Saunders & Co is a full-service law firm with four Christchurch offices, 100+ highly invested professionals and a collaborative, client-focused philosophy that champions the success of corporates and commercial, small business, private individuals and iwi.
We look after the interests of every type of client by covering every area of law. Our specialists and changemakers are pragmatic problem-solvers who drive results and deliver peace of mind every day, as we’ve done since 1923.
Whether you’re building a construction empire, buying a new home, becoming a new New Zealander, stuck in a tricky spot or debating who should inherit your vinyl collection, let’s talk.
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:
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.
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