After kickstarting her career as a Research Assistant and Chief District Court Judge’s Clerk in Wellington, Bayley returned to her roots in the Taranaki region in 2018 and delved into general practice. This saw Bayley in the realms of family law, personal planning, commercial, property and other areas. As part of her general practice role, Bayley most regularly appeared in the Family Court, but she also represented clients in Māori Land Court, District Court, Tenancy Tribunal and Court of Appeal cases.
Bayley has also assisted with matters related to resource consent applications, private plan changes and district plan reviews, drafted submissions on central government legislation and assisted with legislative reform.
In joining our Litigation Team, Bayley shifted her focus to her key areas of interest – resource management and civil disputes. Bayley also assists Te Tira Hau Ture (our Māori legal services team) in providing advice on Māori land and governance matters. Her broad experience and strong research expertise assists Bayley with easily understanding and advising on different legal issues.
Outside of Govett Quilliam
Bayley is committed to making a positive impact on her community and preserving our local environment. She actively contributes to the Taranaki Kiwi Trust, where she has served on the board since 2020 and was appointed chairperson in 2023. In addition to her environmental governance work, Bayley frequently participates in local musical theatre productions, showcasing her passion for the arts.
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