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McDermott Legal Limited is a local North Shore law firm that provides comprehensive legal services to clients throughout Auckland and beyond. The firm is able to act for clients who are not in Auckland or who are overseas, as most services can be provided remotely. They are also happy to meet with clients at convenient Auckland locations when needed.

The firm offers a pragmatic approach to legal solutions, with Director Helen McDermott bringing extensive experience since her admission to the bar in 2005. Helen is a member of the Family Law section of the New Zealand Law Society and has particular expertise in debt recovery and family law matters. The firm handles a wide range of legal matters including business and commercial law, conveyancing, family law, employment law, and criminal law.

McDermott Legal prides itself on understanding the individual needs of clients and delivering excellent service. They offer initial free half-hour consultations to discuss options and legal positions, demonstrating their commitment to accessible legal advice and client-focused service delivery.

2
lawyers
23+ years
of combined experience
12+ years
of experience on average per lawyer
Lawyers admitted to the following courts:
  • Hamilton High Court
  • Auckland High Court
Can provide Legal Aid in the following cases:
  • Family matters, including free initial family legal advice
  • Civil matters, such as ACC, employment and tribunals
Checked against the Ministry of Justice legal aid list on 8 Nov 2026
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Practices In:

Family Law Law

They specialise in:
  • Children & Parenting
  • Divorce
  • Oranga Tamariki (Care & Protection)
  • Protection Orders
  • Relationship Property

Business Law

They specialise in:
  • Commercial
  • Contract Drafting & Review
  • Buying or Selling a Business

Property Law

They specialise in:
  • Conveyancing
  • Purchase
  • Sale
  • Mortgages & Refinancing
  • Commercial Leases

Employment Law

They specialise in:
  • Unfair Dismissal & Personal Grievance
  • Employment Agreements & Contracts
  • Redundancy & Restructuring
  • Disciplinary Process & Investigations

Civil Litigation & Disputes Law

They specialise in:
  • Debt Recovery & Enforcement
  • General Civil Disputes
  • Contract Disputes & Misrepresentation

Criminal Law

They specialise in:
  • Bail
  • Traffic Offences
  • Family Violence

Wills & Estates Law

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

Banking & Finance Law

They specialise in:
  • Insolvency & Liquidation

Building & Construction Law

They specialise in:
  • Construction Disputes & Payment Claims

General Practice Law

They generally practice in this area

Location:

Unit D/171Target Road, Wairau Valley, Auckland 0627

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