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Serving our clients throughout the Waikato and beyond, Gallie Miles has a proven track record of providing responsive, practical legal advice with professional integrity. Our expert legal team can advise you on a range of issues, including rural and agribusiness law, property law, company and commercial law, asset planning, Wills, Enduring Power of Attorney and Estate Administration, relationship property, dispute resolution and intellectual property law. Let's work together to get to know you and understand your needs...

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Rural and Agri-business

We have specific knowledge and a real appreciation of the rural sector to cater to your needs. Learn more

Commercial and Company

Whether you are corporate, commercial or private clients, we can help you to trade and operate successfully. Learn more

Property

Whether it’s a commercial or residential property transaction, you can rely on us for well-considered legal advice. Learn more

Asset Planning

We can assist in all aspects of asset planning to ensure your wealth is protected. Learn more

Relationship Property

Both during and at the end of a relationship, we can provide you with practical solutions-focused advice. Learn more

Wills and Enduring Power of Attorney

We offer advice to protect, manage and gift your property and financial assets. Learn more

Estate Administration

When someone passes, Gallie Miles can help you with a full range of estate administration services to help you navigate this difficult time. Learn more

Intellectual Property

Ensure your intellectual property is protected and you can maximise the value of your ideas with our expert advice. Learn more

Dispute Resolution

Offering alternative dispute resolution methods to court, we focus on achieving a pragmatic outcome for you. Learn more

 

Client Testimonial

"Alex had multiple meetings with us, helping us understand the process and what we needed to sort. The bank and others involved were quite unhelpful, and Alex pretty much did their job for them. He made it very easy for us. He went above and beyond." 

Courtney Kahura

"The most rewarding part of my job is getting to know my clients and being able to help them through their major life events, whatever arises"

Alex McIvor 
Director

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