Treadwell Gordon provides specialist legal services across property, commercial, litigation, employment, rural, trusts and estates, family and criminal law. The firm combines regional knowledge with a broad commercial capability to advise personal and business clients on transactions, disputes and regulatory matters with a focus on practical outcomes.

Established in 1869, Treadwell Gordon is one of New Zealand's longest standing law firms and maintains a multioffice presence in Whanganui, Taihape, Marton, Feilding, Ohakune and Waverley. The firm has a long record of public service and professional leadership in the region and operates as a member of national legal networks to extend specialist coverage when required.

Treadwell Gordon emphasises client service through accessible local teams, regular professional development and the use of collaborative technologies to deliver timely advice. The firm promotes clear, transparent pricing and tailors solutions to each client - from routine conveyancing and estate planning to complex commercial transactions and litigation.

About Treadwell Gordon

Founded in 1869

39 people in their team


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

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Real Estate

Treadwell Gordon advises on residential and commercial property sales and purchases, leasing, subdivisions and property-related insurance and valuation issues, guiding clients through due diligence, contract drafting and settlement to protect their interests in conveyancing and development matters.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Natural Resources
Conveyancing

Corporate & Commercial

The firm delivers commercial and corporate advice on business structures, incorporations, asset sales and purchases, financing and joint ventures, assisting clients with contractual documentation, regulatory compliance and transactional strategies to support business growth and risk management.
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

Treadwell Gordon represents clients in a wide range of disputes, offering contested litigation and alternative dispute resolution services, preparation of pleadings and court advocacy, and strategic advice aimed at achieving efficient, cost effective resolutions for commercial and personal disputes.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

Employment & Labor

The firm provides guidance to both employers and employees on employment agreements, policies, disputes and litigation, helping clients manage employment relations, negotiate settlements, comply with statutory obligations and, where necessary, represent them in employment tribunals and courts.
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

Family

Treadwell Gordon assists with relationship property matters, parenting and custody issues, paternity and child support matters, adoption and protection orders, and drafting of agreements, focusing on practical arrangements and legal protections to secure clients' family and financial interests.
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