Port Hills Law - Property, Wills & Estate Lawyers Christchurch

Port Hills Law is a locally owned and operated law firm based in Cashmere, Christchurch, with services extending to the wider South Island. The firm prides itself on delivering friendly legal advice with personal attention from highly qualified experts. Founded more than 10 years ago by Nick Morley, the practice is transitioning to new leadership under Kristy Rusher, who brings over 20 years of legal experience to her role as Managing Director from April 2025.

The firm specialises in residential and commercial property law, providing comprehensive services for buying and selling homes, property contracts, title transfers, mortgage and financing matters, and commercial property transactions. They also handle property disputes and litigation, including tenant disputes, boundary disputes, and land disputes. Their expertise extends to resource management and zoning law, covering land use regulations, zoning compliance, resource consent applications, and planning and development matters.

Port Hills Law offers extensive services in wills and estate planning, including property distribution in wills, trust and asset protection, powers of attorney, and estate administration and probate. The firm also provides tenancy law services, covering residential lease agreements, lease termination and disputes, and landlord and tenant rights. With a branch office in Nelson trading as Senior Law, the firm serves clients throughout the South Island with a commitment to practical, thorough legal solutions that help clients achieve their financial objectives.