Jones Howden Lawyers - Matamata's Trusted Legal Experts Since 1912

Jones Howden is a well-established general practice rural law firm based in Matamata, proudly serving the district since 1912. With over 100 years of continuous legal service, the firm has built a strong reputation for providing quality legal services and advice to clients throughout the Matamata district and beyond. The firm comprises two partners, two staff solicitors, two legal executives, and a dedicated team of support staff who work collaboratively to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.

The firm specialises in a broad range of legal services with particular expertise in agribusiness, business and commercial law, employment law, family law, litigation, property law, relationship property, trusts, and wills and estate planning. Their agribusiness practice includes asset protection, farm sales and leases, farming disputes, resource management issues, and sharemilking agreements. In the commercial sphere, they handle business structures, commercial contracts, joint ventures, and insolvency matters, whilst their property practice covers residential, commercial and rural property transactions, subdivisions, and development projects.

Jones Howden prides itself on working with solicitors and expert barristers throughout the country to provide sound professional advice and assistance across a variety of circumstances. The firm's philosophy is that no problem is too small, too large, or too complicated, reflecting their commitment to serving clients both within the local district and around the country. As a member of Law Alliance NZ, the firm benefits from being part of a network of independent legal practices, enabling them to provide clients with the personal service of a medium-sized firm combined with the knowledge and resources of a larger practice.