Sydney works across insolvency, commercial disputes, relationship property matters and estate litigation.
After beginning my career at Canterbury Legal as a law clerk in 2017, I was a member of the dispute resolution and litigation team at Canterbury Legal. After spending two years in London working at a top-tier international firm and a specialist insolvency practice, I returned to Canterbury Legal in 2024. That experience broadened by practice and sharpened how I approach dispute resolution.
Disputes are rarely straightforward. I focus on bringing clarity to complexity. I’ll ensure you understand your position, the risks involved and the realistic pathways available.
Preparation and communication are central to how I practise. Clients should never feel uncertain about where they stand.
Outside work, I enjoy exploring Christchurch’s food scene, cooking for friends and family and competing in the occasional pub quiz.
Disputes are rarely straightforward. I focus on bringing clarity to complexity. I’ll ensure you understand your position, the risks involved and the realistic pathways available.
Preparation and communication are central to how I practise. Clients should never feel uncertain about where they stand.
Outside work, I enjoy exploring Christchurch’s food scene, cooking for friends and family and competing in the occasional pub quiz.
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Clive Cousins
Director
Sydney Austin
Associate – Litigation
Grant Smith
Director
Sam Welsh
Senior Litigation Lawyer
Terena Te Whaiti
Litigation Lawyer
Callum McPetrie
Associate - Property & Commercial
Angela Ingrosso
Legal Executive - Conveyancing
Matthew Bowen
Law Clerk
Sue Cousins
Practice Manager
Chelsea Chong
Legal Administrator
