Erica Burke Barrister

Contact Erica


Phone

+64 22 097 4085

Email

erica@ericaburke.co.nz

Postal address

Hobson Chambers
Level 11, 2 Kitchener Street
Auckland Central
Auckland 1010

Personal website

www.ericaburke.co.nz

Erica Burke

BARRISTER

Erica is a specialist family law barrister who supports clients in matters involving care of children, guardianship disputes, family violence, relationship property, and spousal maintenance. She is based in Auckland, is a member of both Hobson Chambers and Kate Sheppard Chambers and is available for instruction throughout New Zealand.

Throughout her career, Erica has practised exclusively in family law and for the past decade, provided clear, strategic advocacy across a wide range of family law matters. Erica advocates for her clients in Court and in mediations and has also been appointed by the Family Court to represent the best interests of children in legal proceedings.

Her practice is calm and client-centred. Erica is trusted by clients and colleagues alike to navigate both legal and emotional complexities with professionalism, respect, and integrity.


Qualifications and appointments

LLB (Hons), BA (Political Science), University of Auckland, 2016
Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand, 2016
Lawyer for Child

Professional affiliations, memberships, and awards

Vice President, Auckland Women Lawyers’ Association
Panel Member, Family Law Section Advisory Panel, NZ Law Society | Te Kāhui Ture o Aotearoa
Co-Editor-in-Chief, Women’s Law Journal (8th Ed)
Mentor, He Ira Wāhine – University of Auckland Women in Law Mentoring Programme
Member, Family Law Section, NZ Law Society | Te Kāhui Ture o Aotearoa
Member, New Zealand Bar Association | Ngā Ahorangi Motuhake o te Ture
Recipient, Borrin Foundation Travel and Learning Award 2024