Our Team

Kay studied for her Law Degree at Waikato University, graduating with First Class Honours.  Prior to commencing practice with Johan Niemand in 2009, Kay was a partner at a law firm in Hamilton.

Over the years Kay has specialised in general litigation with a particular focus on relationship property and trust matters.  Kay is a qualified mediator and frequently leads Family Dispute Resolution Mediations.  She also has experience in the Coroner's Court.  The Family Court appoints Kay to act for children in family disputes.  In 2011, Kay received the Family Law Award at the annual New Zealand Law Awards.  In 2012, Kay received the New Zealand Litigation and Dispute Resolution Award. Kay is a Council member of Age Concern Hamilton. She also is a judicial officer and sits as a Disputes Tribunal Referee.

When Kay is not at work, she cherishes time with her family and walking the dog.  In the winter she can often be found on the mountain, skiing.

Fiona was admitted as a Barrister & Solicitor of New Zealand in July 2008. She was also admitted as a Barrister & Solicitor in the Supreme Court of Western Australia where she practised family law.  

Fiona specialises in Family Law including parenting orders, protection orders, guardianship issues such as relocation and relationship property.  Fiona is appointed by the Family Court to act for children in family disputes. Fiona heads the Free Legal Advice Service at the Western Community Centre and has a passion for providing legal assistance in the community when she can.

Outside of work her interests are socialising with friends, family and travel.

Cindy graduated from Waikato University in 2011 and spent the following years raising her two girls before commencing practice in conveyancing in 2014, then as a family lawyer in 2018 in South Auckland.

Cindy joined Niemand Peebles Hoult in 2022 and practices in family law, specialising in parenting, guardianship, family violence and relationship property matters. Cindy has been appointed by the Family Court to represent children in Care of Children Act matters, and subject persons in applications under the Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act. She takes a pragmatic approach and finds workable solutions for her clients.

Originally from the UK, Cindy travels back to visit family when she can, otherwise she enjoys spending time with her family here and stealing time to read a good book.

Sarah graduated from the University of Waikato in 2017 and was admitted as a Barrister & Solicitor the same year. Since then, she's worked primarily in Family Law, both in the Waikato and in Central Otago. She appears regularly in Court, and specialises in Care of Children Act, Domestic Violence Act, and Relationship property matters.   

Sarah is very adventurous, and when she's not working she spends all her spare time outdoors. Some of her hobbies include bikepacking, trail running, and hiking.  She's currently based abroad, working remotely for Niemand Peebles Hoult from the Northern Hemisphere.

Following her graduation from the University of Waikato, Tau was admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor of New Zealand in February 2018.

Prior to joining Niemand Peebles Hoult, Tau worked in Hawkes Bay for 5 years, specialising in Care of Children and Family Violence matters.  She has experience as a Mental Health lawyer and in Debt Recovery matters.

Tau regularly represents clients in the Family Court and when suitable, explores alternative methods that aim to resolve conflicts and lower stress in what are already stressful steps in people’s lives.

Outside of work, Tau enjoys playing volleyball and spending time with whanau and the Kiribati community.  

Zion graduated from the University of Waikato in 2023 and was admitted as a Barrister & Solicitor the same year.

Upon admission he worked as a Treaty of Waitangi lawyer for two years on the Kāpiti Coast. He joined the Niemand Peebles Hoult team on March 2025 specializing in Care of Children Act and Family Violence Act matters.

Zion is a deeply caring and compassionate lawyer that seeks to address client concerns in a precise, professional and mana-enhancing fashion.

Outside of work Zion enjoys spending time in the gym and with friends and whānau.  

Jaime graduated from Waikato University in 2017 and spent some time raising her children in between being admitted as a Barrister & Solicitor in May 2019.

Jaime has experience in working as a registrar in the Youth Court in Hamilton before commencing her legal practice in conveyancing in 2024. Jaime specialises in Relationship Property, Wills, EPOA's and Trusts at Niemand Peebles Hoult.

She has always known her passion was in family law as it is centred around people.

He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata!

What is the most important thing in the world? It is people, it is people, it is people!

Outside of work Jaime enjoys spending time in the gym, in the bush, and with friends and whānau.

Ange joined the team at Niemand Peebles Hoult in 2018 as receptionist. In 2022 she took on the role of Practice Manager and Trust Account Administrator.

Ange's interests outside of work include playing tennis and going to the gym. She also enjoys movies and travel.

Heather joined Niemand Peebles Hoult in September 2022 as receptionist. You will likely hear her friendly voice when you phone us and find her at reception when you visit.

Outside of work, Heather enjoys time with her grandchildren, loves baking and confesses to preferring summer over winter.

Max joined Niemand Peebles Hoult in November 2025. He has more than 10 years’ experience in retail across Australia and New Zealand, including automotive support-office roles. He will begin studying towards a Bachelor of Laws in 2026.

 Max enjoys cooking, movies, exploring the Waikato region, and spending his summer weekends swimming at Raglan.

Cheryl joined Niemand Peebles Hoult in November 2025 and has spent several years in family law, a field she thoroughly enjoys.

Outside of work, Cheryl enjoys tending to her garden, spending time with family, socialising with friends, and making the most of long summer evenings.

Mackenzie is a third-year student at the University of Waikato studying towards a Bachelor of Law.

She joined Niemand Peebles Hoult in March 2025.

Mackenzie's interests include spending quality time with family and friends, travel and enjoying the outdoors.

Kayla began studying towards a Bachelor of Law at the University of Waikato in 2023, minoring in International Relations and Security Studies. She started working for Niemand Peebles Hoult in February 2024.

Kayla’s interests outside of work include reading, tapestry, and adventuring.  She looks forward to learning more about family law throughout her role.