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Experienced mergers and acquisitions lawyers. Due diligence, business valuations, share purchases, and asset acquisitions across New Zealand. No matter your commercial experience, mergers and acquisitions can be complex. We keep the bigger picture in mind, while providing you with advice at each stage in the process. From term sheets and project due diligence to commercial negotiations and drafting of contracts, our experts will work with you to complete the transaction in a manner that meets your commercial objectives. - Mergers & Acquisitions Mergers and Acquisitions Overseas Investment Project Due Diligence - Meet the experts Go Go Alexandra Boustridge Partner DDI 06 280 2940 M 027 406 5071 E aboustridge@crlaw.co.nz Go AB AB Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. - What You Need To Know If you're a first time client, we'll need to do some AML checks. For our new clients, under the AML/CFT Act we need to take appropriate measures to guard against money laundering and terrorism financing. Part of this is the requirement for us to sight and verify your identity. We ask that you bring visual identification, and potentially supporting documentation. Please click here to view the acceptable identification and documentation. What I should bring to the first meeting? Depending on the item you'd like to discuss, it's good to be able to bring along any documentation you feel will help us understand your situation and requirements. Don't worry if you are not sure, our first meeting is all about understanding what support and advice you need. - Learn Who CR Law Is... We’re proud of where we’ve come from. Want to learn more? About CR Law Go

Professional notary public for document authentication and certification. International documents, statutory declarations, and notarial services. We have a notary public in our partnership. We are pleased to have Lester Houghton available as a Notary Public to authenticate and provide Notarial Certificates to documentation requiring Notary authentication, particularly for overseas jurisdictions. - Notary Public - Meet the experts Go Go Lester Houghton Partner & Notary Public DDI 06 350 3765 M 027 246 2293 E lhoughton@crlaw.co.nz Go LH LH Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. - What You Need To Know If you're a first time client, we'll need to do some AML checks. For our new clients, under the AML/CFT Act we need to take appropriate measures to guard against money laundering and terrorism financing. Part of this is the requirement for us to sight and verify your identity. We ask that you bring visual identification, and potentially supporting documentation. Please click here to view the acceptable identification and documentation. What I should bring to the first meeting? Depending on the item you'd like to discuss, it's good to be able to bring along any documentation you feel will help us understand your situation and requirements. Don't worry if you are not sure, our first meeting is all about understanding what support and advice you need. - Learn Who CR Law Is... We’re proud of where we’ve come from. Want to learn more? About CR Law Go

Trusted commercial property solicitors for leases, sales, and purchases. Office, retail, and industrial property legal services across New Zealand. Whether buying, selling, or leasing, it is important to understand all aspects of commercial property. From opportunities to challenges — our experienced team can assist. We will work with you to understand the legal issues involved in your transaction and offer personalised advice and solutions. - Commercial Property Acquisitions and Sales Acquisition Finance Commercial Leasing Commercial Property Transactions Due Diligence – Commercial Property Finance Infrastructure, Construction and Projects Subdivisions and Property Development - Meet the experts Go Go Lester Houghton Partner & Notary Public DDi 06 350 3765 M 027 246 2293 E lhoughton@crlaw.co.nz Go LH Alexandra Boustridge Partner DDi 06 280 2940 M 027 406 5071 E aboustridge@crlaw.co.nz Go AB Ashley Muir Senior Associate DDi 06 350 3763 M 027 423 4513 E amuir@crlaw.co.nz Go AJM Connor Morriss Senior Solicitor DDi 06 241 8168 M E cmorriss@crlaw.co.nz Go CWM LH Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. AB Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. AJM Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. CWM Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. - What You Need To Know If you're a first time client, we'll need to do some AML checks. For our new clients, under the AML/CFT Act we need to take appropriate measures to guard against money laundering and terrorism financing. Part of this is the requirement for us to sight and verify your identity. We ask that you bring visual identification, and potentially supporting documentation. Please click here to view the acceptable identification and documentation. What I should bring to the first meeting? Depending on the item you'd like to discuss, it's good to be able to bring along any documentation you feel will help us understand your situation and requirements. Don't worry if you are not sure, our first meeting is all about understanding what support and advice you need. - Learn Who CR Law Is... We’re proud of where we’ve come from. Want to learn more? About CR Law Go

Specialist RMA lawyers for consents, plan changes, and environmental compliance. Expert advocacy for councils, developers, and landowners across NZ. Our well regarded resource management team provides advice on a range of policy, consenting and compliance issues under the Resource Management Act 1991, the Natural and Built Environment Act 2023, and related legislation. We assist local authorities and private clients (individual, developer and corporate) with projects and developments, including urban development, infrastructure, water, commercial development, agriculture, freshwater, and climate change. Our team of specialists provide legal advice and advocacy on resource management issues, from initial questions, through to various applications, through mediation, Court and appeal related processes. - Natural & Built Environment Building Act Issues Coastal Development Designations Enforcement and Compliance Environmental Due Diligence Environmental Prosecutions Forestry Freshwater Management Infrastructure Judicial Review Land Contamination Plan Changes Resource Consents Resource Management Act (RMA) matters Urban Planning and Development Water Allocation - Meet the experts Go Go Nick Jessen Partner DDI 06 350 3769 M 027 415 7515 E njessen@crlaw.co.nz Go NJ Shannon Johnston Partner DDI 06 280 2716 M 021 647 709 E sjohnston@crlaw.co.nz Go SJ NJ Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. SJ Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. - What You Need To Know If you're a first time client, we'll need to do some AML checks. For our new clients, under the AML/CFT Act we need to take appropriate measures to guard against money laundering and terrorism financing. Part of this is the requirement for us to sight and verify your identity. We ask that you bring visual identification, and potentially supporting documentation. Please click here to view the acceptable identification and documentation. What I should bring to the first meeting? Depending on the item you'd like to discuss, it's good to be able to bring along any documentation you feel will help us understand your situation and requirements. Don't worry if you are not sure, our first meeting is all about understanding what support and advice you need. - Learn Who CR Law Is... We’re proud of where we’ve come from. Want to learn more? About CR Law Go

Trusted relationship property specialists. Division of assets, prenuptial agreements, contracting out, and Family Court property matters in NZ. Our specialist team provides practical advice across all aspects of relationship property and separation matters. We work with you to ensure any negotiated outcome is in your best interests and understood by you. Where necessary, our dispute team will work with you to develop strategies and manage disputes through litigation. We also provide independent advice in conflict situations. - Relationship Property Advice and Representation – Court Proceedings Contracting Out Agreements Division of Assets Independent Advice PPRR Act Applications (Capacity) Relationship Property Agreements Relationship Property Disputes/Negotiating Resolution Spousal Maintenance Trust Litigation and Dispute Resolution - Meet the experts Go Go Alexandra Boustridge Partner DDI 06 280 2940 M 027 406 5071 E aboustridge@crlaw.co.nz Go AB David Sheppard Senior Counsel DDI 06 280 4824 M 027 221 3611 E dsheppard@crlaw.co.nz Go DS AB Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. DS Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. - What You Need To Know If you're a first time client, we'll need to do some AML checks. For our new clients, under the AML/CFT Act we need to take appropriate measures to guard against money laundering and terrorism financing. Part of this is the requirement for us to sight and verify your identity. We ask that you bring visual identification, and potentially supporting documentation. Please click here to view the acceptable identification and documentation. What I should bring to the first meeting? Depending on the item you'd like to discuss, it's good to be able to bring along any documentation you feel will help us understand your situation and requirements. Don't worry if you are not sure, our first meeting is all about understanding what support and advice you need. - Learn Who CR Law Is... We’re proud of where we’ve come from. Want to learn more? About CR Law Go

Specialist family trust lawyers for establishment, reviews, and succession planning. Protect your assets with trusted trust advice in NZ. Our highly experienced trust specialists will work to ensure your trusts are structured and managed in a way which protects your assets and looks after you and your goals in the long term. No matter the type of trust you are considering, we want to make sure you are aware of all your options, as well as all other details, big or small. We have experts in everything from the establishment and reorganisation of trusts, management of trusts and trustee duties and obligations, asset protection and ownership structures to complex family and succession matters. - Trusts Trust Establishment and Asset Transfer Asset Protection Succession Planning Trust Reviews Estate and Retirement Planning Private Family Trusts - Meet the experts Go Go Lester Houghton Partner & Notary Public DDI 06 350 3765 M 027 246 2293 E lhoughton@crlaw.co.nz Go LH Sarah Sheppard Partner DDI 06 280 4826 M 021 207 9630 E ssheppard@crlaw.co.nz Go SJS Sheree Merritt Trusts Specialist/Registered Legal Executive DDI 06 241 8174 M E smerritt@crlaw.co.nz Go SEM LH Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. SJS Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. SEM Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. - What You Need To Know If you're a first time client, we'll need to do some AML checks. For our new clients, under the AML/CFT Act we need to take appropriate measures to guard against money laundering and terrorism financing. Part of this is the requirement for us to sight and verify your identity. We ask that you bring visual identification, and potentially supporting documentation. Please click here to view the acceptable identification and documentation. What I should bring to the first meeting? Depending on the item you'd like to discuss, it's good to be able to bring along any documentation you feel will help us understand your situation and requirements. Don't worry if you are not sure, our first meeting is all about understanding what support and advice you need. - Learn Who CR Law Is... We’re proud of where we’ve come from. Want to learn more? About CR Law Go

Specialist overseas investment lawyers for OIO applications. Foreign buyer approvals and international investment compliance for New Zealand property. Considering overseas investment? You will likely have some questions. You may need support in navigating a transaction, or you might want a second opinion. With our team’s international expertise, we can help you work through your options and provide simple solutions to complex issues. - Overseas Investment Agribusiness Transactions Commercial Property Transactions Corporate Structuring Employment Agreements Overseas Investment - Meet the experts Go Go Connor Morriss Senior Solicitor DDI 06 241 8168 M E cmorriss@crlaw.co.nz Go CWM CWM Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. - What You Need To Know If you're a first time client, we'll need to do some AML checks. For our new clients, under the AML/CFT Act we need to take appropriate measures to guard against money laundering and terrorism financing. Part of this is the requirement for us to sight and verify your identity. We ask that you bring visual identification, and potentially supporting documentation. Please click here to view the acceptable identification and documentation. What I should bring to the first meeting? Depending on the item you'd like to discuss, it's good to be able to bring along any documentation you feel will help us understand your situation and requirements. Don't worry if you are not sure, our first meeting is all about understanding what support and advice you need. - Learn Who CR Law Is... We’re proud of where we’ve come from. Want to learn more? About CR Law Go

Expert residential property lawyers for buying and selling homes. First home buyers, property transfers, easements, and subdivision assistance. For many people, their home is their biggest asset. We know how important property transactions are, so our team is here to make sure you’re well looked after. Whether it is purchasing sections or homes, or looking to complete a development or subdivision, we are here to help. - Residential Property Easements Property Development Property Sharing Agreements Sales and Purchase Subdivisions Unit Titles - Meet the experts Go Go Ashley Muir Senior Associate DDI 06 350 3763 M 027 423 4513 E amuir@crlaw.co.nz Go AJM AJM Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. - What You Need To Know If you're a first time client, we'll need to do some AML checks. For our new clients, under the AML/CFT Act we need to take appropriate measures to guard against money laundering and terrorism financing. Part of this is the requirement for us to sight and verify your identity. We ask that you bring visual identification, and potentially supporting documentation. Please click here to view the acceptable identification and documentation. What I should bring to the first meeting? Depending on the item you'd like to discuss, it's good to be able to bring along any documentation you feel will help us understand your situation and requirements. Don't worry if you are not sure, our first meeting is all about understanding what support and advice you need. - Learn Who CR Law Is... We’re proud of where we’ve come from. Want to learn more? About CR Law Go

Trusted immigration lawyers for businesses and individuals. Visa applications, residence pathways, partnership visas, and immigration appeals. 我们为在新西兰工作和生活提供实用及及时的移民建议。我们可以处理申请流程，与新西兰移民部门进行联络，并减轻在前往新西兰生活和工作过程中的一些压力。 移民事务 我们为在新西兰工作和生活提供实用及及时的移民建议。我们可以处理申请流程，与新西兰移民部门进行联络，并减轻在前往新西兰生活和工作过程中的一些压力。 我们可以帮助简化移民事宜。 包括的内容 商业移民 移民上诉 居留签证（技术移民，父母移民，配偶移民） 在新西兰购房（如果您不是新西兰公民） 技术雇佣 - 约谈资深专业人员 Go Go Connor Morriss Senior Solicitor DDI 06 241 8168 M E cmorriss@crlaw.co.nz Go CWM CWM Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. - What You Need To Know If you're a first time client, we'll need to do some AML checks. For our new clients, under the AML/CFT Act we need to take appropriate measures to guard against money laundering and terrorism financing. Part of this is the requirement for us to sight and verify your identity. We ask that you bring visual identification, and potentially supporting documentation. Please click here to view the acceptable identification and documentation. What I should bring to the first meeting? Depending on the item you'd like to discuss, it's good to be able to bring along any documentation you feel will help us understand your situation and requirements. Don't worry if you are not sure, our first meeting is all about understanding what support and advice you need. - Learn Who CR Law Is... We’re proud of where we’ve come from. Want to learn more? About CR Law Go

Specialist local government lawyers for councils and ratepayers. Policy advice, rates disputes, judicial review, and Local Government Act compliance. Our experienced local government team provides legal advice to local authorities on the full spectrum of issues they face. We have an in-depth knowledge of local government and its processes. This means we can assist local government and a range of private clients navigate complex legislation to achieve community and commercial goals. Our property team are also specialists in all property issues that matter to local government. - Local Government Administrative Law Bylaws & Policies Decision Making Processes Development Contributions Governance Heritage Judicial Review Liquor Licensing Long Term & Annual Plans Official Information Regulatory & Enforcement Matters Reserves Roading - Meet the experts Go Go Nick Jessen Partner DDI 06 350 3769 M 027 415 7515 E njessen@crlaw.co.nz Go NJ Shannon Johnston Partner DDI 06 280 2716 M 021 647 709 E sjohnston@crlaw.co.nz Go SJ Ashley Muir Senior Associate DDI 06 350 3763 M 027 423 4513 E amuir@crlaw.co.nz Go AJM NJ Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. SJ Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. AJM Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. - What You Need To Know If you're a first time client, we'll need to do some AML checks. For our new clients, under the AML/CFT Act we need to take appropriate measures to guard against money laundering and terrorism financing. Part of this is the requirement for us to sight and verify your identity. We ask that you bring visual identification, and potentially supporting documentation. Please click here to view the acceptable identification and documentation. What I should bring to the first meeting? Depending on the item you'd like to discuss, it's good to be able to bring along any documentation you feel will help us understand your situation and requirements. Don't worry if you are not sure, our first meeting is all about understanding what support and advice you need. - Learn Who CR Law Is... We’re proud of where we’ve come from. Want to learn more? About CR Law Go

Expert estate planning lawyers in NZ. We help with wills, EPOA, probate & estate administration. Protect your family's future—contact CR Law today. The loss of someone close to you is a challenging and emotional time. Getting older can also be confronting, when faced with life challenges or preparation for later years. Whether you are just considering your options, have specific goals in mind for your property and personal needs or are dealing with the loss of a loved family member, our expert team will help you plan and answer your questions. We have specific elder law expertise with a team experienced in wills and estate planning, estate administration and enduring powers of attorney. - Estate Planning & Administration Estate Management and Administration Succession Planning Trust Administration - Meet the experts Go Go Sarah Sheppard Partner DDI 06 280 4826 M 021 207 9630 E ssheppard@crlaw.co.nz Go SJS Sheree Merritt Trusts Specialist/Registered Legal Executive DDI 06 241 8174 M E smerritt@crlaw.co.nz Go SEM Rhea Hammond Registered Legal Executive DDI 06 241 8178 M E rhammond@crlaw.co.nz Go RH SJS Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. SEM Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. RH Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. - What You Need To Know If you're a first time client, we'll need to do some AML checks. For our new clients, under the AML/CFT Act we need to take appropriate measures to guard against money laundering and terrorism financing. Part of this is the requirement for us to sight and verify your identity. We ask that you bring visual identification, and potentially supporting documentation. Please click here to view the acceptable identification and documentation. What I should bring to the first meeting? Depending on the item you'd like to discuss, it's good to be able to bring along any documentation you feel will help us understand your situation and requirements. Don't worry if you are not sure, our first meeting is all about understanding what support and advice you need. - Learn Who CR Law Is... We’re proud of where we’ve come from. Want to learn more? About CR Law Go

Specialist governance lawyers for boards and directors. Company law compliance, governance policies, and director obligations. Trusted NZ legal advice. We want to help you make the right decisions. We have expertise in advising on a broad spectrum of corporate and public governance matters. Our team can advise you on matters relating to governance processes, procedures, roles, dispute resolution and more. - Governance Board and Shareholder Composition Compliance Conflicts of Interest Corporate Governance Director and Officer Liability Director Roles Dispute Resolution - Meet the experts Go Go Lester Houghton Partner & Notary Public DDI 06 350 3765 M 027 246 2293 E lhoughton@crlaw.co.nz Go LH Alexandra Boustridge Partner DDI 06 280 2940 M 027 406 5071 E aboustridge@crlaw.co.nz Go AB LH Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. AB Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. - What You Need To Know If you're a first time client, we'll need to do some AML checks. For our new clients, under the AML/CFT Act we need to take appropriate measures to guard against money laundering and terrorism financing. Part of this is the requirement for us to sight and verify your identity. We ask that you bring visual identification, and potentially supporting documentation. Please click here to view the acceptable identification and documentation. What I should bring to the first meeting? Depending on the item you'd like to discuss, it's good to be able to bring along any documentation you feel will help us understand your situation and requirements. Don't worry if you are not sure, our first meeting is all about understanding what support and advice you need. - Learn Who CR Law Is... We’re proud of where we’ve come from. Want to learn more? About CR Law Go