Qualifications : LLB, BA, Victoria University of Wellington.

After starting her legal career with the High Court Registry, Clara joined Tompkins Wake in 2022 as a solicitor in our Dispute Resolution Team. Clara spent a year focusing on Immigration and Employment law before joining our Environment Team.

Her time assisting with dispute resolution has given Clara experience in mediation, court processes, legal research and the preparation of legal submissions and evidence, complementing her work in the resource management and local government sectors. Clara also has practical experience in navigating and explaining legislation from her time as a Court Registry Officer.