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Confidence comes from knowing you’re getting advice that’s thorough and sound. Our large and strong team includes genuine specialists in nearly every area of law so you can be sure that whatever your need, we’ve got you covered.

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With over a century of history and a steadfast commitment to excellence, it is our mission to deliver New Zealand’s best legal experience.

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“We have used the services of Cavell Leitch now for over 15 years. We have always found them to be wonderful to work with. They are the complete professionals! They have a variety of expert lawyers so can give us an expert opinion on any subject matter re the law we may need. They communicate very well and make things easy to understand. Their integrity is unquestionable. We have no hesitation in recommending their services to anyone.”

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Assessing Validity of Family Protection Act Claims

Discover the implications of a recent court ruling on Family Protection Act claims, including the inclusion of lifetime gifts to descendants in assessing support and maintenance. Learn how this precedent could impact future claims and the key principles guiding these legal decisions.


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