Our People

LLB, BA

Prior to his legal career Jerry represented New Zealand as a mogul skier on the Freestyle World Cup circuit for four years.

Jerry is married with two children aged 9 and 11 and speaks Spanish fluently.  Outside of work and family his main passion is surfing.  He cites Boyle Mathieson's proximity to Piha and Muriwai as one of the firm's best features.  

Jerry heads the Family Law Team, specialising in relationship property law.

Click on the link to see Jerry skiing out of an avalanche  near Zermatt, Switzerland.

DDI 09 836 9573

Mobile 027 212 7102

LLB, BCom

Praneeta is involved with a range of work relating to property conveyancing including refinancing, commercial conveyancing, matrimonial conveyancing, trust matters, wills, enduring powers of attorney, subdivisions and commercial matters in relation to leases, franchise agreements and the buying and selling of businesses. She also specialises in immigration law.

Fluent in English and Hindi, Praneeta covers a range of immigration issues from obtaining temporary visas for students, visitors and workers to residence applications. Praneeta’s considerable experience enables her to handle the complex issues involved with a high rate of success.  On behalf of her clients she is able to deal with appeals to the Minister of Immigration, and the Immigration Protection Tribunal. Praneeta loves to spend her free time with family and enjoys travelling.

DDI  09 836 9576

LLB(Hons)

Greg is a pragmatic legal adviser with over 20 years’ experience gained at major law firms in New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Greg has a deep understanding of how his clients operate, the challenges they face and the support they need from their external legal advisers.

Greg works with clients on a range of corporate, commercial and property transactions.

Greg is an expert legal draftsperson and helps clients assess risk and resolve problems. He works collaboratively with clients to understand their particular business needs and to deliver tailored solutions that work for them.

Greg has 3 sons and is actively involved with surf lifesaving as a qualified lifeguard and coach.

DDI: (09) 836 9570

LLB, MBA, PG Dip Bus

Fiona’s early practice covered the spectrum of legal fields, from family law to criminal advocacy. Now focused on business and property law, those early years give her insight into the need to ask the right questions to create possibilities for opportunities and solutions to problems in business and property affairs. Fiona is also a Notary Public and has been providing notary services since 1999 in and around West Auckland.

Fiona is a keen advocate of community involvement. She is a member of the Auckland Women Lawyers’ Association and serves as a volunteer at the Citizen’s Advice Bureau. With family and friends she enjoys film, theatre and travel, as well as keeping fit. Fiona likes to swim, jog, cycle and enjoys competing in the Lake Taupo Cycle challenge solo each year.

DDI 09 836 9571

Mobile 021 623 692

LLB

John has a wealth of experience in all aspects of commercial and property law and brings an
outcome-oriented approach to his clients. He focuses on solving problems in a clear and logical
manner to achieve the best results for clients.

He has spent most of his life ‘out West’ in Auckland and is a passionate supporter of the community. John enjoys playing golf, fishing, and making the most of New Zealand’s great outdoors.

Mobile 021 623 690

LLB, BCom (Hons)

Stephanie has been practising law since 2004 and joins Boyle Mathieson after spending over a decade in a mid-sized firm in the CBD and a few more years in firms on the North Shore.

Stephanie is able to assist you with a range of matters:

• sale and purchase of residential and commercial properties;
• subdivision of land;
• sale and purchase of businesses, shares;
• leases;
• setting up, reviewing and winding up Trusts;
• wills and enduring powers of attorney;
• occupation rights agreement for retirement villages; and
• estates.

Stephanie is pragmatic and approachable.  She is focussed on helping clients achieve a positive outcome and to help take as much stress out of the situation as possible.

Outside of the office Stephanie enjoys cheering for her son’s football team on a Saturday morning, learning to play the violin and exploring the world (Santorini and Bora Bora being the highlights so far).

DDI:  09 836 9578

Mob:  021 105 6138

LLB, BA

Jennifer joined Boyle Mathieson in 2020 after several years specialising in relationship property.

Jennifer is passionate about all things family, and tries to achieve the best outcome during a difficult time. She is experienced in negotiating and preparing separation and contracting out agreements, and her advocacy skills are essential in assisting her clients navigate child care and parenting matters.

Outside of the office Jennifer enjoys gardening, baking, and spending time with her family.

DDI 09 836 9574

LLB, MSoc Sci, Masters in Human Rights, PhD.

Raewyn joined Boyle Mathieson in 2023 after working in family law, employment, and human rights both in New Zealand and overseas.

Raewyn is passionate about all things in protecting rights and that people are aware of those rights.  She is experienced in negotiating and these skills are essential in assisting her clients navigate child care and parenting matters.

Raewyn is pragmatic and approachable.  She is focussed on helping clients achieve a positive outcome and to help take as much stress out of the situation as possible.

Outside of the office Raewyn enjoys travelling and has lived in Canada, Australia, Solomon Islands and Bougainville, and learning about people and history both in New Zealand and overseas.

DDI 09 836 9579

LLB, BA

Graeme practices family law, and has a background in the criminal justice sector. He is interested in the contest of ideas, and in how this can help you achieve your legal objectives.

He has appeared as counsel at various hearings, particularly care of children and family violence matters, and has achieved both settled and litigated outcomes. Graeme can draft meaningful documents that get to the point when wording is important.

In his spare time, Graeme is interested in history, politics, current events, DIY, and African wild megafauna.

DDI: 09 836 9577

Dianne joined Boyle Mathieson in 2002 and works with Jenny Gill in property and conveyancing, trusts, estates and all general practice work.

In her spare time Dianne enjoys spending time with her family and attending sports events.

Juanita joined Boyle Mathieson in 2005 and qualified as a legal executive in 2018. Juanita works closely with Fiona Mathieson in property and conveyancing, commercial law, estate administration, trusts, wills and enduring powers of attorney.

Outside of work, Juanita is a busy mum of two. She also enjoys hanging out with friends, reading, going to the beach for walks and relaxing with a movie.

Soh Cheng is originally from Singapore.   She joined Boyle Mathieson in 2017 and works closely with Stephanie Lau in property, commercial, estate management and trusts.

In her spare time Soh Cheng enjoys fishing, travelling and spending time with family.

Lynne joined Boyle Mathieson in early 2022 after many years experience.

Lynne works closely with Jennifer Stanborough in all family and litigation matters. 

In her spare time Lynne loves walking with her dog and enjoys motorsport. 

Lynette joined Boyle Mathieson in 1999 and looks after the day to day administration of the trust account.

In her spare time Lynette enjoys spending time with her family, reading and watching sport and movies.

Lisa has been the receptionist at Boyle Mathieson since 2007. Lisa enjoys being busy, tackling challenges and dealing with people from all walks of life. Every day she deals with a wide variety of people and tasks with enthusiasm.

In her spare time Lisa enjoys spending time with her friends and family and especially her young son.