Paul Gallagher Legal is a North Harbour based law practice on Auckland's North Shore that traces its professional lineage to Albany, dating back to 1958. The firm is led by Paul Gallagher, a long standing practitioner, and supports clients with a direct, practical approach that emphasizes accessible guidance and measurable outcomes. This heritage, together with a commitment to personal service, underpins the firm's reputation for dependable, high quality counsel across a broad range of legal matters.

The firm offers a wide range of services across commercial and corporate work, conveyancing, estates, family law, litigation, mediation and notarial services, with a focus on clear communication, efficiency and pragmatic solutions that help clients move their matters forward.

Clients benefit from flexible engagement, transparent communication and a client centred service model that prioritises practical results. Serving clients on the North Shore and the wider Auckland area, Paul Gallagher Legal combines local knowledge with direct access to counsel and a thoughtful, cost conscious approach to legal services.

About Paul Gallagher Legal

Founded in 1958

4 people in their team


Practice areas
Corporate & Commercial
Real Estate
Family
Lawsuits & Disputes
Private Client

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

Paul Gallagher Legal provides tailored corporate and commercial support for small to mid-size businesses, including contract drafting, due diligence, corporate transactions and dispute resolution. The firm emphasizes practical, cost-efficient solutions and uses mediation to resolve disputes where possible, helping clients move quickly from negotiation to execution.
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

Real Estate

Paul Gallagher Legal handles conveyancing for residential and rural property, cross-leasing arrangements, building contracts and related land transactions. Clients benefit from thorough due diligence, clear explanations of settlements and a smooth transition of ownership, with a focus on minimizing risk and ensuring compliance with New Zealand property laws.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Family

Matrimonial and family law matters are handled with a practical focus on outcomes and a straightforward, empathetic approach. The team assists with relationship property, custody and access issues, adoption and other family court processes, and integrates estate planning and trusts where appropriate.
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

Lawsuits & Disputes

General litigation and dispute resolution services cover civil disputes, contractual disputes and other litigation matters. The firm places emphasis on early mediation and practical negotiation to resolve matters efficiently, while protecting client interests and controlling costs.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

Private Client

Wills and trusts, estate planning and asset protection are provided, including powers of attorney and enduring powers of attorney, as well as notarial services and related private client needs. The team helps clients plan for future needs and ensure orderly succession.
Elder Law
Estate Planning
Guardianship
Nursing Home Abuse
Probate
Trusts
Will & Testament
Elder Abuse Law
Inheritance Law

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