Holly Cassin

Holly’s role includes giving advice to clients on their specific dispute to navigate the best option for them. This may include negotiations, attending a mediation or filing court proceedings.

Prior to joining Cavell Leitch, Holly worked in the insolvency team at a national accounting firm for five years. Working in this space included work for most of the major banks in New Zealand and work across a range of industries including agriculture, construction, hospitality and commercial property.

Holly enjoys the fast-paced nature of disputes resolution and likes to get the best and most practical outcome for clients in a difficult situation.

"I understand that litigation and insolvency are not matters that our clients necessarily want to be involved in. I aim to get the best result for my clients while making them feel comfortable to navigate through what can be an unfamiliar process. I like to set a strategy, provide regular updates and ensure there are no surprises for our clients."

Building on her insolvency background Holly is currently a committee member of NZCFI (the New Zealand Credit & Finance Institute) and WIRI (Women in Restructuring and Insolvency). Holly enjoys the networking and upskilling opportunities that these roles involve.

Holly is also a member of Ritanz (Restructuring Insolvency & Turnaround Associate New Zealand).

In 2020 Holly was appointed to the Board of Swimming Canterbury West Coast. She enjoys using her professional experience to contribute to a sport she is passionate about while developing her own governance experience.