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Foley Douglas

Hamilton, New Zealand

Founded in 2017

26 people in their team

English

Foley Douglas is a Hamilton-based law firm delivering practical and results oriented legal solutions for individuals and organisations across New Zealand. Formed from iCLAW and rebranded in 2025, the firm combines the leadership of Aasha Foley and Sam Douglas with a people-first approach to legal...

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Harmans Lawyers

Christchurch, New Zealand

Founded in 1888

200 people in their team

Māori

English

Our HistoryServing Canterbury since 1888Harmans’ long association with Canterbury’s legal community began in 1888, when Thomas DeRenzy Harman, the son of Richard Harman, a passenger on one of the First Four Ships, established his own practice.Over the next 100-odd years the firm was known by a...

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Arrowsmith Law

Ashburton, New Zealand

Founded in 2016

English

Arrowsmith Law specializes in property and private client matters with offices in Ashburton and Christchurch. The firm provides practical legal guidance for key life moments such as buying a home, planning estates, and handling commercial transactions, with a focus on fixed price quotes and...

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Dorrington Poole Lawyers

Dannevirke, New Zealand

Founded in 1914

English

Dorrington Poole Lawyers is one of the oldest law firms in Dannevirke, in the Tararua District, with a respected heritage and more than a century of service to the local community. The firm was established in 1914 and has maintained a strong connection to the rural and private client markets it...

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Helmores Lawyers

Rangiora, New Zealand

Founded in 1884

28 people in their team

English

Helmores Lawyers, based in Rangiora in North Canterbury, brings over 130 years of legal experience to clients across personal and corporate matters. The firm combines practical local knowledge with a client focused service philosophy, emphasising clear communication, accessibility and proactive...

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Owen Culliney Law Waihi

Waihi, New Zealand

Founded in 2017

4 people in their team

English

Owen Culliney Law Waihi is a New Zealand based firm specialising in corporate and commercial law, with a particular focus on protecting innovation, navigating high stakes transactions, and guiding clients through growth and change. Led by Owen Culliney and supported by a tight team, the firm brings...

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Norris Ward McKinnon

Hamilton, New Zealand

Founded in 1919

200 people in their team

Māori

English

How NWMwas foundedHensleigh Carthew (Car) Marryat Norris (1880-1993) began practicing in 1919 after returning from WWI. Norris Ward McKinnon as it's known today, has been operating in Hamilton ever since.Car had an extensive and honoured career. During WWII, Car was a captain and served in the Home...

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Southern Peak Law Limited

Cromwell, New Zealand

7 people in their team

English

Southern Peak Law Limited is a Cromwell based law firm serving clients across the Southern region of New Zealand. The firm concentrates on Business and Commercial, Property, Private Client, Relationship Property and Family, Employment and Human Resources, and Rural and Water matters, delivering...

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Wynn Williams

Christchurch, New Zealand

Founded in 1859

200 people in their team

Māori

English

Wynn Williams is a full-service law firm, with an impressive team of experienced and talented lawyers delivering results for corporates, businesses, institutions and individuals, here in New Zealand and further afield. For more than 163 years, we've been known for our technical excellence,...

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Gawith Burridge

Masterton, New Zealand

Founded in 1875

36 people in their team

English

Gawith Burridge traces its history back to 1875 when Charles Gawith first set up his practice. Since then the firm has undergone many changes, including a merger between Gawith & Co and Burridge & Co in 1998 to form the current practice. Today the firm comprises 36 staff, with 6 partners, who come...

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