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We are very proud to be one of West Auckland’s leading law firms, serving our community for well over 50 years.

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Keeping
law local.

We are very proud to be one of West Auckland’s leading law firms, serving our community for well over 50 years.

Legal Services About Totara

Family

People are at the heart of everything we do. We want to make sure we can advocate for you the best we can so that any disputes can be resolved without costing the earth and wasting your time.

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Property

Property can get messy. You will always need a lawyer in your corner to ensure you make the right decision. Before you take action take advantage of our 30 years of experience helping Kiwis buy and sell homes.

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Business

We love business law. Whether you are buying, selling, or leasing our team of experts will help you navigate through the entire process.

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Did you know 85% of disputes are settled outside of court?

We’re proud to say our New Lynn practice has been serving the West Auckland community since 1956.

In fact, in some instances we now work with the great-grandchildren of some of our initial clients, that’s how deep our relationships with clients go! Our friendly team of lawyers offers a range of legal services including property law and conveyancing, wills and estates, trusts, commercial leases, separation, divorce, and prenups. 

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Articles

New Ground for Dissolution: Fast-Track Divorce Following Family Violence

Senior Litigation Solicitor Chantal Braybrook, explains a significant shift in New Zealand family law, where survivors of...

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Wills & Trusts | Succession Planning

Jan Trupinic's insight on wills, trusts, and succession planning emphasise the importance of proactively structuring your affairs...

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Understanding “Stock in Trade” When Buying or Selling a Business in New Zealand

Article by Mary O'Connor in respect of "Stock in Trade" during the sale or purchase of a...

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