Tom Weston KC

• LLB (Hons) – University of Canterbury 1982

Tom's practice involves both litigation in the Courts (at all levels including the Supreme Court) and by way of arbitration (both as arbitrator and as counsel). Tom handles a wide range of commercial litigation but also conducts trust and construction cases.

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For six years he held the (part time) position of Chief Justice of the Cook Islands.

Tom has maintained a Band 1 Silks ranking in the Chambers and Partners Asia-Pacific and Global Guides for Dispute Resolution – The Bar for 15 consecutive years.

"Tom Weston is an exceptional advocate and provides an unparalleled level of service. He is always available and turns work around at an impressive speed."

"Tom Weston is one of the go-to silks on complex cases."

"Tom is a five-star silk and among the go-to silks in New Zealand."

"Tom is amazing to work with for being highly accessible and prompt, and an outstanding advocate."

"Tom Weston KC enjoys a strong reputation for his broad and highly varied commercial litigation practice which incorporates a particularly strong construction and trust-related component."

"He is a wonderful leader and strategist, and is incredibly responsive."

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Tom is recognised as a Leading Construction and Infrastructure Law Barrister (Silks) in Doyle's Guide 2025.

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Tom is ranked as a Leading Silk in the Legal 500 Asia Pacific Rankings 2024 for commercial disputes.