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Family lawyers in Tauranga

1 lawyer whose firm covers family work in Tauranga. Each lawyer was checked on the New Zealand Law Society's register before being listed — check again before you hire, as people move firms. Browsing Lawvoo is free.

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Family lawyers serving Tauranga

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About family law in New Zealand

Separation and divorce, care of children, relationship property and family violence. These cases are heard in the Family Court, which is part of New Zealand's District Court.

  • The Family Court is part of the District Court.
  • It deals with parenting arrangements and care of children, separation and divorce, dividing relationship property, family violence, adoption and surrogacy, child support and paternity, and challenges to a will.
  • Family legal aid can cover disputes that could go to court, such as care of children, relationship property and protection orders, but not divorce itself. Income, assets and the merits of the case are assessed.
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Common questions about family lawyers in Tauranga

Which court deals with family matters in Tauranga?

Family cases are heard in the Family Court, part of the District Court — in Tauranga, at McLean House, 26 McLean Street.

Can I get legal aid for a family case?

Family legal aid can cover disputes that could go to court — such as care of children, relationship property and protection orders — but not divorce itself. It depends on your income, assets and the merits of the case.

Are the lawyers listed in Tauranga licensed?

Every lawyer listed was checked on the New Zealand Law Society's register of lawyers before being added, and each held a current practising certificate. Complaints about a lawyer go to the Law Society's Lawyers Complaints Service (0800 261 801).

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