Family Lawyers - Experienced Family Law & Estate Planning in Wellington

Family Lawyers Wellington is a specialised family law barristers chambers located in Solnet House, 70 The Terrace, Wellington. They offer a comprehensive range of services for family matters, advising and assisting clients across relationships, property and children issues. The firm helps people navigate separation, maintenance and child support, explains the implications of living apart, and assists with care arrangements for children and the division of relationship property. They also advise on Prenuptial Agreements and the impact of trusts on property or estates. With a focus on practical solutions, they support clients through negotiations, mediations and Court proceedings in both Family and High Court matters. Marieke, a key member of the team, brings around 15 years’ experience across personal and relationship matters and has particular expertise in care of children matters and relationship property disputes. She acts as a Family Court appointed lawyer for children and also assists the Court. Gretchen joined Family Lawyers in 2017 after practising in a general barrister's chambers, and she has a wide range of experience with a particular emphasis on family and estate litigation. The practice emphasises negotiation, mediation and efficient, costs-conscious advocacy, with the team offering frontline representation and court appearances, as well as guidance on planning for wills, estates and related trusts.