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North Canterbury's Trusted Legal Team

Welcome to Conway Lane Law, North Canterbury’s trusted legal team.

We offer services in property, commercial, matrimonial and general practice law. We are focused on keeping legal fees affordable for our clients and have adopted fixed fees for many of our services so you can have certainty around your legal costs from the outset.

Meet Our Directors

Rangiora lawyers Tim Brown and Rachael Zaronis have combined their extensive legal experience to provide professional, efficient and cost-effective services to North Canterbury and beyond.

MEET OUR FULL TEAM
Director | Solicitor

Tim Brown

Tim graduated from the University of Otago with a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Commerce (Economics).  Tim began his legal career at Russell McVeagh in Auckland in 2004, before moving to London in 2007, where he worked for a large commercial law firm and as an in-house legal advisor for British Telecommunications.

In 2011, Tim returned to New Zealand and settled in Christchurch.  He worked at large Christchurch law firms before commencing work in Rangiora in 2015, where he became a partner in 2017.

Tim is an expert in all business law matters, including establishing new businesses, buying and selling existing businesses, restructuring and succession planning, commercial contracts, capital and debt funding, corporate governance and compliance.

Tim also advises clients on buying and selling property, leasing property, establishing and managing family trusts and other private client matters.

Ph: +64 3909 0101
Fax: 03 359 8240
Em: tim@conwaylaw.co.nz

Director | Solicitor

Rachael Zaronis

Rachael is a North Canterbury local, born and bred in Woodend. She graduated from the University of Canterbury with a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts in 2014. While studying, Rachael worked in a Christchurch law firm and then commenced work as a solicitor in Rangiora in 2015.

Rachael was part of the establishment of Conway Lane Law in 2017 and subsequently became a Director in January 2018, making her one of the youngest lawyers in New Zealand at the time to reach that position.

Rachael leads the property team at Conway Lane Law and has a comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of property law (including buying and selling property, subdivisions, easements, and occupation right agreements). Rachael and the property team specialise in helping first-home buyers into the property market, including assisting with KiwiSaver withdrawals, and also advise clients on lending, guarantees and refinancing.

Rachael has significant experience advising on relationship property matters, including the division of assets on separation, contracting out agreements, and property sharing arrangements. She works closely with clients to provide clear, practical advice during what can often be a complex and sensitive time.

Rachael also advises on wills, trusts, estates, enduring powers of attorney, dispute resolution, and provides independent legal advice on a variety of matters.

Ph: +64 3909 0101
Fax: 03 359 8240
Em: rachael@conwaylaw.co.nz

Director | Solicitor

Jennifer Jones

Jennifer joined Conway Lane Law as a Senior Associate in 2023 upon her return from the UK, where she worked for the UK’s leading conveyancing firm. She quickly proved herself to be an invaluable member of the team and, in recognition of her expertise and contribution, was promoted to Director in April 2026.

She has a comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of property law including buying and selling property, subdivisions and easements. She helps buyers and sellers confidently navigate the property market, including advising first-home buyers and assisting clients with bank lending and refinancing.

Jennifer also has a special interest in Relationship Property including Separation and Contracting Out Agreements. Just like in her property work she strives to help people navigate what can often be difficult and stressful times.

Jennifer also advises on wills, trusts, estates, enduring powers of attorney and provides independent legal advice on a variety of matters.

Ph: +64 3909 0101
Fax: 03 359 8240
Em: jennifer@conwaylaw.co.nz

Our Practice Areas & Services

Commercial & Business

Running a business can be busy and stressful. The last thing you want to be worrying about is legal compliance and business contracts.

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Estates, Trusts & Wills

They say there are only two certainties in life – death and taxes. Conway Lane Law can’t help you avoid either, but we can help you protect yourself, your loved ones and your assets.

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Property

At some stage in our lives, all of us will be involved in property transactions. Whether you are buying your first home, building on bare land, selling an investment property, subdividing rural land or renting a building, we can help.

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Family Law

There are many different types and stages of relationships. Some people want to protect their assets as they move into an exciting new phase of life. Others need to settle their relationship property on separation.

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