Profile

Hayden joined Gilbert Walker in 2024. Prior to joining Gilbert Walker, he was a solicitor at MinterEllisonRuddWatts. He has particular experience in construction disputes.

While at university, Hayden was a finalist and runner-up in the Greg Everard, John Haigh, and Stout Shield Mooting competitions. He was a style editor for the Auckland Law Review and tutored first-law year law. Since graduating, Hayden has continued to tutor at Auckland Law School.

Credentials

  • LLB (Hons) / BA (Auckland)

  • Admitted to the Bar in 2023

Experience

  • acting for two listed Australasian construction contractors in relation to a professional negligence claim against the designers of a major roading infrastructure project, and a related insurance dispute