Couch Harlowe Kovacevich | Expert Corporate & Commercial Legal Services

Couch Harlowe Kovacevich is a boutique New Zealand law firm headquartered in Auckland, specialising in commercial law with a practical, results-driven ethos. The firm blends senior lawyer experience with a nimble, partner-led approach to deliver premium advice without the rigidity of larger firms. Its core practice spans corporate and commercial law, property and projects, and dispute resolution, with a sharp focus on complex transactions, strategic advisory, and contentious matters.

The Corporate and Commercial team handles mergers and acquisitions, private equity and venture capital investments, capital raisings, shareholder arrangements, joint ventures and strategic partnerships, employee share schemes, and corporate governance. The Real Estate team supports acquisitions, developments, leasing, financing and property portfolios for landlords, developers and investment funds, including cross-border matters.

The Dispute Resolution group handles insurance, insolvency, construction disputes, defamation and complex commercial litigation, often acting for banks, multinationals, and growth technology companies. Couch Harlowe Kovacevich maintains a dedicated China Desk, enabling Chinese clients to access New Zealand law with native language support.

The firm’s industries include technology, cybersecurity, hospitality, and manufacturing, reinforcing its strength in private equity, high-growth ventures and sophisticated asset transactions. Client service emphasises pragmatic solutions, timely communication and pragmatic risk management across New Zealand and internationally.