Presenters

Charlotte Summers, BDes LLB LLM GCNZIA GDipArts(Politics) GCertArts IAA Licensed Immigration Adviser, Pathways to New Zealand
Charlotte Summers is the Operations Manager and a Licensed Immigration Adviser (IAA #201300865) at Pathways to New Zealand®, based in Wellington. She joined the firm in 2012 and became licensed in 2013 after completing the Graduate Certificate in New Zealand Immigration Advice. Charlotte specialises in complex immigration work, including medical and character waivers, humanitarian and residence class appeals, Section 61 requests, and deportation matters. Her earlier experience as an Immigration Officer with Immigration New Zealand gives her strong insight into immigration processes and decision making.  She holds a number of qualifications including a Bachelor of Design (Fashion) from AUT; Bachelor and Master of Laws (Honours) degrees from the University of Auckland; and a Graduate Diploma in Arts (Politics) from Massey University. She is also an Enrolled Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand (non practising). Charlotte frequently presents on immigration issues to professional and community groups. Her academic research has focused on migrant exploitation and family violence, highlighting her commitment to supporting vulnerable migrants.  She lives in the Wellington region with her husband, two children, and their much loved pets.


Aaron Martin, Principal Lawyer, New Zealand Immigration Law
Aaron Martin is one of New Zealand’s most highly regarded practitioners of immigration law. Holding a law degree from the University of Auckland, Aaron has decades of experience in assisting private individuals, SMBs, and corporate clients. He is a member of the New Zealand Association for Migration and Investment (NZAMI), a professional association for New Zealand migration advisors and those who use their services. Aaron’s early experience as an immigration consultant for Malcolm Pacific has given him considerable skill in evaluating complex cases, including those requiring ministerial intervention, appeals, and character or medical waivers. An immigration lawyer for 25 years, he has a sterling reputation and an excellent working relationship with Immigration New Zealand. Aaron is also well-versed in general legal practice and possesses a thorough working knowledge of relevant tax laws and commercial issues facing Investor Category applicants and migrants seeking to establish a business in New Zealand. While he specialises in commercial issues, Aaron takes great pleasure in reuniting families and helping international students transition to the workforce and onto residency.