Hilary is a specialist property and commercial lawyer and joins Holland Beckett's property and commercial practice, working closely with Dean Thompson and his team.   

“The appointment comes at a time of significant momentum for the firm as we grow our commercial and development practices,” says Dean Thompson, Partner at Holland Beckett. 

Hilary enjoys a wide variety of work for private clients, property developers and commercial clients, with expertise in residential and commercial property transactions and finance, property development, conveyancing, subdivisions, commercial leasing, franchising and contract matters. She also has a special interest in trusts, asset planning and protection with significant experience in complex or large estates. Hilary was named as one of New Zealand Lawyer’s Rising Stars in 2022. 

Born in Ōhope, Hilary has strong connections to Whakatāne and the Eastern Bay of Plenty. She has called Tauranga home for more than a decade and holds strong relationships within the community.

The Bay of Plenty based firm has almost outgrown their current Tauranga premises and will be moving to new offices in the CBD next year.