James Watson

James Watson is a seasoned legal professional currently serving as a Senior Solicitor at Chapman Tripp since December 2021, with prior experience at AlexanderDorrington Lawyers and Skeates Law Limited, focusing on property law, trusts, and AML/CFT compliance. Watson began a career in coaching, first as Head Swimming Coach at Kings Swim Club from 2014 to 2016, and previously held coaching roles at Kings School Auckland and UNIS Hanoi. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Law from Auckland University of Technology, Professional Legal Studies from The College of Law Australia, and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from The University of Auckland.