Godfreys Law - Trusted Legal Services in Christchurch Since 1870

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Godfreys Law is a well-established law firm that has been providing trusted legal advice to Christchurch and Canterbury residents since 1870. The firm prides itself on being "real people providing real solutions" and offers comprehensive legal services across both private and commercial law matters. With a team of experienced directors, associates, solicitors, and support staff, Godfreys Law is committed to making clients' lives easier through professional and accessible legal representation.

The firm specialises in a wide range of practice areas including residential and commercial property conveyancing, employment law, family law, elder law and powers of attorney, traffic law, wills and estates, and business law matters. Godfreys Law is particularly known for its property conveyancing services, offering fixed-fee arrangements for first home buyers and comprehensive support throughout the entire property transaction process. Their employment law team assists with personal grievances, redundancy matters, and workplace disputes, whilst their elder law specialists help clients with enduring powers of attorney, retirement village transitions, and estate planning.

Located at Level 3, 22 Moorhouse Avenue in Christchurch, Godfreys Law maintains strong connections with Canterbury families and businesses, with some client relationships spanning three generations. The firm is actively involved in the local community, supporting organisations such as Citizens Advice Bureau, Life Education Trust Canterbury, Nurse Maude, Zonta NZ, and Dress for Success. Beyond traditional legal services, Godfreys Law also hosts "The Real Solutions Business Podcast" and regularly publishes legal insights through their blog to keep clients informed about important legal developments.

78+ years
of combined experience
9+ years
of experience on average per lawyer
Lawyers admitted to the following courts:
  • Christchurch High Court
  • Auckland High Court
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Practices In:

Property Law

They specialise in:
  • Conveyancing
  • Purchase
  • Sale
  • Mortgage
  • Refinancing
  • Commercial Property

Employment Law

They specialise in:
  • Unfair Dismissal
  • Workplace Bullying
  • Independent Contractor Agreement

Family Law Law

They specialise in:
  • Relationship Property

Elder Law Law

They specialise in:
  • Enduring Power of Attorney
  • Guardianship
  • Retirement Living

Criminal Law

They specialise in:
  • Traffic Offences

Wills & Estates Law

They specialise in:
  • Wills
  • Estate Planning
  • Estate Administration
  • Power of Attorney
  • Trusts

Business Law

They specialise in:
  • Commercial
  • Contract

General Practice Law

They specialise in:
  • Notary Public

Location:

Level 3/22 Moorhouse Avenue, Christchurch 8011

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