Our People

Jay is the Principal and founder of Convey Law, the property law division of LAW.NZ Lawyers. Jay is a property law expert with over 18 years of experience in the legal sector. He advises clients across a broad range of sectors and industries, including commercial, business, estate, and immigration law. He is known for his ability to identify and understand the needs of his clients, and to develop strategies that result in positive outcomes. In his spare time, Jay has developed two software programs: Conveytrack, a conveyancing software, and honour.law, a legal practice management software with machine learning technology. Jay is dedicated to helping solo lawyers succeed in New Zealand. He believes they are important and wants to support them in building strong legal businesses. By sharing his knowledge, he guides them in improving their services. This benefits both the solo lawyers and makes sure more people in New Zealand can get good legal help.

ABOUT

John Jon is one of the directors of LAW.NZ Lawyers. He is also one of the committee members of ADLS Property Law.

John was born in Bangkok (Thailand) and lived in Saudi Arabia for more than ten years. He then moved to New Zealand and graduated from the University of Auckland with a Bachelor of Law and a Bachelor of Commerce (International Business). John is bilingual, fluent in both English and Korean.

John has always had a business flair as well as a legal mindset demonstrated by his young leadership role as a director of a company which imported electronic goods since 2003. John believes that this direct business experience makes him better prepared to assist clients reach their commercial objective rather than getting bogged down in legalistic matters.

John is a highly motivated person with a “can-do” attitude. John has an ability to couple traditional approaches to tackling problems and apply innovative and novel methods in order to reach a successful result for his clients. John is hard working and has efficient time management skills.

His main goal is to become a “good lawyer” by working closely with his clients to ultimately fulfil their needs in order to obtain the optimum result and maximum satisfaction for all involved.

 

OUTSIDE INTERESTS

John possesses a great passion for soccer and enjoys playing basketball, baseball and golf. His interest in his hobbies illustrates his openness towards sports in general due to the excitement, competitiveness and team work such games invoke.

John is also involved in the community as a captain of a local Korean soccer team in Auckland.

 

MAIN PRACTICE AREAS

• Property Development
• Business & Corporate
• Property

Deep is a Consultant Lawyer with us. He is an adaptable law practitioner with excellent research and drafting skills. Deep has worked intermittently with us since early 2015. Prior to practising law he worked as a warranted Immigration Officer with Immigration New Zealand for 4 years. As a migrant and former international student himself Deep has a good legal mind as an immigration lawyer. Over a decade of experience in all immigration matters gives him a thorough knowledge of Immigration New Zealand policies and procedures. He also has good interpersonal skills and experience in working with clients of different backgrounds and providing them the best outcome. Deep is our primary contact for immigration and employment law matters. He also handles residential property matters for sale, purchase and refinancing.

Deep’s legal experience includes successful applications up to the High Court level as well as at other courts and tribunals. He has a Master of Taxation Studies from the University of Auckland, a Bachelor of Laws and a Graduate Diploma in Business from AUT University, and a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology.

Deep Gill also works as an ACC lawyer, and can help you with ACC reviews and ACC appeals regardless of where in New Zealand you are. He is interested in ACC law for the purpose of helping others and maybe able to work as your ACC advocate on a no-win no-fee basis.

In his free time he struggles to keep up with his son 🙂

Lin Li is a confident, hard-working individual with an easy-going demeanor. In 2011, Lin earned his first law bachelor’s degree from a University in China, passed the National Judicial Examination, and obtained the Legal Profession Qualification Certificate of the People’s Republic of China in 2012. In 2014, he acquired the People’s Republic of China Lawyer’s License after years of dedication and hard work.

Prior to relocating to New Zealand, Lin served as a senior barrister in Beijing, China, where he worked on more than 40 cases in various legal fields, ranging from civil to criminal matters, in high-tier courts.

With over 10 years of experience in the legal industry, he has acquired a wealth of knowledge and expertise across various legal areas. His areas of expertise include civil litigation, property law, and immigration law, among others.

He completed a law degree from the Auckland University of Technology in year 2021 and is licensed to practice law in New Zealand. He is continually updating his skills and knowledge to stay abreast of changes in the law and to provide the best possible service to his clients.

Kush is one of the Solicitors at Convey Law.

Kush is a dynamic and accomplished individual with a diverse background who has demonstrated ability to think critically and devise effective solutions to complex issues. Her strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence have consistently enabled her to deliver high-quality services in her work.

While completing her Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) in New Zealand, Kush gained valuable experience working in customer-centric and corporate world for many years, including her previous role as a Data Collection Analyst working with diverse stakeholders, handling high volumes of data, and ensuring accuracy and compliance. Bilingual in both Sinhala and English, Kush served as the Sri Lankan youth representative in NZ and is a dedicated human rights advocate who has contributed to initiatives surrounding eliminating food poverty in New Zealand. She is dedicated and committed to social justice and her ability to make a meaningful impact on important issues and aspire to become a well-established lawyer.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Kush is a renowned musician within the Sri Lankan community and stage audiences of Auckland. With a passion for music, Kush has achieved significant recognition, winning performance awards from a young age. She is also a professional dancer and a visual artist in her spare time.

Carol is a Senior solicitor at Convey Law, known for her precision, cultural insight, and commitment to compliance excellence. a local from Millwater, Auckland, and fluent in both Mandarin and English, Carol brings a valuable multicultural perspective to her legal practice—particularly in property law and anti-money laundering (AML) compliance.

Carol serves as a committee member of the AML/CFT Law Committee at the Law Association of New Zealand, where she contributes to the advancement of best practices and regulatory guidance across the legal profession. Her expertise helps ensure that Convey Law maintains the highest standards of risk management and statutory compliance, particularly for high-value and cross-border property transactions.

Carol is passionate about making legal processes accessible and stress-free for all clients, including members of the local Chinese-speaking community. She is a trusted advisor for clients navigating complex regulatory and property matters, known for her thoroughness, empathy, and calm professionalism.

Kate is a law graduate at Convey Law, bringing a wealth of professional experience from her 15-year career in public relations at Samsung in South Korea. After completing her Bachelor of Laws (LLB) at the University of Canterbury in 2023 and the Professional Legal Studies Course through IPLS in early 2024, Kate was admitted to the bar as a barrister and solicitor of the High Court in Christchurch.

Kate has a strong interest in corporate, commercial, and contract law, with an innate understanding of how legal frameworks support strategic decision-making within businesses. Her background in communications uniquely equips her to bridge the gap between legal complexity and client clarity—delivering solutions that are not only legally sound but clearly understood.

Kate thrives in fast-paced environments and brings a high level of professionalism, time management, and adaptability to every client interaction. She is fluent in English and Korean, with working knowledge of Chinese, and is committed to supporting diverse communities through clear, empathetic legal guidance