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Foggy Forest

Resource Management and Environmental Lawyer

focussed on providing strategic, cost effective and practical advice

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About Gill

Qualifications and Career

I have a LLB (Hons) BA degree from Auckland University and have practised in environmental law for over 20 years.  Starting at one of the large law firms as a graduate, I later worked in the UK for a couple of years gaining advocacy experience, following which I was appointed as in-house counsel for one of New Zealand’s largest companies for nearly ten years.  During this time, I gained a valuable understanding of corporate management and how to provide practical advice that takes account of a company’s strategic objectives.

Since commencing practice as a barrister sole in 2005 I have provided advice to a large range of clients including corporates, community groups and individuals.  I enjoy problem solving, the challenge of resource management law, its interface with local government law and the wide range of issues arising.

Outside of work, I chair the board of trustees of Baradene College and like to spend time with my family and friends, play tennis and cycle on my e-bike.

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Legal Services

Advising on applications for resource consents, including industrial projects, residential developments, retirement villages, water / wastewater applications and fast track consents

Submissions on consents and planning documents and proposed regulations

Opinion / legal advice on environmental and planning issues including due diligence and compliance

Advising on administrative law issues – declarations, enforcement proceedings, prosecutions and judicial review

Advising on designations and large infrastructure projects

Advising on all aspects of resource management related legislation

Advising on local government legislation, the Electricity Act and the Public Works Act

Advocacy work including mediations and appearing before Councils and the Courts

Contact Details

Gillian Chappell | Resource Management Barrister

Foundry Chambers 

Level 4, Vulcan Buildings

Cnr Vulcan Lane and Queen Street

P O Box 1502, Shortland Street

 Auckland City 1041

M: 0273034757

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