Clients are at the heart of our business. With that in mind we like to think we are a good combination of professionalism, approachability, commitment, and energy.
We are an agile firm with the right sized team of both lawyers and legal professionals driven by a love of law, and helping clients get the best outcomes.
Each day the team at Harris Tate aims to deliver a legal service that is cutting edge and professional.
Business makes the world go around, but businesses come in different shapes and sizes.
Whether you are just starting out or are a large company, we get to know the core of your business. This allows us to identify the potential risk areas, while providing smart business solutions as we go.
We can help you in all areas in commercial law including liquidation and receivership.
Your twilight years should be a time when you follow your passions and dreams - not a time for constantly facing question marks.
We have a long tradition of helping clients achieve peace of mind with sound legal advice, making the transition as seamless as possible.
At Harris Tate we know you are busy running a business, which is why we support you in building successful employment relationships where each party clearly understands their rights and obligations.
Our employment team can keep you up-to-date with all the “need to knows” of employment law so you don't miss a beat when it comes to operating within the legal frameworks.
They are the people to turn to if things go wrong in the workplace and can assist with health and safety legal issues.
How to resolve employment disputes: Advice for Employers and Employees
Family life and relationships can have their challenges. At times you may find yourself having to navigate your way through difficult and emotional family issues and may need legal assistance and support to help you through that.
We are here to listen and guide you through any family issue or dispute including those related to parenting, adoption, estate claims, family trust disputes and enduring powers of attorney issues
For new residents to New Zealand, immigration policies can be a headache at times.
We have an immigration team who can clear up this hassle by providing the best and clearest legal advice for those wanting to make a new life for themselves and their family in New Zealand.
Our immigration law team are industry leaders in all immigration matters. We are based in Tauranga, New Zealand but serve clients all over the world.
Your Guide To Immigrating to NZ: What You Need To Know
Being financially in the red can make you blue.
At Harris Tate we know this can take its toll, that’s why we come up with creative ways to ensure you stay financially stable. We specialise in both commercial and personal insolvency or bankruptcy.
In other words we are your damage control team helping you deal with debt without fatal damage to your reputation.
Personal, property or business issues can often get messy and out of hand, so it pays to have sound commercial advice from the start.
Our expertise in mediation and advising on and resolving disputes is extensive.
We specialise in court litigation, and while resolution is the ultimate goal we will protect your reputation through negotiations. We provide personal and commercial legal advice which is tailored to your particular problem.
Buying a family home is often the biggest investment in a lifetime.
Making sure you feel secure in the legal advice you are receiving at such a time is essential. At Harris Tate we’ll take all the fuss out of buying and selling property, while providing you with insights and knowledge you need to make informed decisions.
The property team is responsible for working clients through a range of property transactions. These include, purchase agreements, commercial lease, building contracts, mortgagee sales, and subdivisions.
