Fern Law

Christchurch, New Zealand

Fern Law is a Christchurch-based boutique law firm established in 2015 by Chris Fernando. The firm concentrates on immigration, conveyancing, employment, and wills and estates, delivering practical legal solutions tailored to each client's circumstances.

Built on trust, integrity and client confidence, Fern Law maintains strong client relationships and places the client's best interests inform every matter. The practice emphasizes clear communication, responsiveness and a straightforward approach to complex legal issues.

The practice is led by Director Chris Fernando and Senior Solicitor Rehana Fernando, combining immigration and conveyancing expertise with responsive service to help clients navigate employment, wills and estates and related matters.

About Fern Law

Founded in 2015

4 people in their team

Practice areas

Immigration

Real Estate

Employment & Labor

Private Client

Languages spoken

English

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Practice areas

Immigration

Fern Law provides immigration services for individuals and families seeking New Zealand residency, guiding clients through visa applications and related compliance, assembling required documentation and coordinating with immigration authorities to support timely outcomes.

Asylum

Business Visa

Citizenship

Dependent Visa

Permanent Residency

Retirement Visa

Work Permit

Citizenship by Investment

Residence by Investment

Golden Visa

Real Estate

Fern Law handles residential and commercial conveyancing, assisting with property purchases and sales, title checks and due diligence, and coordinating settlements to ensure compliant and timely transfers.

Commercial Real Estate

Housing, Construction & Development

Foreclosure

Land Use & Zoning

Landlord & Tenant

Mortgage

Real Estate Due Diligence

Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations

Brokerage

Conveyancing

Employment & Labor

Fern Law advises on employment matters including contract negotiation and policy development, workplace compliance and dispute resolution, helping clients mitigate risk and achieve 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

Private Client

Fern Law supports private client matters such as wills, enduring powers of attorney and estate administration, offering tailored estate planning and compassionate guidance for families.

Elder Law

Estate Planning

Guardianship

Nursing Home Abuse

Probate

Trusts

Will & Testament

Elder Abuse Law

Inheritance Law

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