Gilding Baker Law Limited - Property & Commercial Law Specialists

Gilding Baker Law is a specialist property and commercial law firm based in Whangarei, Northland. The firm incorporates the established practice of John Gilding & Associates, which operated for 20 years under John Gilding's leadership before his retirement in March 2022. Directors Dan Baker and Tangiwai Baker now lead the firm, continuing the legacy of honest, reliable and professional legal services whilst bringing their own extensive experience and expertise to the practice.

The firm specialises in comprehensive property law services, assisting clients with residential, commercial and rural property transactions ranging from straightforward conveyancing to complex commercial property deals. Their property law expertise extends to refinancing, leases, subdivisions, property succession, estate and trusts planning and administration, wills and enduring powers of attorney. The team focuses on providing clear, practical advice tailored to each client's specific property needs.

In commercial law, Gilding Baker Law advises on a broad range of business legal issues affecting companies and their owners. Their commercial services include buying and selling businesses, entity formation and structuring, company law advice, insolvency matters, financing arrangements, commercial leases and agreements, shareholder agreements, franchises and licensing, terms of trade, and employment advice. The firm prides itself on delivering pragmatic legal solutions that help businesses achieve their commercial objectives whilst managing legal risks effectively.