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The 10 Best Family
Lawyers In Wellington
We Have Listed The Top 10 Family Lawyer In Wellington To Help You Choose The Best Professional Family Lawyer For Your Needs.
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.
Gault Mitchell Law is well established as one of the leading law firms in Wellington. We provide high quality and cost-effective legal services. Our trusted lawyers are experts in the areas of Property Law, Relationship Property, Trusts, Business Law, Employment Law, Litigation and Dispute Resolution.
Address:
Level 3, Solnet House, 70 The Terrace, Wellington, 6011
Phone: 06 368 9239
Website: cslaw.co.nz
CS Law
Separating is never easy, it is often complex and nuanced. Let us take some of the burden off your shoulders so you can focus on building your new life.
When two parties separate in New Zealand, ordinarily the provisions of the Property (Relationships) Act will apply. This Act governs how your property needs to be divided. Often this can be simple, however in almost every instance a lawyer will be required to ensure you comply with the provisions of the Act. This means that both you and the other party will need to have legal representation to satisfy those provisions.
Whether your matter is as simple as having one party purchase the family home off the other or it is as complex as navigating an interlinked company and trust structure — We will be able to assist.
These disputes are often two sides of the same coin and we understand that sometimes separation can create tension between parties. Our job is to de-escalate the situation as much as possible and act in your interests for an expedient and inexpensive resolution.
While there are a variety of in court and out of court options available, we will work towards the best option for your situation.
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.
Rainey Collins Lawyers
This three partner, eleven lawyer firm is organised into three broad teams supervised by the partners. Business, Property & Personal Legal Services (Claire Tyler), Māori Legal Issues (Peter Johnston) and Dispute Resolution & Litigation (Shaun Cousins).
The origins of Rainey Collins can be traced to 1919 when Mr R. Collins commenced practice. He took Mr W. Rainey into partnership shortly thereafter. Since those times the firm has undergone three mergers and its name has changed to accommodate these developments and the appointment of partners to the High Court Bench. In 1957 Mr McCarthy (later Sir Thaddeus McCarthy, President of the Court of Appeal) was appointed to the then Supreme Court.
The name was changed in 1961 to Rainey Collins Armour and Boock when Mr W. Leicester followed Mr McCarthy onto the bench. In 1986 the firm merged to become Rainey Collins & Olphert and in 1991 the practice merged with Wright & Co of Auckland.
The name was changed to Rainey Collins in 2003.
See and hear about how we look after our clients and delight them with our service, as we celebrated our 100th anniversary. A captioned video is also available below.
If you are a New Zealand Super Gold Card Holder (Australian Senior Cards do not qualify) we will give you a 75% discount of the fee for one of our set fee 1 hour initial consultations. We will also give you a 17.5% discount off the first matter we handle for you and then 12.5% off any subsequent matters for you. These discounts relate to your personal matters only (i.e. not business, trust or organisational matters or the sale and purchase of investment properties).
To receive the discount please let us know if you are a New Zealand Super Gold Card Holder.
Rachael Dewar Law
Families can be complicated. Our team of specialist family lawyers are committed to providing advice that empowers you to make good decisions and find lasting solutions to family law issues.
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.
Knowing your rights empowers you to make the best decisions as you move through the separation process. We can advise you on all aspects of separation such as childcare or custody arrangements, financial support, and how property is likely to be divided. We can also assist you with domestic or family violence situations, including to obtain or respond to a Protection Order.
Our family lawyers can assist you with all matters to do with children, including childcare arrangements, parenting agreements, custody and access, guardianship and relocation, adoption, surrogacy and IVF issues, paternity, and international child abduction. We can also assist you with Oranga Tamariki, and advise you on your rights prior to Family Dispute Resolution mediation or attend mediation with you.
Relationship property can be complex. We can advise you on your rights and help you to reach agreement to divide your relationship property with your ex-partner. We can also help you with a Contracting Out Agreement or pre-nup to give you peace of mind if things do not go to plan.
If you feel you have been unfairly provided for in a will, we can advise you on whether you have a claim against the estate and negotiate with the will’s executors on your behalf.
If you are concerned about a family member’s capacity to make decisions, we can advise you on obtaining orders under the Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act and assist you to make an application.
Our family lawyers work hard to keep you out of Court. However, where Court is required we provide expert advocacy to represent your interests. We also regularly represent clients at mediation, and those eligible for legal aid.
McWilliam Tyree
McWilliam Tyree has been founded from the practice formally known as McWilliam Rennie – a specialist family law practice founded in 2011.
– Relationship Property
– Contracting Out Agreements
– Parenting / Guardianship Issues
– Spousal Maintenance
– Separation / Divorce
– Domestic Violence
– Welfare Guardianship / Property Manager Applications
– Hague Convention
– Family Protection and Testamentary Promises claims
We are able to assist and represent anyone who has a “family” law dispute. We try to solve matters by negotiation and agreement first, but if that is not possible, we can appear in Court with you.
At McWilliam Tyree we will ensure that you have clarity throughout the legal process, starting with our legal fees and what you can expect.
We appreciate that seeking legal advice can be a daunting experience. Knowing where to turn for reliable advice can be bewildering, often combined by uncertainty over costs.
McWilliam Tyree is committed to providing high quality, competitively priced legal advice and services. The right advice at the right time can make all the difference in achieving the best possible outcome. To make sure you feel confident in seeking legal advice, we will discuss our costs with you from the outset.
We act for clients both in this country and overseas in the New Zealand jurisdiction.
Address:
7th floor Petherick Towers, 38-42 Waring Taylor Street, Wellington 6011
Phone: 04 499 6293
Website: wnfamilylaw.co.nz
Family Law Chambers
Wellington Family Law was established in 1994 by Simon Maude (who is now a Family Court Judge). Wellington Family Law closed in September 2019 and the three partners, Caroline Hannan, Chris Dellabarca and Sija Spaak, commenced work as Barristers, working from the same premises, now called Wellington Family Law Chambers. Sija Spaak moved to the Wairarapa in 2022 so is no longer with Wellington Family law Chambers.
The current barristers at Wellington Family Law Chambers are:
– Caroline Hannan;
– Chris Dellabarca;
– David Tyree;
– Amy Gulbransen; and
– Jennifer Wademan
All of the barristers at Wellington Family Law Chambers are members of the Family Law Section of the New Zealand Law Society.
Our offices are centrally located in the heart of the Wellington CBD.
We have experience, expertise and a pragmatic approach.
We offer a full range of family law services including advice, negotiation on your behalf and court proceedings where negotiation cannot achieve resolution
JB Morrison Lawyers
At JB Morrison, our team has a true commitment to quality service, with the talent and expertise to achieve outstanding results. Our experts are approachable and empathetic and keep up to date with changes in our law to provide you with accurate advice.
As a full service firm we specialise in a range of areas to serve you. If you don’t see what you need, or are not sure what you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to pick up the phone and talk to us
We provide legal services for you and your family throughout all stages of life.
Talk to us about service contracts, employment matters, company structuring, finance, sales and acquisitions, and other areas of law related to business.
We can provide industry-specific legal services that support every aspect of your organisation.
We assist iwi, hapu & whānau in all areas of law from Māori Land Court, business structures & land development, governance & everything in between.
JB Morrison acts for a number of government agencies and can provide advice to all areas of government, both local and central.
When you need expert advice, contact us for communication that is effective and easy to understand, great service, and a value conscious approach. With offices in Wellington, Rotorua, you can count on us to deliver creative solutions tailored to your needs.
Address:
Level 1, Solnet House, 70 The Terrace Wellington 6011
Phone: 021 408 299
Website: familylawyerswellington.co.nz
Family Lawyers
Family Lawyers Wellington is a specialised family law chambers located in Solnet House at 70 The Terrace, Wellington.
Our barristers are independent lawyers specialising in family law matters.
We offer a wide range of expertise in all matters relating to relationships, property and children.
We can explain to you all the implications of living apart when your relationship breaks down.
To ensure financial security from when you live apart, spousal maintenance is often an important issue about which we can advise you.
Similarly, issues of child support are matters we can help you resolve.
We can advise and assist you over the issues that are likely to arise with the care of your children when their parents live apart.
We can assist to ensure your proper entitlement to a division of your relationship property.
We can also explain to you the implications of a Prenuptial Agreement.
When you separate or live apart and some property is held by a Trust, we can advise you about the implications and your entitlement.
We can advise and assist you about a claim you may have against an estate, for example when a spouse or family member dies, or where there is an unfulfilled promise.
Thomas Dewar Sziranyi Letts
The partners at TDSL have a wealth of experience in diverse areas of the law.
We collaborate as a team across the disciplines to give our clients the benefit of that wider expertise. Acting for people from all walks of life, our lawyers are highly skilled, caring and practical. We pride ourselves on giving outstanding legal service, access to justice and our contribution to the legal and wider community. A key focus for TDSL has always been the training and mentoring of new lawyers.
TDSL started life in 1995 as a specialist litigation and disputes resolution firm. Nearly 30 years later, we have grown to offer a range of legal services, so we can be with our clients on their whole life journey.
As a large litigation practice, our court lawyers have the skills and experience to represent our clients in any courtroom in the country.
Thomas Dewar Sziranyi Letts are widely recognised as leading practitioners in family law. We advise and represent clients on a wide variety of family matters, from simple, amicable separations or parenting disputes through to highly contentious cases involving complex family trusts and business interests. Our firm has extensive experience handling complicated family law disputes and regularly receives referrals from colleagues on matters requiring in depth family law knowledge and experience.
Family law disputes must be handled in a way which causes the least possible harm to important ongoing family relationships. We strongly encourage our clients to participate in alternative dispute resolution methods, such as private mediation, where appropriate.
We distinguish ourselves from other family law firms by being selective about when to advise litigation rather than defaulting to this option in every case. While our team is made up of excellent litigators, we pride ourselves on taking a more purposeful and goal-oriented approach to each case.
In the event that litigation becomes necessary, we will leverage our extensive experience as litigation lawyers to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients through the Court process.
Address:
Level 4, Civic Assurance House 116 Lambton Quay Wellington
Phone: 04 567 0889
Website: kumutotochambers.co.nz
Kumutoto Chambers
We are experienced family lawyers in the Wellington region. If you have a family law problem, you are usually going through a really stressful time. We will always give expert, sensible and tailored advice, guide you through the process to get certainty and the best possible outcome.
Ending a relationship is often stressful and difficult. You may also have children and/or own property or rent together. There are important things you need to do as soon as possible to ensure your interests and assets are protected.
If you are a concerned grandparent or caregiver of a child involved with Oranga Tamariki and want to have legal permamency (parenting order or special guardianship), we can advise about your options, help you negotiate a support package from the Ministry and represent you in the Family Court.
If you are worried about a family member who has lost capacity to make decisions about their care and property through illness or injury and they do not have enduring powers of attorney in place, you will need to make an application to the Court under the Protection of Personal Property Rights Act (PPPR). We can assist in preparing an application for someone to be appointed Property Manager and/or Welfare Guardian, as well as further applications where previous orders are set to expire.
Family break ups can be complicated, emotional and a cause for stress and conflict. Even if a parenting plan is agreed, there can often be ongoing issues over what school they attend, where they live, where they spend holidays, or one party simply not sticking to what’s agreed.
We help families negotiate, resolve and formalise day-to-day care, guardianship disputes, parenting orders/agreements, breaches of parenting orders, and access or visitation, all the while focussing on what’s best for the child/children involved.