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John Steel is a Consultant commuting between Wellington & the Wairarapa.

John joined Gibson Sheat in 2014 where he spent ten years as a partner. Prior to that he was a partner at Harkness Law Limited.

John has extensive experience in both commercial and residential property, with a particular specialty in unit title development. 

He acts for several high-profile developers in the Wellington CBD and advises many experienced and less experienced private property investors. He enjoys the strategy, personalities, and challenges behind developments, unit title rules, and body corporate issues. He regularly presents on unit titles issues to investors.

Some of John's high points include acting for the developers on the following multi-level unit title developments:

  • Spark Building - Willis Street
  • Tattoo Apartments - Abel Smith Street
  • Canvas Apartments - Willis Street
  • Hannah Carparks - Leeds Street
  • Ink'd Apartments - Pirie Street
  • M2 apartments - Martin Square
  • Sculpt Apartments - Adelaide Road


John prides himself on being practical, pragmatic, and personable, key ingredients for a successful client relationship.

Outside of work, John enjoys travelling and his bucket list continues to grow. 

He has a regular tee-off time at his golf course, catching up with friends, reading, and going to the movies.