Regulatory Licencing & Appeals.
Regulatory decisions can have serious implications for your business and reputation. Pawson Law provides strategic advice and representation – helping you challenge decisions, maintain compliance, and protect your position.
Protect Your Licence – Protect Your Livelihood
If your licence or certification has been suspended, revoked, or declined, your ability to work and support yourself may be at risk.
At Pawson Law, we specialise in “fit and proper person” matters, helping clients challenge decisions made by regulatory bodies and protect their professional standing.
We assist with:
- Suspensions, revocations, and refusals of licences or certifications
- “Fit and proper person” assessments
- Submissions to regulatory bodies to avoid cancellation or suspension
- Appeals to the District Court and higher courts where required
These decisions are often based on factors such as criminal convictions, demerit points, or allegations affecting your suitability to hold a licence. In some cases, decisions can be unfair, disproportionate, or poorly reasoned—and can be successfully challenged.
Where possible, we act early—making strategic submissions to the relevant authority to prevent suspension or revocation.
If a decision has already been made, we provide strong appellate advocacy, including Court representation where required.
Unlike non-legal providers, our lawyers can represent you in Court and navigate complex legal issues effectively.
We regularly act in matters involving:
New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA)
- Licence suspensions and revocations
- Transport Service Licences (TSL) and Goods Service Licences (GSL)
- Medical-based revocations
- Appeals to the District Court
Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)
- Private Pilot Licences (PPL)
- Commercial Pilot Licences (CPL)
- Operator certifications
- Engineering certifications
Firearms Licensing
- Firearms licence suspensions and revocations
- Commissioner appeals
- Appeals to the District Court and High Court
Security Licensing (PSPLA)
- Certificates of Approval (CoA)
- Applications, refusals, and revocations
- Appeals to the District Court
Vehicle Impoundment
- Impoundment of private vehicles
- Impoundment of commercial vehicles (including CVST matters)
These matters are often urgent and subject to strict timeframes. Early advice is critical to protect your appeal rights.
We understand how regulatory bodies make decisions—and how to challenge them effectively.
Our approach is strategic, practical, and results-focused, with a strong emphasis on protecting your ability to work and maintain your livelihood.
Fixed Fees & Transparent Pricing
We offer competitive, fixed-fee pricing for most matters.
Where a fixed fee is agreed:
- You will not be charged for routine calls, emails, or correspondence
- There are no hidden costs or “6-minute unit” billing practices
We also accept credit card payments for urgent matters.
Many licensing and regulatory decisions are subject to strict time limits. Delay can significantly affect your ability to appeal or reapply. Contact Pawson Law as soon as possible to protect your position.
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CONTACT
PAWSON LAW
LOCATION
20 Park Street, Tauranga 3110
New Zealand