YOUR TRUSTED LEGAL PARTNER IN THE BAY OF PLENTY AND NATIONWIDE.
Pawson Law is a specialist criminal, traffic, immigration, and military law firm based in Tauranga, serving clients across the Bay of Plenty and wider North Island. With decades of combined experience, our team provides dedicated, results-driven legal representation when it matters most.
We believe in transparent, fixed-fee pricing wherever possible, so you know exactly what to expect. Our lawyers are known for their tenacity, thorough preparation, and genuine care for every client’s outcome.
EXPERIENCE THAT
MATTERS.
Our lawyers have real-world experience in prosecution and defence, NZDF legal matters, and regulatory and transport law.
STRATEGIC
APPROACH.
We only take on cases where we can make a real difference, giving each client our full attention.
TRUSTED
RELATIONSHIPS.
We maintain strong relationships with courts, regulatory bodies, and enforcement agencies to support favourable outcomes.
CLIENT-FOCUSED
COMMUNICATION.
You’ll always know what’s happening with your case, and we explain your options clearly and honestly.
NO SURPRISES.
Pawson Law operates a fixed-fee model for most services, giving clients certainty over costs and reducing stress. Unlike many firms that charge by the hour, we provide upfront pricing for services such as work licence applications, immigration applications, and criminal or transport law cases.
- No unexpected billing for phone calls, letters, or routine correspondence during business hours.
- Transparent pricing for court representation and legal submissions.
- Credit card payments accepted for urgent or time-sensitive matters.
We believe that fixed fees allow us to focus on achieving the best outcomes for our clients, rather than managing billable hours.
MEET OUR
PEOPLE
Our team of experienced lawyers combines decades of courtroom and investigative experience. Each member is committed to achieving the best possible outcome for clients, providing practical advice, clear communication, and professional advocacy.
DAVID PAWSON
DIRECTOR & LAWYER
David is a senior lawyer with a background in criminal, transportation, and military law. He has over 30 years of relevant experience.
Eleanor Dyche
DIRECTOR & LAWYER
Eleanor is an experienced lawyer, specialising in discharge without conviction applications, criminal matters, and complex immigration cases.
Natasha Hartigan
LAWYER
Natasha is an experienced criminal lawyer who deals with a wide range of criminal matters from traffic matters to serious violence.
Alexandra Dawick
LAWYER
Alexandra is an experienced criminal lawyer and deals with a wide range of criminal matters including traffic, violence, drugs, and fraud.
REBECCA CLARKE
LAWYER
Rebecca has a solid background in criminal law, having previously worked for the Public Defence Service in Auckland.
Rebecca Guthrie
LEGAL SECRETARY
Rebecca is Pawson Law’s legal secretary and is a qualified lawyer. She obtained her law degree in the UK working in Clinical Negligence.
Ella Pottage
LEGAL SECRETARY
Ella is a Legal Secretary with criminal law experience who is committed to supporting clients throughout the legal process.
Rebecca Morgan
RECEPTIONIST
Rebecca (Becca) has many years’ experience working as a court registrar and provides valuable support to our clients and staff.