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Kate Cornegé is a partner in Tompkins Wake’s Civil Litigation team, specialising in civil and commercial disputes for business and local government clients. She appears at all levels of the New Zealand court system.
Her practice has a strong public law and local government focus. She also acts for clients in the health and energy sectors. Recognised as a Recommended Lawyer in The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific for Dispute Resolution and Intellectual Property (since 2020), Cornege has also contributed to the Chambers and Partners Collective Redress & Class Actions guide in 2025 and 2026.
Clients recognise and value her proactive, commercial approach and clear, concise advice, grounded in an in-depth understanding of their commercial reality. Her meticulous preparation makes her a highly effective advocate, and she supervises and works closely with a large team of litigators.
Cornegé joined Tompkins Wake in 2010 and has played a significant role in the firm’s development and leadership. She is committed to building a high-performing, collaborative and supportive workplace, where people are encouraged to excel professionally while maintaining balance in their lives. She is chair of the Tompkins Wake Board of Partners, with a focus on the firm’s long-term strategy, culture and continued success.
Westpac House, Level 8, 430 Victoria Street, Hamilton, 3204
+64 7 838 6053
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Kate Cornegé
Partner - Civil
Tompkins Wake
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Solicitor at Chapman Tripp
2005–2009
Tompkins Wake, Partner since 2017
2010–Present
Finalist, Lawyers Weekly Dispute Resolution Partner of the Year
Finalist, Lawyers Weekly Pro Bono Partner of the Year
Accredited Specialist in Wills & Estates Law
2026
Undertook a one-year placement at the University of Sydney as a Casual Academic, lecturing in Family Law for the Law Extension Committee and the Legal Profession Admission Board
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2023: Became an award-winning author of The Splits: how to help your kids navigate separation and divorce
2024: Became an Accredited Family Law Specialist in October 2024
2023–2024
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