Legal services for businesses, families and individuals
Serving Wellington, Kāpiti Coast, Wairarapa, Manawatū and beyond
Trusted local lawyers with personal service and completely transparent billing practices
At Wakefield Lawyers, straightforward, personal legal support is always within reach. Connect with experienced local lawyers and solicitors who deliver practical advice across a broad range of legal services, including charities and not-for-profits, corporate and commercial law, elder law, employment law, estates, family law, immigration law, insolvency and debt recovery, litigation, property law, rural law, and trusts and succession. For business, family or personal affairs, navigating life’s key moments is easier with plain English legal advice tailored to your situation. With six offices across Wellington, Kāpiti Coast, Manawatū, plus a mobile legal service available throughout the Wairarapa, and flexible options for home, hospital or remote appointments, you can count on responsive legal support whenever and wherever you need it.
Legal advice for charities and non-for-profits covers governance, compliance, structuring, registration and asset protection, freeing your organisation to focus on its mission. Clear, practical advice tailored to your needs keeps legal requirements on track, while long-term goals remain the priority.
Corporate and commercial law services are available for start-ups, SMEs and established companies. Contracts, finance, restructuring, franchising, privacy and intellectual property matters are handled with clear advice and ongoing support. Transparent fees and tailored solutions give businesses the confidence to grow.
Elder law specialists help protect later years with clear, personalised advice. Retirement villages, enduring powers of attorney, PPPR applications and reverse equity mortgages are all managed with your wellbeing, security and long-term financial position in mind.
With the help of our experienced lawyers, your employment law issues become clear and manageable. Tailored agreements, workplace policy advice, help with disputes or support through restructuring are provided with practical, plain-English guidance. Knowing your rights and obligations helps you manage staff matters confidently and with ease.
Estate planning and administration services are tailored to bring you peace of mind for the future. Guidance on wills, trusts, powers of attorney and asset protection ensures your wishes are honoured and loved ones receive compassionate, expert support at every step.
Supportive family law services ease tough times for families. Clear, compassionate advice is available for parenting, separation, adoption and family violence. Practical solutions, transparent fees and tailored support let you move forward with surety.
Immigration lawyer services are tailored for individuals, families and employers seeking help with visas, employer accreditation and complex issues like appeals. With clear advice, responsive support and up-to-date expertise, the process is made simple and stress free.
Wakefield Lawyers offer practical legal advice and personalised solutions to help with insolvency, bankruptcy or debt recovery challenges. Cases are managed efficiently with regular updates and open communication to minimise stress.
Litigation lawyer services provide practical legal advice and strong negotiation skills, helping to minimise disruption and keeping fees transparent. Disputes are resolved efficiently through negotiation or mediation, and if court representation is needed, your best interests always remain the priority.
Sound guidance supports you through every stage of the property journey, whether buying, selling or developing property in Wellington, Kāpiti, Wairarapa, Horowhenua or Manawatū. The complex becomes simple with tailored legal solutions, transparent pricing and jargon free advice.
Clear, practical advice supports farmers and agribusiness operators through the unique challenges of rural law. Farm sales and purchases, ownership structures, grazing and leasing agreements, forestry matters and regulatory compliance are all handled with straightforward guidance and tailored solutions.
Protecting your family’s future is simple with tailored trusts, succession planning, wills and estate services. Concise, actionable advice helps you secure assets, navigate powers of attorney and ensure your wishes are honoured as life and laws change.