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Kristy O'Connor

Chair Law Alliance New Zealand Chair Law Alliance New Zealand

Director in Weston Ward & Lascelles, Christchurch

Kristy was a member of the LANZ Executive from October 2014, was elected Chair in 2019, and her term on the Executive came to an end in 2021.

Kristy graduated from the University of Canterbury in 1985.

She joined the firm Weston Ward & Lascelles in 1986 and became a Partner in 1991.

Kristy has practiced as a litigator for many years and has a wide range of experience in all areas of law. Her specialty is in Family Law. She has been appointed by the Court to represent children and young people in the Family Court, the High Court, and Youth Court. 

Kristy is married to Nigel and they have three daughters.