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 advisory to help clients navigate change. Helmores values enduring relationships with clients and the community, delivering guidance that is both principled and results oriented.

With expertise across Corporate & Commercial, Employment, Real Estate, Dispute Resolution and Family, Helmores deploys a collaborative, problem solving approach to support individuals and businesses. The firm emphasises practical, clear advice and engagements designed to fit clients' timelines and budgets, working closely with clients to translate legal considerations into actionable outcomes.

Helmores remains actively involved in its local community, offering complimentary consultations and delivering accessible legal services through a team of partners, associates, solicitors and support staff. The firm aims to be in your corner, providing responsive service, respectful communication and consistent guidance at every stage of the legal process.

About Helmores Lawyers

Founded in 1884

28 people in their team


Practice areas
Corporate & Commercial
Employment & Labor
Real Estate
Lawsuits & Disputes
Family

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

Helmores Lawyers' Corporate & Commercial team helps businesses move forward with agile, forward thinking guidance tailored to the pace of modern commerce. The practice focuses on pragmatic advice for contracts, governance and complex transactions, with a clear communication style and a focus on practical outcomes that align with clients' commercial goals.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls

Employment & Labor

The Employment team supports clients through every stage of the employment lifecycle, from drafting and reviewing agreements to resolving workplace disputes, with a collaborative approach that prioritises risk management, fairness and clear, actionable guidance.
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

Real Estate

Real Estate matters are handled with practical local knowledge across conveyancing, leasing, development and related transactions. Helmores helps clients navigate title issues, funding and compliance, delivering confidence and efficiency at every stage.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Lawsuits & Disputes

Dispute resolution specialists work with clients to identify the core issues and present options to secure the best possible result. The team handles negotiations, mediation and litigation support across civil and commercial disputes, prioritising timely, cost effective resolution.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

Family

Family law matters are approached with expert guidance and sensitivity, helping clients navigate separation, parenting and property arrangements to achieve durable, fair outcomes for families.
Adoption
Child Abuse
Child Custody
Child Support
Child Visitation
Collaborative Law
Divorce & Separation
Domestic Violence
Father's Rights
Marriage
Military Divorce
Same Sex & LGBT
Annulment

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