MILLICENT (MILLIE) GOLDWATER
Roseneath
Summary
People-orientated, empathetic team player with strong legal and advisory skills. Proven track record in providing strategic legal advice and achieving favorable outcomes for clients. Demonstrated expertise in public law, litigation and negotiation, showcasing keen ability to collaborate effectively and adapt to dynamic legal environments.
My interests include travel, reading, sports, yoga, ocean swimming and enjoying Wellington on a good day with my husband and one year old daughter.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Solicitor
The New Zealand Treasury
09.2019 - Current
- Provision of oral and written advice on various matters, in particular, including: Legislation that the Treasury administers; the activities and statutory obligations of Ministers, the Treasury, Crown-owned companies and Crown entities; commercial transactions and advice to support the New Zealand Capital Markets Directorate and New Zealand Export Credit functions within the Treasury; and the Crown-Māori relationship and its implications for the Treasury's work.
- Establish strong relationships with internal and external clients by demonstrating exceptional understanding of their unique legal concerns.
- Handle a diverse caseload while maintaining rigorous attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work.
- Mentor junior solicitors, enhancing their professional development and legal expertise.
Senior Legal and Constitutional Advisor
Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (Cabinet Office)
06.2022 - 09.2022
- I was seconded to the Cabinet Office from Treasury as the Senior Legal and Constitutional Advisor.
- In this role, I was responsible for legal and constitutional advice to the Governor-General and the Prime Minister affecting executive government, especially those contained in the Cabinet Manual.
Solicitor
Matthews Law
11.2018 - 09.2019
- Advised on a broad range of competition, data protection and regulatory legal work.
- Assisted clients in navigating regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance and mitigating potential risks.
Solicitor (former graduate & legal intern)
Meredith Connell
06.2017 - 11.2018
- Junior Crown Prosecutor appearing regularly in the Auckland District and High Court.
- Broad range of involvement in civil litigation files.
- Committee member of the New Zealand Young Lawyers Society
Undergraduate academic Tutor
University of Auckland
07.2017 - 11.2017
- Tutored first year law students in Law 131
Academic Tutor
Crimson Consulting, NCEA Campus
01.2012 - 11.2017
- Various tutoring roles throughout my studies, including at Crimson Consulting, the Learning Collaborative, Kip McGrath, NCEA Campus and tutoring privately to a range of students (aged 5 - 18).
Legal Assistant
Auckland District Health Board
04.2015 - 07.2017
- Assisted with research, drafting legal submissions and contracts, providing legal advice to key stakeholders within the Auckland DHB.
Summer Clerk
Kensington Swan
11.2015 - 01.2017
- Completed two summer clerkships in the general litigation and employment team.
- Conducted extensive legal research using various databases, contributing to successful case outcomes.
- Drafted court documents and submissions.
Education
Bachelor of Law And Arts -
University of Auckland
11-2017
Transnational Law - International Law
Georgetown University CTLS
Kings College, London05-2017
St Mary's College
Auckland, NZ01-2012
Timeline
Senior Legal and Constitutional Advisor
Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (Cabinet Office)
06.2022 - 09.2022
Senior Solicitor
The New Zealand Treasury
09.2019 - Current
Solicitor
Matthews Law
11.2018 - 09.2019
Undergraduate academic Tutor
University of Auckland
07.2017 - 11.2017
Solicitor (former graduate & legal intern)
Meredith Connell
06.2017 - 11.2018
Summer Clerk
Kensington Swan
11.2015 - 01.2017
Legal Assistant
Auckland District Health Board
04.2015 - 07.2017
Academic Tutor
Crimson Consulting, NCEA Campus
01.2012 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Law And Arts -
University of Auckland
Transnational Law - International Law
Georgetown University CTLS
St Mary's College
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