The Best
Divorce and Separation
Lawyers In Wellington

Gault Mitchell Law

Our winning approach is straightforward.

We build strong client relationships founded on a practical mindset coupled with technical skill and excellent communication.

At all times, our core values of integrity and concern for the personal and business interests of our clients are at the centre of our practice. These values have been instilled by Partners through the years, including Sir Hamilton Mitchell KBE and John Wilson QSO, each honoured for their major contributions to the community.

We are proud to represent our clients, from individuals and families, through to well-known charitable organisations, private businesses, property developers, leading real estate companies and trade organisations.

Many of our clients have been with us for decades and generations.

Our clients have direct contact with the Partner who is responsible for their work, and each Partner oversees any work carried out by other members of the team. We have an efficient team-focused structure that ensures our clients always have fast access to the expertise they need.

We value our past and our strong reputation that we have built over the many years. Now, our forward-thinking Partnership, supported by our excellent solicitors and staff, continue the legacy with a modern outlook.

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Rachael Dewar Law

Rachael Dewar Law was established in 2010 by family law expert, Rachael Dewar. The team has since grown to five dedicated family lawyers practising across all areas of family law. We work collaboratively to offer you clear and cost-effective legal advice and representation when you need it most.

Rachael Dewar Law is committed to the community, and to ensuring access to justice for all people. Our lawyers provide services for legally aided persons, assist the Mothers Project, and volunteer at the Community Law Centre. All our lawyers are members of the Wellington Family Courts Association and the Family Law Section of the New Zealand Law Society.

The team at Rachael Dewar Law are also committed to increasing cultural competency, and have an ongoing study programme to learn Te Reo Māori. We strive to be a culturally safe space for all.

Rachael Dewar Law are family law specialists in Wellington. Our team of expert family lawyers provide advice and representation in all areas of family law including separation, childcare and custody, relationship property, pre-nups and contracting out agreements, and all other areas of family disputes including challenges to wills, estate claims, incapacity issues, guardianship and relocation, mediation and Court work.

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Family Law Specialists Ltd

Rohan Cochrane has been a partner (latterly director) of the firm since 2005. Judith McMillan joined the firm in 2006 and subsequently became a partner (latterly director). Ataga’i (Ata) Esera joined the firm in 2014 and joined Rohan and Judith as a director in 2019.

We provide services to clients all over the Wellington and Horowhenua region. We are located 20 minutes from Wellington city with ample parking at the front of our office and in Cobham Court.

The current team of lawyers and legal staff include Rohan, Judith and Ata; our associate Paolo Timajo and our solicitor Jane Byres. Sharon Smeaton, Trish Wagner and Isa Tuveve are our experienced personal assistants who provide exceptional support to us and our clients.

Rohan, Judith and Ata, are members of a group of senior lawyers who receive appointments from the Family Court to represent children. Rohan, Judith and Ata also receive appointments from the Family Court to represent subject persons for Protection of Personal and Property Rights proceedings.

We pride ourselves on assisting our clients to find a way through the complexities of family law. We demystify the processes of the Family Court and work with our clients towards assisting them to reach a resolution which promotes the welfare and best interests of the child or children.

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Reids Family Law

At Reids, we pride ourselves on our culture – it is what sets us apart as a firm. We bring a collective approach to the representation of clients and combine and share our experience as lawyers to provide you with the best possible results. Central to our vision is the fundamental belief that everyone is entitled to legal representation irrespective of that person’s ethnicity, cultural background or financial position.

When you instruct Reids you will be represented by a team of lawyers meaning you have access to the collective experience of over 70 years in the practice of family law.

Our Rates

We have deliberately reduced our hourly rates in comparison to other firms in order to make the law more accessible to our clients.

Legal Aid

We are committed to undertaking family legal aid work and will not compromise or cut corners in the representation of our legal aid clients.

Contact us to discuss whether you are eligible for legal aid.

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Becker and Co. Lawyers

David is a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand, a Solicitor of Supreme Court of N.S.W. Australia and has practiced law as a Barrister and Solicitor in New Zealand for over 30 years. He is experienced in many areas of law including business and commercial, conveyancing and property, litigation, personal law, mediation, trusts, relationship property and immigration. He has acted for many businesses, individuals, trusts, and organisations throughout Wellington, New Zealand and Overseas. He is a Registered and Foundation member of the NZ Trustee Association and member of the NZLS Property Law Section.

Prior to graduating in Law, David obtained a Bachelor of Science in mathematics, including computer science and engineering and worked in the Computer industry as a contract programmer and analyst. David continues to maintain an interest in computing and technology. David enjoys sailing, computer programming and other technology and is married with 4 children.

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CS Law Wellington

With lawyers and legal executives across both offices, we are equipped with a wide range of legal knowledge and experience.

We welcome everyone into our offices, whether you’re coming straight from the office, school drop off or the farm — step inside so we can get started and get you sorted right away.

CS Law (formerly Cullinane Steele) have been looking after individuals, families and businesses for generations, delivering practical advice so you can make important decisions with confidence.

Our Litigators, Solicitors, Legal Executives and support staff have a wide range of experience and knowledge. We are equipped to handle your needs, with a portfolio of commercial business, property, litigation, family and rural clients, we are big on service and trade on our reputation. In 2021 CS Law established a litigation team enabling CS Law to offer a one-stop legal service to our clients. Our litigation team can deal with your criminal, family, relationship or Hague Convention cases.

2022 sees us open a second office in the Wellington CBD to allow us to service our Wellington based clients, and providing more choice for our Kapiti Coast clients, now having the choice to travel in either direction. CS Law prides itself on offering practical advice and effective solutions.

Talk to the experts and we will look after you.

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Good+Law

I’m Peter. I’m a lawyer, a father, a husband, a mentor, a volunteer and emerging mountain-biker.
I live in Wellington with my wife Kate and my three children, Thomas, Henry and Lucy. I completed my law degree at Victoria University in 2013 and I’ve been practicing since 2014.

Before becoming a lawyer, I was an Information Technology Specialist, where I was responsible for solving problems in a commercial context, budget management and maintaining key customer relationships. Prior to that I was a Social Worker investigating child abuse allegations and supporting these children and families as they dealt with mental health, housing and financial challenges.

After working so passionately in such contrasting industries, I realised I had given all I could give and I was in need of a change (or a convertible). Fortunately that mid-life crisis was averted in 2010 when I found a career in law. The experience and insights I’ve gained from working in such diverse backgrounds intersect perfectly with the complex and intricate world of dispute resolutions. Today, I am dedicated to realising best-outcome scenarios for my clients, and bringing a sense of clarity and transparency to every single case.

When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my family and pursuing my interests in property investment, faith-based activities and the several community organisations I support.

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LawHawk Limited

Built to Make Legal Work Better

LawHawk empowers legal teams to modernise and scale with affordable technology that’s practical, proven, and tailored to how lawyers truly operate. From expert advice to workflow optimisation and automation, we help you achieve faster, more reliable outcomes, without sacrificing quality or control and without the cost, delays and frustration that you may be worried about.

As a legal operations consultancy and solution provider, we blend deep legal knowledge with cutting-edge technology to support law firms, in-house counsel, and contract managers in simplifying legal processes and minimising risk.

Our approach is collaborative, pragmatic, and results driven. Rather than just deploying tools, we partner closely with your team to design and implement solutions that integrate seamlessly with your existing systems, align with your workflows, and deliver tangible business impact.

Recognised with multiple awards, our team excels at creating high-quality, innovative solutions at unmatched speed, all delivered at commercially sensible costs that are often offset by efficiency gains and new revenue opportunities.

Leveraging an ecosystem of leading partners and technology, we offer everything from quick-win initiatives to full-scale business transformation. Our philosophy prioritises maximising the value of your current technology stack to ensure the best return on investment.

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Kahui Legal

A law firm whose hands are tied by ropes.

A law firm whose hands are calloused by its many tasks/undertakings – Api Mahuika, 2011.

KĀHUI LEGAL is a specialist law firm working at the forefront of Māori development with unparalleled experience and expertise in legal issues that affect Māori and the interface between iwi and Māori organisations and the Crown, local government and other entities. We specialise in providing legal services in areas including Treaty of Waitangi claims and settlement negotiations, governance, litigation and dispute resolution, corporate and commercial law, public law, resource management, criminal law, Māori land law, regulatory compliance, indigenous intellectual property rights, mātauranga Māori protection and recognition, Māori intellectual property and trade mark strategy and protection.

KĀHUI LEGAL was established as a legal partnership in 2003. Our experts come from a range of legal backgrounds, including from the senior ranks of large corporate law firms. Our senior lawyers are recognised experts in their fields and are supported by a team of specialist solicitors.

Our goal is to provide specialist legal services of the highest quality that advance the Māori economy and the future wellbeing of Māori. We are driven to ensure our clients receive the very best advice and achieve their desired outcomes.

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