Bamford Law - Nelson Criminal Defence & Civil Litigation Lawyers

Bamford Law is a Nelson-based legal practice specialising in comprehensive court work and litigation services. Led by Director Tony Bamford, who has over 18 years of litigation experience, the firm provides expert representation across criminal defence, civil and commercial litigation, employment law, and family law matters. The practice is particularly renowned for its criminal defence work, handling cases from careless driving through to serious charges including murder, with Tony Bamford having secured not guilty verdicts in numerous high-profile cases involving murder, manslaughter, serious drug offences, rape, and aggravated robbery.

The firm offers extensive civil and commercial litigation services, resolving disputes through various methods including mediation, arbitration, and court proceedings across District Court, High Court, and appellate levels. Their employment law expertise covers both employee and employer representation in the Employment Relations Authority and Employment Court, including personal grievances, disciplinary investigations, and health and safety matters. In family law, they specialise in relationship property agreements, property division following separation, care of children matters, and protection order proceedings.

Bamford Law also handles resource management matters before the Environment Court and professional disciplinary proceedings for health professionals and other professions. The firm operates with a dedicated support team including lawyers, legal executives, research clerks, interpreters, and private investigators to ensure comprehensive case preparation and effective representation. They accept both private instructions and legal aid cases, providing 24-hour availability for urgent criminal matters and serving the Nelson, Marlborough, and West Coast regions.