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Find out why we are rated as one
of the top law firms in Christchurch.
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
At Saunders & Co we pride ourselves on being a full service law firm.
This means we can assist with all your legal requirements. Sectors we commonly work in are Construction, Not for Profit, Sports and Leisure, Health, Professional Services, Technology, 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:
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The heart of our firm is our people and our vastly experienced lawyers are here to help you.
In our team we have specialists in all areas of law and we know it’s essential that you be matched with a professional with experience and expertise in dealing with your specific issue. We make you and your issue a priority. Our legal team responds promptly and communicates frequently to ensure you are fully informed and achieve quick results.
To talk to a lawyer on any area of law – corporate and commercial law, RMA law, property law, employment law, intellectual property law, trust law, insurance law, family law, wills and estates – please contact your nearest Saunders & Co office or select a lawyer from our people area.
Meet the Team
Christchurch City Office
David Lang – Partner
A lawyer with vast experience in large and complex subdivisions. He acts for one of the city’s largest residential and commercial developers as well as financial institutions, a local iwi and SMEs.
Hornby Law Office
Jeremy Bull – Partner
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 Law Office
Nicola Coombes – Partner
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
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New Work Visa Proposal
Yet more change on the horizon for migrants and their employers as Minister proposes a complete re-write of the work visa policy to push burden back onto employers. Breakdown on… read more →
Four interesting changes CPTPP made to NZ Intellectual Property law
The Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) came into force on 30 December 2018. New Zealand law is now aligned with a number of multi-lateral IP agreements, particularly relating to… read more →