As Christchurch lawyers,
in private and commercial practice,
we are committed to achieving the goals of individuals and ensuring the success of companies.
Since 1980, our team of Christchurch lawyers has worked together with iwi, big business, small business and private individuals to help them realise their goals. We’ve developed a robust approach to solving legal problems and helping people and organisations needing the help of lawyers in Christchurch to succeed.
We are powered by the calibre of our people and their ability to seize opportunity. We know it’s essential that you are matched with a professional with experience and expertise in dealing with your specific issue. We’re not hands off, we’re hands on and solve legal issues efficiently and effectively.
Areas of Expertise
Saunders & Co is a full-service Christchurch law firm.
This means we have lawyers able to assist with all your legal requirements. Sectors we commonly work in are Construction, Technology and Start-ups, Not for Profit, Sports and Leisure, Health, Professional Services, Hospitality, Retirement Villages and Trades. We deliver quality results at competitive rates and are available when you need us. See our extensive legal expertise list here:
Powered by People
The heart of our firm is our people. Our experienced lawyers are here to help you.
We have specialists in all areas of law and we know it’s essential that you are matched with a professional with experience and expertise in dealing with your specific issue. Our legal team responds promptly and communicates frequently to ensure you are fully informed and achieve quick results.
To get advice and expertise on almost any area of law, we have teams compromised of – criminal lawyers, corporate and commercial business lawyers, property lawyers, employment lawyers, intellectual property lawyers, trust lawyers, family lawyers, immigration lawyers, wills and estates lawyers, tax lawyers – please contact your nearest Saunders & Co office or select a lawyer from our people area.
Meet the Teams
Christchurch City Team
David Lang – Partner in charge
A lawyer with experience in large and complex subdivisions. David acts for one of the city’s largest residential and commercial developers as well as financial institutions, a local iwi and SMEs.
Hornby Team
Jeremy Bull – Partner in charge
A lawyer who practises in company and private client law, with a particular focus on leasing, sale and purchase of businesses, subdivisions, and all commercial and residential property matters.
Ferrymead Team
Nicola Coombes – Partner in charge
A lawyer who assists with the sale and purchase of homes, commercial buildings and businesses, lease deeds, refinancing, asset planning, trusts, wills and estates, and handles earthquake insurance work.
Articles and Legal News
Triangular Employment Relationships
Read about Triangular Employment Relationships: joining controlling third parties to personal grievance claims. The Act has far reaching implications for employers who use labour-hire companies.
The End of a Franchise Agreement
Franchise agreements are both a popular way for a business to expand into new regions, and a popular way for someone to start owning their own business. The idea is… read more →
Guidance on COVID-19 Tax Legislation
Various tax measures have been introduced which are intended to provide tax relief to those affected by COVID-19. Below is a summary of some of the tax changes and how they are intended to assist with the economic impact of COVID-19.