Our Team
GLENN MASON
Barrister
Glenn has more than 25 years’ experience as a civil and family litigator. After finishing his Master's degree in law at Victoria University, he worked as a Judge’s Research Counsel for the District and Family Courts’ Judges of the Central Region before going into a Barristers’ chambers with more experienced colleagues. Initially Glenn's practice was mostly criminal and family law with some civil litigation but after 12 years of criminal law he left that to focus on family and civil litigation. Glenn's family practice still includes a component of Lawyer for the Child work.
The civil litigation now includes some employment work including appearances in the Employment Relations Authority and Employment Court. Trust, estate, relationship property and contractual disputes are the staple of Glenn's work. Glenn has appeared in the District, Family, and High Courts, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court.
While a win in court is professionally satisfying, a large part of Glenn's work is resolving cases outside of court. Sometimes that is not possible which is when the Courts and good representation are essential for there to be access to justice.
Email: Glenn@glennmason.co.nz
KARINA JOB
Employed Barrister
Karina has grown up in the Manawatu and returned to Palmerston North after completing a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws at Victoria University.
Karina has been practicing in Palmerston North since 2006. She has practiced in large law firms as a general practitioner with particular expertise in elder law, trusts and property matters.
In 2021, Karina commenced practice as in-house Counsel for Oranga Tamariki, and in 2023 joined our team to pursue her passion for family law.
Karina considers it a privilege to be your trusted advocate at a time that can be incredibly stressful. She is committed to building a strong relationship of trust and confidence with her clients and providing legal advice which is clear and practical.
Karina is an approved legal aid provider for family services as well as a provider of the Family Legal Advice Service.
Email: Karina@glennmason.co.nz
LISA TYLER
Legal Executive
Lisa has more than 24 years’ experience in running litigation files and assists Glenn with civil litigation claims, building disputes and civil enforcement procedures such as bankruptcy and liquidation.
Lisa also has in excess of 14 years’ experience in running employment files. She provides sound and timely advice to both employers and employees in all aspects of employment law. She adopts a no-nonsense, sensible approach with a strong emphasis on achieving fairness for her clients.
Lisa assists clients with issues that have arisen within the workplace and after the employment relationship has come to an end. She regularly attends mediation with clients and has assisted Glenn with matters in the Employment Relations Authority.
Lisa qualified as a Legal Executive in 1994 and in 2018 completed a Graduate Diploma in Business Studies in Dispute Resolution through Massey University.
Lisa is always keen to discuss with client's alternative dispute resolution options so they can determine which process may suit them best taking into account the cost-effectiveness and timeliness of the various options available to resolve their dispute.
JESSE WILSON
FDR Mediator and
Legal Secretary
Jesse is an accredited Family Dispute Resolution Mediator.
Jesse has extensive knowledge and experience of family law matters which includes care of children issues.
Jesse provides top level of support to the team ensuring that the legal service our clients receive is second to none.
Through Family Dispute Resolution Mediation, Jesse enjoys assisting and empowering people to reach their own care agreements for their children, especially in difficult and emotionally stressful times.
RACHEL O'DEA
Office Administrator
Rachel ensures our systems are running smoothly while at the same time giving day to day administration assistance.
Rachel is the friendly face who will greet you at reception and helps the team to deliver a great service.
Email: Rachel@glennmason.co.nz