Employment Law Advice with Clarity, Care and Confidence
When workplace challenges arise, I believe the right legal guidance makes all the difference. As an Employment Barrister in Ōtautahi Christchurch, I offer practical, empathetic, and results-focused advice to both employers and employees.
Your legal advocate
As a knowledgable Employment Barrister, I have extensive experience in both Ōtautahi Christchurch and the United Kingdom. I combine professional expertise with an approachable style to make navigating employment issues less daunting for employers and employees. Whether you need representation, strategic advice, mediation or litigation support, I'm here to guide you through every step. I am passionate about what I do, and am a proud and trusted advisor to my clients.
Employment law expertise
Every workplace is different, and so are the challenges that arise. I work alongside you to provide tailored, pragmatic solutions - whether you’re an employer managing obligations or an employee seeking fair treatment.
Advice
Clear and practical legal counsel to help you navigate your legal obligations, or workplace challenges, and make informed decisions.
Representation
Strong and experienced representation at Mediation, or before the Employment Relations Authority (ERA) and Employment Court.
Investigations
Straightforward and timely independent investigations to enable businesses to get to the bottom of complex workplace problems and move forward with clarity and certainty.
Training
Bespoke training for you and your team, whether it’s an introduction to employment law or on a specific topic, I thoroughly enjoy upskilling my clients and learning from their experiences.
"Gwen Drewitt is an exceptional employment lawyer whose pragmatic, commercial and people-centred approach sets her apart in the field. She offers clear, actionable advice that balances legal requirements with business realities, always keeping her clients’ goals at the forefront. Gwen’s integrity and empathy ensure that every solution she provides is not only practical but also mindful of the individuals involved, making her a true strategic partner for any business. Having worked with Gwen for almost 10 years, I wholeheartedly recommend her services as she launches her own practice—she will deliver the insight, care, and results that clients need to succeed."
Jade, People & Performance Manager
"Managing employment relationships can be an area fraught with uncertainty. Gwen Drewitt never fails to provide the soundest advice; she is adept at considering various inherent complexities with good sense, offering intelligent practical and effective advice, with compassion and humanity. Gwen's availability, her mental agility, and most importantly for our non-profit organisation her compassionate and real-life approach to problems and solutions, means she is our barrister of choice, every single time. I absolutely recommend Gwen."
