Our PeoplE

Doug heads Cowan Law with a vision to provide clients with exceptional, effective and solutions-focused legal services. His collaborative approach is the hallmark of the practice, providing the most effective support for clients. He is a well seasoned litigator with experience in a wide range of New Zealand Courts and Tribunals.

Angie is a general practice lawyer with experience in property, immigration, trust and estates and litigation law. She maintains strong relationships with her Filipino links and prides herself on being a positive influence. Angie is fluent in English and Tagalog.

Jose is an experienced litigator who has represented clients in a wide range of legal forums. He has obtained excellent experience working for commercial clients on complex disputes.

Oliver has a wide range of legal experiences and has advised on property, trust, asset planning, company, commercial, banking, relationship property and alternative dispute resolution issues. He enjoys navigating complex legal issues and giving personalised guidance and support to his clients.

Gracie is a solicitor working across a range of property, commercial, private client and trust matters and is also involved in litigation work. Gracie studied history and law at Otago University and started her working career in Dunedin at Wilkinson Rodgers Lawyers.

Gabi is especially interested in construction law, property disputes and relationship property, and passionately engages with our staff to help clients across a range of legal issues.

Toni is passionate about helping first-time home buyers secure their first homes, helping negotiate relationship property matters, assisting in estate planning and helping individuals and families understand their rights before or after the sadness of a bereavement.

Janet has been our Business Support Manager for some time and brings a high standard of support to the team. She is often the person you will speak with first when making contact with our office and makes things happen here.

Sarah has worked in litigation for more than 15 years. Sarah assists the Cowan Law Litigation team with document search, discovery and general administration. Her document management and software expertise provides the team with effective and comprehensive support through all the components of the discovery process.

Bree is studying at Victoria University and assists our lawyers with research and drafting matters when her studies allow her the time to do so. She has an interest in a wide range of law, from litigation, commercial and business, contract and property law matters.

Dean has a range of professional and commercial experience that make him a highly valued Consultant to our lawyers and clients. He is particularly adept at resolving disputes without the need for litigation and dealing with complex business transactions and their related issues. He is also the first point of contact for any matters relating to the day to day operations of  Cowan Law.