Ian Lawrence was a foundation partner of the firm. He retired from the directorship of Johnston Lawrence in 2011 and will continue as a Consultant to the firm and clients.
Based in our Business & Property team, Ian continues to be primarily involved working with clients on trust and estate matters and also property law issues. Ian manages the firm’s nominee company.
In earlier years Ian was mayor and deputy mayor of Wellington and Regional Councilor. He was also Chair of the Local Government Superannuation Trustee Company; and Chair of Local Government Insurance Corporation.
The other Ian
Satisfying achievements?
Being a partner in a friendly, service oriented law firm.
When you’re not a lawyer?
Try to keep up swimming, tennis, "domestic duties" and friendships.
Wellington is the best city in NZ because?
Wellington provides excellent sporting and cultural opportunities, whilst being a "compact" city.
Specialty Areas
- Business Law
- Property
- Public Law
- Trusts, Estates, & Wills
- Nominee Company lending
“Ian was recommended to us by our mortgage broker as a leader in his field. ”