Pacific heritage important to alumnus and government advisor
At 13, Ta'atiti Ioane Tuupo attended his brother's university graduation, wearing his gown. He vowed to wear his own gown one day, and he fulfilled that promise.
Alumni of Te Piringa Faculty of Law
Te Piringa – Faculty of Law has produced many talented graduates who have gone on to become leaders in the profession, locally and internationally.
Among them are judges, partners and owners of law firms, and decision makers at the top levels of law, government and business. Read articles about them.
Alumni in the news
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Chief Human Rights Commissioner recognised with Honorary Doctorate
New Zealand's Chief Human Rights Commissioner, Paul Hunt, honored with a Doctorate from the University of Waikato for his substantial contributions to global human rights and equality.
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Using her degree to further the family business
Armed with a conjoint degree in law and management, Alana Tyrell is helping her family business create better opportunities for Pasifika and her local community.
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Pure grit gets law student to graduation
Hearing law graduate Benny Jones speak about her journey is almost like attending a life coaching seminar – immensely motivational.
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Three, two, one, lift-off – launching law at Rocket Lab
When University of Waikato alumna Courtney Dick secured a role as the in-house lawyer for Rocket Lab, she had to get up to speed on space law.
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Rewards of family law make it all worth it for graduate
It takes a special type of person to be a family lawyer. The work can be emotional and stressful but the rewards are worth it. Just ask Tekatau Bio.
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Law alumnus is grateful for lessons learned at Waikato
Wayne Hofer is a Covid-19 returnee. It’s one of his many titles including Senior Associate, husband and father, triathlete, and University of Waikato alumnus.
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Rugby, law and travel - an unbeatable mix
Waikato law graduate Mungo Mason’s average day is all about rugby, and he’s taken the rugby skills he learned in New Zealand around the world.
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Scholarships a springboard to a brighter future for Sam
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Set big goals and be inspired
Students
Students who study at Te Piringa – Faculty of Law develop well-rounded skills that enable them to become outstanding law practitioners. Our students are inquisitive, culturally-aware, and develop the expertise and skills needed to adapt to the world’s changing legal landscape.
Our unique focus on learning practical skills is a key feature of the Waikato law programme, and after graduating our students are in high demand across a range of legal positions.
Staff
Te Piringa – Faculty of Law staff are leaders in legal education and conduct cutting-edge research that is interdisciplinary, doctrinal, theoretical and contextual, covering a wide range of legal areas.
Many of our staff are nationally and internationally-recognised in their fields of expertise, and are often called upon to provide commentary on a wide range of issues.
Read more stories about our Staff
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What rights do NZ children and their parents have when giving consent to be vaccinated?
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How far should compulsory proof of vaccination go — and what rights do we have?
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A broken law: Rise of for-profit porn sites leaving 'revenge porn' victims stuck
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The debate over transgender athletes’ rights is testing the current limits of science and the law
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Sexual Violence Legislation Bill eases brutality of court process for complainants
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