LawMate ANZ Blog

News and updates from founder Reuben Rewha on building a better way to find a lawyer in New Zealand and Australia.

30 September 2026 · Reuben Rewha

Why I built LawMate ANZ

Founder Reuben Rewha on why he built LawMate ANZ, a free-for-clients way to find verified, independent lawyers in New Zealand and Australia.

30 September 2026 · Reuben Rewha

How LawMate matches you with a lawyer

How LawMate works: describe your problem, we suggest the right area of law, and match you with a verified local lawyer. Free for clients, no percentage.

30 September 2026 · Reuben Rewha

For lawyers: why LawMate charges a flat fee, never a percentage

LawMate charges lawyers a flat NZ$250 a month after a free first client match, and never takes a percentage of fees. Here's why, and what you get.

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