Totara Law

Auckland, New Zealand

Totara Law is a West Auckland law firm with roots dating back to 1966. Originally established in New Lynn, the practice has grown through mergers in 2017 and 2021 to become a West Auckland powerhouse focused on family, property and business law.

Totara Law has a strong reputation as a leading West Auckland law firm, combining decades of experience in disputes and litigation with a practical, cost effective service model. The firm emphasises out of court settlements when possible and notes that 85 percent of disputes are settled outside of court, supported by a client care philosophy built on transparent communication and active collaboration.

Totara Law places client care at the centre of every engagement through a formal client care and service charter. The firm commits to clear information about work, fair and reasonable fees, privacy and confidentiality, respectful treatment, and timely updates, and it offers free initial advice to help clients understand their options.

About Totara Law

Founded in 1966

Practice areas

Family

Real Estate

Corporate & Commercial

Lawsuits & Disputes

Languages spoken

English

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Practice areas

Family

Totara Law's Family practice provides specialist support for relationship property, child custody and other family matters, drawing on more than 30 years of dispute resolution experience to help clients achieve practical outcomes. The team emphasises straightforward communication, compassionate guidance and a focus on resolving disputes outside of court where possible.

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

Real Estate

Totara Law's Real Estate practice provides conveyancing and property law services for buying, selling, subdividing and refinancing. With 30 years of property experience, the team guides clients through every stage of a transaction, helping them understand options, manage risk and complete settlements 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

Corporate & Commercial

Totara Law's Corporate & Commercial practice supports businesses with buying, selling, or leasing and other commercial matters. The team has 30 years of experience in all types of business dealings and focuses on practical, risk aware advice to help clients meet objectives and avoid disputes.

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

Lawsuits & Disputes

Totara Law's Lawsuits & Disputes practice covers Employment Disputes, Family Disputes, Property Disputes, Bankruptcy and Liquidation, Tenancy Tribunal claims, mediation and arbitration. The team brings more than 30 years of litigation and dispute resolution experience and prioritises practical strategies, early settlements when possible, and vigorous advocacy when required.

ADR Mediation & Arbitration

Appeal

Class Action

General Litigation

Ethics and Professional Responsibility

Commercial Litigation

Antitrust Litigation

Restructuring & Insolvency

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