Olivia specialises in regulatory litigation and investigations by central and local government agencies.

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With extensive experience working for both central and local government regulators, Olivia has a detailed understanding of the expectations of New Zealand regulators and how best to navigate their investigative and enforcement procedures.

Clients appreciate Olivia’s ability to provide client-focused, accessible and practical advice. Olivia is committed to providing timely, tailored guidance to those facing regulatory investigations, and proactive advice to those wanting to improve their regulatory compliance. Her nuanced understanding of public sector agencies makes her well-placed to guide individuals and businesses through the challenges of meeting their compliance obligations.

Olivia has previously worked as a criminal barrister, acting as defence counsel on a broad range of criminal prosecutions.

Recent highlights

  • Acting for a local government agency in relation to significant environmental offending under both the Resource Management Act and Building Act.
  • Providing tailored advice to clients on their compliance obligations under the Medicines Act.
  • Achieving the first “pre-charge” enforceable undertaking under the Health and Safety at Work Act in New Zealand.
  • Prosecuting a multi-national organisation for offending under the Health and Safety at Work Act. This resulted in a significant financial penalty and investment into new and improved equipment to prevent future harm.
  • Providing proactive advice to businesses entering the New Zealand market from overseas, to ensure their product offerings are compliant with New Zealand regulatory requirements under the Contracts of Insurance Act and Fair Trading Act.
  • Delivered training to regulatory compliance staff about how to conduct themselves as witnesses in-trial.

Olivia 's insights

Middle East conflict: implications of the war on the freight and logistics sector

28 April 2026

Health and Safety reforms answer some questions, but pose more

12 March 2026

Global Insurance Law Connect (GILC) Insights

9 March 2026

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