Headquarters:
Auckland, New Zealand
Year founded:
2008
Number of employees:
16
Phone:
09 281 2365
Email:
jay@nz.lawyer
Website:
conveylaw.co.nz
LinkedIn:
linkedin.com/company/nz-convey-law
“At Convey Law, we’re not just lawyers; we’re here to make property stuff straightforward for clients”
Jay Park,
Convey Law
Jay Park
Founder and Director
John Jon
Senior Associate
Deep Gill
Senior Consultant Lawyer
Leadership
Jay Park is a property law expert with more than 18 years of experience. He also advises clients on commercial, business, estate and immigration law. Park is known for his ability to identify and develop strategies for his clients. In his spare time, he developed two software programs: Conveytrack and honour.law.
Founder and Director
Jay Park
John Jon is a senior associate at Convey Law. He is one of the committee members of ADLS Property Law. Last year, he assisted developer clients on 23 residential development projects and 58 subdivision-related projects. Jon is hardworking and has efficient time management skills.
Senior Associate
John Jon
Deep Gill is an experienced lawyer with a Master of Taxation Studies, a Bachelor of Laws and a Graduate Diploma in Business. He has worked intermittently at Convey Law since early 2015 and has experience in immigration, employment, property and ACC law.
Senior Consultant Lawyer
Deep Gill
Jay Park,
Convey Law
Leadership
Jay Park,
Convey Law
Leadership
Claire Evans
Partner – Corporate and Financial Services
Claire Evans has 20 years of experience supporting clients in New Zealand and internationally. She is recognised as a Leading Individual in Investment Funds by Legal 500 in 2022 and 2023.
Evans is an internationally experienced corporate lawyer with expertise in financial markets, capital raising, mergers and acquisitions, franchises, corporate transactions and regulatory compliance. She was recognised as one of NZ Lawyer’s Elite Women 2022.
Evans also held a number of significant director roles prior to joining PwC Legal. She is currently an executive committee member with Women on Boards, as part of Governance NZ.
Partner – Corporate and Financial Services
Claire Evans
Helen Johnson
Partner – Tax Advisory
Helen Johnson leads the PwC Legal tax practice and the New Zealand international tax team. She advises clients on all aspects of New Zealand tax, with focus areas including cross-border and domestic property and infrastructure investment, tax rulings and disputes, structuring and capital raising. Her clients include corporate groups, managed funds and high-net-worth family groups. She is also interested in tax policy. Johnson is a member of the New Zealand Law Society's Tax Law Committee and regularly presents at industry seminars. She previously worked at top-tier law firms in New Zealand and London.
Partner – Tax Advisory
Helen Johnson
Convey Law is an industry leader that has achieved its vision to become the best online law firm in New Zealand. It is committed to providing excellent customer service, innovation and giving back to the community to make a positive difference.
The company has built its own practice management software called Honour.law. This system seamlessly automates legal processes such as questionnaires, forms, workflow, cloud-based file storage, timesheets, performance management and email marketing. Its experienced lawyers meet client needs on time and provide a transparent fee structure and competitive rates.
“At Convey Law, we’re not just lawyers; we’re here to make property stuff straightforward for clients,” says founder and director Jay Park. “We’ve got the know-how; we’re friendly and always looking for ways to improve things. Plus, we’re all about using cool tech and giving back to the community.”
“We’ve got the know-how; we’re friendly and always looking for ways to improve things”
Jay Park,
Convey Law
Chris Baldock
Partner – Employment
Thierry Pascal
Head of Credit and Legal
Cemal Akgul
Head of Risk and Collections
Stephen McMillan
Commercial Manager
Chris Baldock leads the PwC Legal employment practice in New Zealand. Taking a highly commercial approach, his team helps employers navigate the nuances and challenges of New Zealand’s unique and evolving labour law regime.
Baldock has worked with some of New Zealand’s largest organisations and advises on all manner of workplace legal issues, including statutory compliance, M&A people matters, workplace safety, disciplinary and performance issues, complex restructuring and change processes, Holidays Act compliance, collective bargaining and industrial action, and regulatory investigations and prosecutions.
With a commercial litigation background, he has appeared regularly before the Employment Relations Authority and the courts.
Partner – Employment
Chris Baldock
Thierry Pascal has over 13 years of experience in business and corporate banking in various financial/credit analytical and relationship management roles with the NAB and CBA.
After a career break to undertake postgraduate studies, he joined GE Capital as a senior risk analyst in premium funding in 2010. Following the divestment of the premium funding business to the Macquarie Group in 2015, he joined Macquarie Premium Funding and was promoted to credit risk manager, where he led the credit underwriting team.
Following the re-branding to IQumulate Premium Funding, Pascal was recently promoted to head of credit and legal, a role that sees him manage the credit underwriting team as well as oversee IQumulate’s in-house legal function.
Pascal holds undergraduate and postgraduate tertiary qualifications in accounting and law.
Head of Credit and Legal
Thierry Pascal
Cemal Akgul sees the head of risk and collections role as pivotal in guiding and influencing business decisions. He has more than 15 years of experience across financial and government services, most recently with the NDIS, where he was the leading consultant driving the Risk Management process’ nationwide. Prior to that, he served various roles at BMW Finance across the United States, Hong Kong, Germany and Australia.
During Akgul’s tenure at BMW Finance, he predominately worked in risk management, guiding the organisation through seismic changes between 2016 and 2018. In his time prior, he was based out of New York, leading BMW Finance’s American subsidiary's market risk and data analytics teams between 2011 and 2016.
Akgul values a balanced approach to business, encourages a positive work culture and is passionate about teaching and guiding the business and individuals at IQumulate.
Head of Risk and Collections
Cemal Akgul
Stephen McMillan first entered the financial services Industry when he joined GE Capital as a finance analyst in 2008, from which he progressed through roles working both onshore and offshore. From there, he moved into Pacific Premium Funding as a financial planning and analysis leader in 2012 and was a key resource in the evolution of the business, first with the successful sale to Macquarie Pacific Funding and then the following progression into IQumulate Premium Funding, where he is now the commercial manager.
As commercial manager, McMillan leads a team that is responsible for commercial analysis and business support, identifying and reporting improvement initiatives, and the securitization and treasury functions of the business.
Commercial Manager
Stephen McMillan
The firm’s leaders have created a strong culture based on trust, respect and collaboration. They take pride in motivating and inspiring their teams to live the company’s values and vision. They constantly seek ways to improve, strive to enhance their skills and knowledge and exceed clients’ expectations.
The leaders include:
Jay Park – founder and director
With over 18 years of experience in property law, Park is an experienced lawyer and innovative thinker who is passionate about providing excellent service and deeply committed to helping his clients achieve their property goals. He strongly advocates for innovation and constantly improves the firm’s services and processes.
With a reputation for identifying and understanding his clients’ needs, he is skilled at developing strategies that produce excellent outcomes in a holistically beneficial manner. He developed conveyancing software called Conveytrak and Honour.law in his spare time with machine learning technology. These software solutions make it easier for lawyers to provide their clients with high-quality legal services.
John Jon – senior associate
With over 18 years of experience in property law, Jon is particularly well-versed in commercial property law. He has a proven track record of success advising clients on property matters, including acquisitions, disposals, leasing, financing and development.
He is a highly effective communicator and negotiator who builds strong client relationships. A skilled legal researcher and writer, he provides clients with clear and concise advice. He is also a committee member of ADLS Property Law.
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Convey Law has strategically focused on technology investment, customer service and corporate social responsibility. These strategies have helped the firm become a leading light in its niche market, and their growth has earned them recognition as one of NZ Lawyer’s Fast Firms of 2023.
The firm’s experienced property lawyers deliver expert help and advice tailored to clients’ needs. Their open and honest approach to costs and keeping clients informed every step of the way sets them apart in a competitive landscape.
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IQumulate invests in education and people, which are vital to attracting new business and talent to the company.
“We have long tenures for several of our key staff, including some in leadership positions, and this sound working knowledge of our business, practices and industry provides great insights and a wealth of experience to offer our clients,” says Bastow. “Our new head of sales, Graeme Gordon, formerly manager for New Zealand, joins us in Australia to drive our sales strategy and lead our team to successful outcomes for our clients and our business. We look forward to great things ahead with Graeme as he continues to be active and present in the New Zealand market as well as building sound working relationships and new connections in Australia.”
Clients can also expect a lot from working with IQumulate.
“Through active engagement with our trusted broker network, IQumulate provides relevant information, education and training content,” says Graeme Gordon, head of sales. “Our clients can expect IQumulate to support their business in several ways, providing an understanding of what premium funding solutions are available and how IQumulate can spread the cost of insurance and help borrowers get the right level of insurance cover to free up their cash flow for other expenses or business growth opportunities. Premium funding is often considered a tool for those who simply cannot afford to pay their premiums in full. While this is certainly a significant driver for many, it is also successfully used by profitable companies who use premium funding to manage their cash flows more wisely or better manage their liquidity.”
IQumulate invests in education and people, which are vital to attracting new business and talent to the company.
“We have long tenures for several of our key staff, including some in leadership positions, and this sound working knowledge of our business, practices and industry provides great insights and a wealth of experience to offer our clients,” says Bastow. “Our new head of sales, Graeme Gordon, formerly manager for New Zealand, joins us in Australia to drive our sales strategy and lead our team to successful outcomes for our clients and our business. We look forward to great things ahead with Graeme as he continues to be active and present in the New Zealand market as well as building sound working relationships and new connections in Australia.”
Clients can also expect a lot from working with IQumulate.
“Through active engagement with our trusted broker network, IQumulate provides relevant information, education and training content,” says Graeme Gordon, head of sales. “Our clients can expect IQumulate to support their business in several ways, providing an understanding of what premium funding solutions are available and how IQumulate can spread the cost of insurance and help borrowers get the right level of insurance cover to free up their cash flow for other expenses or business growth opportunities. Premium funding is often considered a tool for those who simply cannot afford to pay their premiums in full. While this is certainly a significant driver for many, it is also successfully used by profitable companies who use premium funding to manage their cash flows more wisely or better manage their liquidity.”
Claire Watson
Product Manager
Stephen McMillan first entered the financial services Industry when he joined GE Capital as a finance analyst in 2008, from which he progressed through roles working both onshore and offshore. From there, he moved into Pacific Premium Funding as a financial planning and analysis leader in 2012 and was a key resource in the evolution of the business, first with the successful sale to Macquarie Pacific Funding and then the following progression into IQumulate Premium Funding, where he is now the commercial manager.
As commercial manager, McMillan leads a team that is responsible for commercial analysis and business support, identifying and reporting improvement initiatives, and the securitization and treasury functions of the business.
Product Manager
Claire Watson
Stephen McMillan first entered the financial services Industry when he joined GE Capital as a finance analyst in 2008, from which he progressed through roles working both onshore and offshore. From there, he moved into Pacific Premium Funding as a financial planning and analysis leader in 2012 and was a key resource in the evolution of the business, first with the successful sale to Macquarie Pacific Funding and then the following progression into IQumulate Premium Funding, where he is now the commercial manager.
As commercial manager, McMillan leads a team that is responsible for commercial analysis and business support, identifying and reporting improvement initiatives, and the securitization and treasury functions of the business.
Commercial Manager
Stephen McMillan
Claire Watson
Product Manager
Stephen McMillan first entered the financial services Industry when he joined GE Capital as a finance analyst in 2008, from which he progressed through roles working both onshore and offshore. From there, he moved into Pacific Premium Funding as a financial planning and analysis leader in 2012 and was a key resource in the evolution of the business, first with the successful sale to Macquarie Pacific Funding and then the following progression into IQumulate Premium Funding, where he is now the commercial manager.
As commercial manager, McMillan leads a team that is responsible for commercial analysis and business support, identifying and reporting improvement initiatives, and the securitization and treasury functions of the business.
Product Manager
Claire Watson
Claire Watson
Product Manager
Stephen McMillan first entered the financial services Industry when he joined GE Capital as a finance analyst in 2008, from which he progressed through roles working both onshore and offshore. From there, he moved into Pacific Premium Funding as a financial planning and analysis leader in 2012 and was a key resource in the evolution of the business, first with the successful sale to Macquarie Pacific Funding and then the following progression into IQumulate Premium Funding, where he is now the commercial manager.
As commercial manager, McMillan leads a team that is responsible for commercial analysis and business support, identifying and reporting improvement initiatives, and the securitization and treasury functions of the business.
Product Manager
Claire Watson
Convey Law has strategically focused on technology investment, customer service and corporate social responsibility. These strategies have helped the firm become a leading light in its niche market, and their growth has earned them recognition as one of NZ Lawyer’s Fast Firms of 2023.
The firm’s experienced property lawyers deliver expert help and advice tailored to clients’ needs. Their open and honest approach to costs and keeping clients informed every step of the way sets them apart in a competitive landscape.