Andrew Hong

Andrew is a Senior Solicitor in our Dispute Resolution Team.

His approach to working with clients is conversational, patient, and practical. Andrew’s background as a university lecturer is one of his unique strengths, as it helps him to translate ‘legalese’ into plain English, guiding clients through what can be very difficult periods in their lives. He maintains a calm temperament and is comfortable in a courtroom setting when required. He enjoys the variety of matters that come across his desk.

Prior to focusing on practice, Andrew was the Disputes Resolution Convenor and Legal Method lecturer at the University of Waikato Te Piringa – Faculty of Law. He continues his passion for teaching at the University of Waikato by coaching student NZLSA national teams and attends as a guest lecturer.

Andrew is motivated by the desire for incremental improvements—loving to learn how something works, why it works or doesn’t work, and how to make it better. His biggest achievement to date is being a finalist for NZ Asian Lawyer of the Year. Outside of work, he maintains his balance by pursuing sports, including tennis, professional balloon animal club and squash.

Andrew joined the McCaw Lewis whānau in 2020 and was promoted to Senior Solicitor in 2023.