Solicitor

Bethany is a Solicitor at Smith and Partners, working within the Commercial and Property team. With a background in business and a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Auckland, she blends legal expertise with commercial insight to help clients navigate complex challenges.

Bethany is known for her meticulous attention to detail and approachable nature. She provides practical, tailored advice and builds trust-based relationships that support long-term success.

Outside of work, Bethany enjoys travelling, experimenting with nail art, and spending time with friends and family.

Recent Matters

Advising business owners on commercial leasing, including negotiating office and retail leases, licences to occupy, car park licences, lease variations, early exits and associated risk allocation.

Acting for buyers and sellers of owner managed businesses, including advising on transaction structure, legal due diligence and employee related matters arising on sale or acquisition, such as transfer obligations and risk management.

Advising founders, investors and business owners on shareholder arrangements, including shareholders’ agreements, ownership structures, buy outs, exit strategies and practical governance frameworks for small to medium sized enterprises.

Advising founders, investors and business owners on company establishment and structuring, including incorporations, constitutions, shareholders’ agreements and governance arrangements for small to medium sized enterprises.