Tim grew up in New Plymouth and attended Spotswood College before heading to Otago University to complete a degree in law and a science degree in physiology and psychology.

Tim works with a number of Taranaki’s leading businesses in the areas of contracts, acquisitions, corporate structures and finance. Tim also has an extensive property law practice including house sales and purchases, landlord and tenant issues, land subdivision and property development. Tim is also highly regarded in the areas of trust law, wills and estate administration.

Giving back to the community is important to Tim. Throughout his entire career he has been an active and committed volunteer for many organisations including: Hospice Taranaki, Spotswood College Alumni Trustee, FC Western Football Club, Shorinji Kempo Martial Arts, New Plymouth Golf Club, Central Primary School, as well as a range of pro bono work as a solicitor for many community organisations. In 2019 Tim received a New Zealander of the Year Local Hero Award for his years of service to the Taranaki community.

Outside of the law and his extensive community work, Tim enjoys many sports and outdoor activities.