Michael Smith Law is a Wellington-based barrister and solicitor practice providing legal services across conveyancing, commercial matters, trusts, arbitration, mediation, resource management, family law, employment matters, and civil litigation. The firm positions its practice around hands-on advocacy in court processes and practical dispute resolution.
The firm also supports clients with wills, property transactions, and relationship property matters, reflecting a focus on property and personal law outcomes. By combining transactional work with dispute resolution pathways such as arbitration and mediation, Michael Smith Law seeks to help clients manage both planning and contested situations.
In client service, the firm emphasizes clear legal pathways for resolving matters, including structured negotiation and alternative dispute resolution where appropriate. This approach is designed to guide clients from initial instructions through to preparation for arbitration, mediation, or court work, tailored to the client’s objectives.
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Practice areas
Michael Smith Law assists clients with property-focused matters including conveyancing and related advice. The firm also supports clients dealing with wills and estate-linked property considerations, and it focuses on practical, outcome-driven steps to move transactions and property issues forward efficiently.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing
Easements & Boundary Disputes
Title Disputes & Property Tax Appeals
Michael Smith Law advises on family law and relationship property issues, guiding clients through matters that can involve both legal process and sensitive personal circumstances. The firm’s approach is designed to help clients understand their options, prepare the necessary documentation, and pursue appropriate resolution pathways.
Adoption
Child Protection & Abuse
Child Custody
Child Support
Child Visitation / Parenting Time
Collaborative Law
Divorce & Separation
Domestic Violence
Father's Rights
Marriage
Same Sex & LGBT
Annulment
Spousal Support / Alimony
Property Division
International Family Law
Parenting Plans
Prenuptial & Cohabitation Agreements
Family Mediation
Relocation
Grandparents' Rights
Surrogacy & Assisted Reproduction
Michael Smith Law provides employment-related legal assistance where workplace disputes require formal legal attention. The firm focuses on advising clients on their position and representing them through the steps needed to address employment issues, including preparing for civil proceedings when required.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation
Non-Compete & NDA Agreements
Independent Contractor & Misclassification
Michael Smith Law handles civil litigation and also supports alternative dispute resolution through arbitration and mediation. The firm works to advance dispute matters through structured processes, aiming to reduce uncertainty for clients by clarifying next steps, managing procedural requirements, and pursuing effective resolution.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency
Dispute Prevention & Pre-Litigation
International Arbitration
Construction Disputes
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