Civil Litigation Lawyers in New Zealand
Civil litigation lawyers in New Zealand help resolve disputes between people and businesses — through negotiation, mediation or, if needed, the courts.
Common situations
- Money owed and debt recovery
- Contract and business disputes
- Property and neighbour disputes
- Defending a claim made against you
- Enforcing a court judgment
Find a civil litigation lawyer near you
Northland (Whangārei)AucklandWaikato (Hamilton)Bay of Plenty (Tauranga)GisborneHawke's Bay (Napier)Taranaki (New Plymouth)Manawatū-Whanganui (Palmerston North)WellingtonTasman (Richmond)NelsonMarlborough (Blenheim)West Coast (Greymouth)Canterbury (Christchurch)Otago (Dunedin)Southland (Invercargill)
Free and low-cost help
Smaller claims can often go to the Disputes Tribunal without a lawyer. Community Law Centres can help you work out your options. If cost is a concern, Community Law Centres offer free legal help throughout New Zealand, and you may be eligible for Legal Aid through the Ministry of Justice.
General information only — not legal advice. Browse all practice areas or the full directory.