hamilton, the Waikato and beyond.

How can we help you today?

One of the things we pride ourselves on is the depth and distinction of our team, covering all aspects of law.

Alcohol licensing Commercial law Commercial litigation Construction law Employment law Estate planning Finance law Health law Insolvency law Not-for-profit organisations Property law Relationship property law Resource management law Rural law Trust law

Our difference is in relationship

While it’s the business that sustains us, it’s the people that drive us. We do what we do to help people – our clients are key. And our open, accurate and one-step-ahead approach means achieving the best for them, every time.

Meet our team

Annette Edwards

Senior Associate
Commercial

Sandra Braithwaite

Partner
Commercial

Warren Scotter

Consultant
Litigation

Lee James

General Manager

Paul Middlemiss

Partner
Commercial

Mark Thomson

Consultant
Private Client

Karen Shaw

Senior Associate
Litigation

Jake Casey

Partner
Commercial

Sue Addison

Registered Legal Executive
Private Client

Alexandria Till

Senior Associate
Resource Management & Employment

Meet our team

Our latest thinking

Mind your own business – the Privacy Bill 2018

Imagine the writer’s horror to discover when doing a Google search on an unrelated topic, to have pop up on the screen, a list of merchants she used her credit card at, their locations and when she purchased, going back months. And for good measure, accompanied by a map of New Zealand showing where those merchants are located.

24 May 2019 Sector Employment

Don’t be afraid to talk to your lawyer!

An argument over a measurement error recently led to the unjustifiable dismissal of a cabinet maker which ultimately cost the employer over $16,000 plus legal costs. This case shows how important it is for employers to seek legal advice in a timely fashion to ensure prudent responses.

21 May 2019 Sector Employment

If recreational cannabis use is legalised, how would this affect employers?

It might be a simple “yes” or “no” question in the referendum at the polls in 2020, but if recreational cannabis use is legalised, it could have far reaching consequences in the workplace.

16 May 2019 Sector Employment

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