BuckettLaw is a Wellington-based employment law firm providing specialist advice and advocacy to both employers and employees across New Zealand. Since its inception in 1998, the firm has built a reputation for practical, results-oriented guidance on complex workplace issues, from disciplinary processes to policy development and health and safety considerations.

The team is led by Barbara Buckett, a highly regarded employment lawyer with decades of experience, supported by attorneys including Matt Belesky and Lucy Fisher. BuckettLaw emphasizes clear, direct advice and robust representation in mediations, investigations and hearings across the Employment Relations Authority, Employment Court and related proceedings, with a client focus on fair processes and commercial outcomes.

Clients benefit from BuckettLaw's flexible service model, which includes nationwide access, video conferencing, and a free 10 minute initial phone discussion to assess how best to proceed. The firm combines responsive communication with transparent pricing and a strong commitment to efficient, cost-effective service for both employers and employees.

About BuckettLaw

Founded in 1998


Practice areas
Employment & Labor

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Employment & Labor

BuckettLaw provides specialist employment law services for employers and employees across New Zealand, handling 90-day trial periods, bullying and harassment, contracting and restraint of trade, disciplinary processes, employment agreements and policy development, health and safety, investigations, mediations, performance management and personal grievances. The firm supports clients through all stages of employment disputes, from policy design and investigations to mediations and court or authority proceedings, with a practical, commercially focused approach that aims for timely, fair outcomes.

Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

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