The Best Family
Lawyers In Rotorua

THE LAW SHOP

At The Law Shop, we offer personable advice and legal support. It’s important to us to provide accurate legal advice in a timely manner – without confusing jargon, and at a fair price.

The team is experienced in Business, Personal, Property and Family Law, and we are the preferred lawyers for retirees. If you have questions about us or our legal services, feel free to contact us any time. We can meet at our Rotorua office or if that doesn’t suit you, we can Skype, phone, use Facebook Messenger, email or text. In Tauranga, we work from a virtual office.

O’SULLIVAN CLEMENTS LAW

OSC Law is a Rotorua-based and locally owned community law firm that has been serving the people of Rotorua and the wider Bay of Plenty since the early 1920s.

They have built a strong reputation offering clients a well-rounded multi-faceted law practice covering business and commercial law, family law, property law, trusts and wills, litigation, employment law, as well as arbitration and mediation services.

OSC Law is led by David Rendall, who is part of a team of highly qualified and experienced local lawyers, legal executives and support staff who are dedicated to their clients and provide quality, plain-English, professional legal services in a relaxed environment. Engaging a lawyer does not have to be a challenging process and with OSC Law’s local knowledge, a results-based philosophy and a practical, value for money attitude you need look no further.

The practice is part of the Law Plus group of legal firms – of which David Rendall is a director – that allows a greater ability to source specialist advice and services for clients from around the country while ensuring personal client care is maintained to a high standard.

STEENS LAW

Mikail Steens is the principal of Steens Law.

• A litigator and general practice lawyer, Mikail provides court representation in the Family, District and High Courts, and has a broad range of legal experience.
• Complex, high-value cases before Courts, Review Boards (ACC and IRD), Regulatory Bodies (Labour Inspectorate and Worksafe), and Authorities (Alcohol and Regulatory Licensing Authority and the Employment Relations Authority).
• Trained in mediation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution processes.
• Expertise in property and commercial law, with a particular focus on commercial leases and residential tenancies.
• Pragmatic and cost-effective: “A good lawyer will carry you through a crisis, and give you a fighting chance at a better future,” he says.

Mikail is a Legal Aid Provider.

RODGERS & CO SOLICITORS

Barry and Lisa Rodgers established Rodgers & Co after Barry spent many years as a partner in one of the largest law practices in Rotorua.

Barry wanted to be able to take better control in providing a more personal, friendly service to the people of the Rotorua and surrounding areas. After a short time Rodgers & Co was set up on Pukaki Street, Rotorua, and has since established an office in Tauranga as well.

It is the quality of service provided by dedicated professionals that has made Rodgers & Co the exceptional company it is today!

LANCE LAWSON LIMITED

On 1 April 2021 Lance Lawson Rotorua merged with Mount Maunganui law firm Beachside Legal. The firm operates as Lance Lawson (incorporating Beachside Legal). We now have offices located in Rotorua and Mount Maunganui and continue to provide legal services throughout the Bay of Plenty on a wide range of areas, including criminal, family, dispute resolution, private client, legal aid, estate planning, asset protection and property and commercial transactions.

Six partners provide a wide range of experience and areas of expertise, as trusted advisers on both civil and criminal law, litigation, property and other asset issues, family law, employment, Maori land and mediation. They share a commitment to offering a complete resolution service, including proactive advice to resolve problems early.

OWEN LAW

I specialise in criminal and traffic law, family law and aviation law. I attended Victoria University of Wellington and was admitted to the bar in 2008.

I am a mother of two and a long term resident of Rotorua. I am passionate about helping members of our community with criminal and family court litigation.

I have previously practiced as a Crown Prosecutor in Rotorua prosecuting serious crime and acting on behalf of the Civil Aviation Authority prosecuting aviation offences.

Contact me to ask how I can help you with your legal issue.

MIHI JAMES LEGAL LIMITED

PROVIDING SPECIALIST LEGAL SERVICES

Mihi James Legal offers specialist Family law services to anyone requiring assistance. Understanding the complex nature with Family disputes, our advice and representation is without judgement, honest and realistic.

MORRISON KENT LAWYERS

Our Commitment

Morrison Kent is committed to building successful client relationships and providing quality legal services for excellent value. We are future focussed and continually reviewing our technology and the way we do things, always striving for better. This is a significant advantage as it means we are continually finding ways to make our services more cost-effective and accessible for you.

Our People

We know all lawyers aren’t created equal and our hiring policy insists on the best. We aim to provide an enjoyable and diverse place to work and have a genuine commitment to supporting our people to achieve their goals while balancing lifestyle choices. Our experts are approachable and empathetic and keep up to date with changes in our law to provide you with accurate advice.

Our History

Morrison Kent’s history of providing legal services can be traced back to the 1920s, over 90 years ago. The firm has changed shape and name over the years, settling on the name Morrison Kent in 1996. Throughout its rich history, the firm has produced many high profile lawyers, including a High Court Judge (Sir John Jeffries) and a Governor General (Sir Michael Hardie Boys). Morrison Kent continues to maintain excellent standards of legal advice and a commitment to quality service, which results in our quality reputation continuing to grow.

PHILLIPS & CO LAW

WHO WE ARE

At Phillips & Co Law (previously Phillips Hosking) we pride ourselves on our relaxed, friendly team that offers efficient, solution focussed, professional service to every one of our clients.

WHAT WE DO

We specialise in all aspects of Family Law while incorporating Civil Litigation, Mediation and other areas of General Practice.

WHERE WE WORK

We act for clients in a variety of locations in both New Zealand and Australia. We receive instructions from throughout the North Island and are happy to assist clients by instructing Barristers in other locations, including Australia.

HOLLAND BECKETT LAW

At some stage in your life you may find yourself having to deal with family law issues. Family issues can be difficult and emotional, so you want to know you have a team of knowledgeable, pragmatic and professional barristers and solicitors working for you.

Holland Beckett Law has a specialist family law team with a proven track record of success, and we are pleased to offer you our strength and knowledge in this area. We provide a personal and confidential service.

Our Family Lawyers advise on:

• Relationship property division on end of marriage or de facto relationship
• – Negotiating and advising on Relationship Property Agreements
• – Court proceedings
• Spousal maintenance
• Contracting Out Agreements (“pre-nuptial agreements”) and asset protection
• Care of children (“custody”) and guardianship issues
• Protection Orders (obtaining or defending) and related family violence matters
• Child support
• Applications under the Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act 1988 such as:
• – Appointment of Property Manager and Welfare Guardian to manage affairs of an incapacitated person where no EPOA is in place
• – Review of use of EPOA powers where concerns arise
• Estate claims & contesting Wills
• Disputes involving Trusts
• Dissolution of marriage (“divorce”)
• Paternity issues
• Adoption