Legal Services

» Resource Management

We can assist with advice on a wide range of resource management issues including resource consent applications, interpretation of District and Regional Plan requirements, Enforcement Orders, and representation at both Council and Environment Court hearings.

» Local Government

We have a specialist team dedicated to local government legal issues. We have over 30 years experience in acting for local authorities.

» Family Law

Have you recently separated and need to sort out the assets of your relationship? Or are you in a relationship and wanting to know how to protect your assets? We can help you with these and a range of other family law matters including dissolution of marriage, day to day care and contact for children, parenting orders, paternity issues, protection orders, adoption, and child youth and family matters.

» Property

Buying property is a significant investment. If you are considering purchasing a property; whether it is your home, an investment property, commercial property or a farm, we can help you through the whole process. It is important we are involved as early as possible to ensure your interests are protected when you sign an agreement.

» Business and Commercial

Are you considering buying or selling a business? There are several aspects to consider and we can help to ensure your interests are protected.  If you want to form a company we can ensure that it is set up and managed properly. we can prepar and advise on Shareholders Agreements, Company Constitutions, Finance Agreements and Franchise Agreements.

If you are a business owner we can help with Terms of Trade and a range of business advice.

» Trusts & Asset Planning

Have you considered how best to protect your assets? We can discuss the benefits of a family trust and asset planning options with you.

» Wills and Estates

Making sure your will is up to date is important. We can assist with making any necessary changes, or drafting a new will for you. You might like to also consider having an Enduring Power of Attorney in place in the event that you cannot make decisions for yourself.

» Employment

Are you starting a new job, or taking on new staff? We can help with drafting new employment agreements for employers and also provide advice to employees in relation to employment agreements.

» Litigation and disputes

Are you involved in a dispute with your neighbour, contractor, or debtor? We can provide advice regarding the wide range of dispute resolution options available. If you lose your license, we can assist you to obtain a Limited License.