Richard Gordon - Solicitor
Email: richard.gordon@gibsonsheat.com |
About RichardMy Career to DatePrior to joining Gibson Sheat in mid-2016, I worked for five and a half years at Wellington Rugby and the Hurricanes in a variety of positions, which has provided me with a good base of practical knowledge. My Recent WorkRecently I have been helping a number of sporting organisations with their legal issues, it’s fascinating to see how different the issues are. My approach to working with my clientsI like to work collaboratively with our clients to find the best possible solutions. Because of my background in sports, it’s easier to develop a good understanding and working relationship with the client. Most rewarding experience I've had at workRecently I’ve helped to establish a trust for an organization that has been set up to look after rugby players suffering hardship. Playing a small part in something that will make a real difference has been very rewarding. The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given“Plan for the worst, expect the best.” I like to be well prepared for anything I am doing in life, be it professionally or personally. This way I am ready for anything that comes up, and my preparation usually results in getting the best outcome. What stimulates meThe opportunity to work in an area that I have great passion for is something that gets me up in the morning. I enjoy finding the best possible solution for problems, and fostering great relationships along the way. What I enjoy outside of workOutside of work, I love anything outdoors or sports-related. I referee rugby at the Premier level in Wellington, and at the Heartland level for New Zealand. As a result, I am lucky enough to travel to some fascinating places throughout the country that I wouldn’t normally get the opportunity to go to, such as Ruatoria and Westport. Outside of sport, I quite enjoy getting lost in a good book and a bag of salt and vinegar chips. If I wasn’t a lawyer I’d beWorking in the sports industry somewhere! |
