Angela Sutton - CV - April 2016

Angela Sutton

111 Corokia Place, Matarangi, R.D. 2, Whitianga 3592Ph: 07 777 4011 Email: [email protected] Mob: 0275 377 002

LAWYER – PROJECT MANAGER - WRITERExperienced - Professional - Talented Communicator

A highly dedicated and successful individual benefiting from significant experience within the legal sector in New Zealand and overseas. A wealth of knowledge gained primarily in litigation complemented with specialist expertise in real estate agency practice and compliance issues, and Advertising Law and in discrete aspects of Media law.

Described as a talented communicator and as an enterprising and dedicated professional with a broad range of skills; considered and strategic; highly analytical; lateral thinker; delivers outstanding results; has an excellent ability to follow company framework and objectives to achieve desired outcomes and a proven history of working effectively with Government departments and local bodies.

Is an accomplished relationship manager with outstanding interpersonal skills. Evaluates client needs through thorough interviewing, fact-finding and research and provides sound and innovative solutions. Exceptional ability to self-manage, achieve key objectives, inspire others and to direct and supervise.

Enjoys challenges and variety while being committed to achieving outcomes that not only meet the requirements of her employer but also her own exacting standards and expectations.

KEY SK IL LS AND EXPE R T I SE

Highly skilled lawyer with significant legal experience acquired in NZ, Australia & England – primarily in litigation & dispute resolution

Specialist in real estate agency compliance, Advertising Law & Broadcasting Standards

Proven Project Manager Commercially astute Innovative & strategic problem solver Confident communicator with proven

networking & relationship building abilities Delivers exceptional client care & service

Accomplished researcher & analyst Insightful interviewer & investigator Talented legal draftswoman Honest, warm, dedicated, reliable &

versatile Published author of numerous articles

distilling legal authorities & providing helpful commentary – particularly in the field of real estate agency compliance

Proficient using Microsoft Word & Outlook & other software programmes

S IG N I F ICA NT ACH IE V EME NTS

Acquired considerable litigation and other valuable legal experience during successful legal career including supporting and representing clients in various Courts and Tribunals in both New Zealand and England.

Considered an expert in advertising compliance by the Advertising Standards Authority Inc.

Overwhelmingly achieved positive outcomes for advertiser clients that frequently resulted in considerable cost savings for them and regularly assisted to enhance or, at least preserve, their reputations and credibility in the market place.

Authored numerous articles published in the monthly journal of the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand Inc. (REINZ) ordinarily relating to industry compliance and associated matters.

Managed the Television Commercial Approvals Bureau (TVCAB) – now known as the Commercial Approvals Bureau (CAB) - whenever the Executive Director (ED) was absent. Was required to manage all aspects of the TVCAB’s business and was comfortable running the Bureau single-handedly – responsibilities included: assessing and approving television commercials, scripts and concepts; investigating, researching and resolving complaints informally (whenever possible) from competitors and the public; regularly liaising with stakeholders and customers; taking Board Minutes; managing the office and accounts payable and receivable when office admin staff were unavailable; presenting to industry participants

Angela SuttonPh : 07 777 4011 Email: [email protected] Mob: 027 5377 002

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from time to time to assist with educating them in advertising compliance with the Law, relevant Codes of Practice and Broadcaster policy.

Obtained intensive and diverse exposure to the operations of Territorial Authorities, especially the Auckland Council, and drafted numerous submissions for Local Boards in relation to proposed policies, bylaws, plans and Government legislation.

ACADE MIC QUA L I F ICA T I ONS

Certificate of Proficiency in Resource Management Law 1999University of Auckland

Certificates of Proficiency in Film and Television Studies and Intellectual Property Law 1993University of Auckland

Law Professional Course 1983University of Auckland

Bachelor of Law – LLB 1982University of Auckland

PRO FE SS IO NAL EXPE R IE NCE

Administrator/Coordinator March 2016 to PresentCreative Mercury Bay, WhitiangaContracted on a part-time basis to Creative Mercury Bay (“CMB”), I am responsible for assisting the CEO and Board Chair with a wide and diverse range of coordination and administration services which both support and help expedite the provision of artistic performances and workshops to the Mercury Bay community.

Barrister May 2015 to Oct 2015Self-Employed, Auckland Provided legal services primarily delivering prompt and appropriate legal advice in one of my specialist areas – namely, advertising law and compliance.

Advertising Compliance Consultant Apr 2015 to May 2015Self-Employed, AucklandProvided advertising compliance consultancy services to advertisers and/or their agents.

Howick Local Board Mar 2013 – Oct 2014

Project Manager/ConsultantAuckland Council, AucklandEngaged to assist the Howick Local Board manage a number of significant projects. Responsibilities included liaising and coordinating with stakeholders and with local organisations and individuals; research and analysis, sourcing, compiling and condensing relevant information into suitable formats; developing and conducting community needs surveys as required; drafting persuasive copy, documents and reports for consideration, primarily, by Auckland Council officers and the Howick Local Board.

Maungakiekie-Tamaki and Puketapapa Local Boards Dec 2013 – June 2014Project Manager/Consultant Auckland Council, AucklandEngaged to assist the Maungakiekie-Tamaki (“M-T”) and Puketapapa Local Boards and their supporting Auckland Council Officers with reviewing their existing work programmes and with developing an improved and user-friendly work programme template. Also responsible for analysing survey data and key stakeholder feedback received in respect of the draft M-T Local Board Plan and for supporting the M-T Local Board Members through collecting their feedback and drafting informal and formal submissions on various pieces of proposed legislation and with other Auckland Council and/or Local Board proposals, projects, plans and/or initiatives.


Legal Counsel, Australia & New Zealand May 2012 to Nov 2012Eyeworks New Zealand Limited, AucklandEngaged pursuant to a six month fixed-term employment contract as maternity leave cover for long-standing Legal Counsel. Primary tasks: to draw up employment, independent contractor, production, licensing and funding agreements and to provide legal advice to Eyeworks, inter alia, on film industry IP issues, employment law and contractual matters and in respect of miscellaneous complaints arising out of both their Auckland and Sydney-based offices.

Barrister Sept 2005 to Sept 2011Self-Employed, AucklandProvided legal services [ordinarily] on a contract basis working predominantly with REINZ and DB Breweries Limited delivering prompt and appropriate legal advice in my specialist areas of advertising and real estate agency compliance. I had significant involvement in facilitating dispute resolution and in providing positive outcomes for clients.

Advisory Services Manager Oct 2010 to Apr 2011REINZ, AucklandEmployed on six month contract to provide advice to the REINZ Board of Directors, management and members on a wide range of real estate agency-related matters while the REINZ was going through a crucial transitional phase in the wake of new legislation rendering this organisation’s membership base voluntary. The REINZ also had a significant number of outstanding projects which I was tasked to urgently review or initiate, manage and progress, and wherever possible, complete within the term of my contract. In particular, I:

Provided key leadership and knowledge, substantial drafting input and crucial liaising skills to facilitate the completion of important projects including substantially revised REINZ (and joint REINZ/Auckland District Law Society Inc.) forms and agreements and REINZ information booklets incorporating legislative changes and reflecting contemporary practices.

Lead the Advisory Services team ensuring accurate and timely delivery of information to members through both conventional and contemporary channels such REINZ website content, REINZ journal articles, Podcasts and Webcasts.

Worked collaboratively with the Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors to provide legal assistance and advice.

Assisted in the development of a REINZ Inter-Agency Dispute Resolution Service, and a REINZ Legal Referral Service for members.

Materially contributed towards reversing the trend of members leaving REINZ following the REAA 2008, in attracting back members who had left REINZ and in acquiring new members.

Instructed and routinely liaised with external legal providers to ensure projects and complex legal issues dealt with accurately and progressed in an efficient and timely manner.

Contract Lawyer Sept 2007 to Sept 2008Canwest MediaWorks NZ Ltd, AucklandContracted on a part-time basis, I held a key role assisting General Counsel / Company Secretary with reviewing, assessing and responding to formal complaints about television and radio programming broadcast on television channels and radio stations operated by Canwest MediaWorks NZ Ltd. Responsibilities included:

Consulting and liaising with various company staff to enable accurate assessment of complaints.

Compiling material and conducting research to enable complaints to be appropriately addressed and responded to in a timely and compelling manner.

Determining complaint characteristics and developing appropriate responses. Writing official responses to formal complaints and drafting broadcaster decisions in respect

of all manner of complaints and enquiries.

Contract Lawyer – Compliance Oct 2005 – Sep 2006REINZ, AucklandEngaged as a contractor, I was responsible for key input towards the resolution of various compliance matters for the REINZ. I also authored regular articles for the REINZ’s national


magazine, then known as ‘The Journal’, and continued to do so until 2010, outside of this particular contract.

Legal Counsel – Compliance and Licensing Jul 2004 - Aug 2005REINZ, AucklandSpecialised in REINZ member compliance and real estate agency licensing matters. Primarily engaged in regulating, monitoring and enforcing member compliance in accordance with relevant legislation and with industry and related Codes of Practice.

Barrister Jun 2001 – Jul 2004Self-Employed, Auckland

Specialised in all aspects of advertising law, with particular emphasis on compliance with New Zealand Advertising Codes of Practice and with relevant legislation. Positive outcomes achieved included:

Writing a successful submission for DB Breweries Limited in the 2003 Liquor Advertising Review and Liquor Programme Code Consultation;

Drafting of numerous successful responses to the ASCB for advertisers in respect of complaints laid about their advertising across all media;

Successfully formulating and lodging a formal complaint to the ASCB on behalf of the NZ Automobile Association against State Insurance in respect of a complex and high profile multi media advertising campaign by State across television, radio and print media;

Regularly assessing, reviewing and advising on advertising content and concepts across all media.

Success in this role can be attested to by the fact that I am recommended by the Advertising Standards Authority Inc. as a lawyer having expertise in advertising compliance.

EAR L Y CAR E ER EXPE R IE NCEAlternate Therapeutic Advertising Pre-vetting System Adjudicator, Jun 2002 – Jun 2004Association of New Zealand Advertisers Inc. Auckland

Solicitor, Bell Gully, Auckland Sep 2000 - May 2001

Solicitor, Vallant Hooker and Partners, Auckland May 2000 - Sep 2000

Office Manager, Custom-Pak Plastic Products (1997) Ltd, Auckland Dec 1999 - Apr 2000

Senior Approvals Executive, Television Commercial Approvals Bureau Jul 1992 - Jul 1999(TVCAB), Auckland

Solicitor, Stace Hammond Grace & Partners, Hamilton Feb 1990 - Feb 1992

Solicitor, McElroy Milne, Auckland Jul 1985 - Jun 1986

Law Clerk / Solictor, Sellar Bone & Partners, Auckland Apr 1983 - May 1985

OVE R SEA S AND /OR LOCU M EMPLO YME NTThe following positions were undertaken while travelling and/or en route to various destinations:

Solicitor, Marks Healy Sands, Perth Jul 1989 - Dec 1989Solicitor, Simpson Grierson Butler White, Auckland Feb 1989 - June 1989Legal Adviser, London Waste Regulation Authority, London Sept 1988 – Nov 1988Legal Adviser, Libra Bank PLC. London April 1988 - June 1988Solicitor, Price Bieber & Co. /Radcliffe & Co. London Oct 1987 – Apr 1988Solicitor, Sellar Bone & Partners, Auckland June 1987 - July 1987

PRO FE SS IO NAL DEV E LO PMENTFirst Aid Level 1, St John 2014Introduction to Excel, Manukau Institute of Technology 2012Privacy Act 1993 Workshop, Office of the Privacy Commissioner 2011Power Point 2002/2003 Essential Skills, Ace Training 2008Real Estate Sales Certificate, The Academy, Harcourts 2007Real Estate Salespersons Certificate, Unitec 2006Career and Business Designs, Business-in-Action Programme – Writing 2003Career and Business Designs, Business-in-Action Programme – Legal 2002


Lawyers Engaged in Alternative Dispute Resolution (LEADR), Mediation Workshop 1999Pauline Baker, Interior Design Course – Stage 1 1997Management of the Small Business, Manukau Institute of Technology 1996Advanced Reading Skills – Speed Reading, Improved Communication Centre (New Zealand)1993Introduction to Computing, Waikato Polytechnic 1992Basic Typing, Tricia’s Total Co-ordination, Hamilton 1992

PER SO NA L STA T EME NT

Striving for excellence in all that I do and giving 100% to any challenge I undertake is ingrained in my nature. In addition I:

Enjoy challenging and interesting work - particularly where I can take ownership. I am also reliable and organised and pay excellent attention to detail and to deadlines.

Thrive on variety and am adaptable and versatile. Value collegial, friendly and vibrant workplaces. Believe strongly in justice, fairness, honesty and integrity. Am adept at identifying and implementing alternative approaches to resolving problems. Take pride in developing and maintaining excellent client and stakeholder relationships

and in resolving disputes as expeditiously and cost-effectively as circumstances permit. Am loyal and dedicated and a person who works well as part of a team or autonomously. Am an outgoing, social person with a good sense of humour and a strong ability to make

robust friendships. Gain a great sense of satisfaction from helping others. Am a passionate advocate for vulnerable people in our communities. Thrive on supporting and empowering people – from all walks of life - to be their best

selves and to reach their full potential.

RE F E R E E S - A V A I L A B L E O N R E Q U E S T


SC H E D U L E – A R E A S O F EX P E R T I S E (FU R T H E R DE T A I L )TVCAB

Assessing television commercials, scripts and concepts for compliance with relevant legislation, Advertising (self-regulatory) Codes of Practice, relevant Broadcasting Standards Authority radio and television programme Codes, broadcaster policy, Advertising Standards Complaints Board decisions and other precedents

Verbal and written communications Investigating advertising claims and analysing and evaluating substantiation Research Monitoring changes in legislation and in the governing Codes and implementing same Advising on and suggesting alternate, compliant advertising copy Dealing with domestic and international inquiries and complaints Liaising with industry bodies and appropriate Government departments including the

ASCB, ANZA, 3 As (now CAANZ), ASA, LAPS, TAPS, NZTBC, Ministry of Health and the Commerce Commission

Dispute Resolution Guest lecturer at the University of Auckland Prioritising tasks to comply with frequent deadlines Managing and motivating personnel Office administration including accounts receivable and payable, invoicing and data entry Secretary to the Board of the TVCAB

LEGAL Client Contact Interviewing and taking instructions, Liaising and advising on legal issues,

Correspondence, Meetings and Court Appearances, Briefing

Research and Documentation Drafting all manner of proceedings for use in Court, before Tribunals, and in Arbitrations Preparing bundles for trial (in England) Preparing contracts, leases and conveyancing documents Preparing Liquor Licensing Applications Research into numerous issues involving many and varied areas of law

AppearancesDistrict Court Defended Hearings, Pleas in Mitigation, Interlocutory Matters, Duty Solicitor

High Court Bankruptcy and Winding-Up Proceedings, Appeals, Juniored in Civil and Criminal Cases

Tribunals Advertising Standards Complaints Board & the Advertising Standards Complaints Appeals

Board, Refugee Status Appeals Authority, Refugee Status Branch of NZ Immigration Service, Accident Compensation Corporation, Employment Tribunal, Planning Authorities

Chambers Applications (Overseas) Local, District and Supreme Courts (Western Australia) Before Registrars at the Divorce Registry (England) and before various Masters of the

High Court (England) Taxing Masters – Local and District Courts (Western Australia)

Areas of Practice Advertising Fair Trading Intellectual Property including copyright, trade marks, passing off, breach of confidence Refugee Status applications and appeals Arbitration General Civil and Commercial Insurance including motor vehicle and Public Liability insurance Liquor Licensing Applications Family Criminal Bankruptcy/Liquidation Employment Tenancy Disputes Resource Management Accident Compensation Personal Injury (England)


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Angela Sutton - CV - April 2016