RSM Law Timaru - Expert Legal Services Since 1883

RSM Law is one of the most client-focused law firms in South Canterbury, established in 1883 and playing an integral part in the growth and development of the region and beyond. The firm offers comprehensive legal services across all areas of law, with particular emphasis on business law including company law, small business matters and compliance, property law covering rural and commercial property as well as residential conveyancing, litigation, resource management issues including carbon accounting and emissions trading, estate planning, wills and trusts, infrastructure and syndication, and personal legal services.

The firm has developed particular expertise in advising farming clients, helping to establish farm companies of all sizes, negotiating share-milking agreements, and providing advice on horticulture, forestry and fishing ventures. RSM Law also provides advice on and establishes joint venture and equity partnership syndicates. The firm is well known for the quality of its tax advice to clients, advising on all aspects of taxation whether company or personal obligations, and working with the Inland Revenue Department and other agencies to develop tax-planning strategies.

RSM Law maintains a strong commitment to community involvement, serving as Honorary Solicitors to many charitable and community groups whilst encouraging directors and staff to become actively involved in the community and offer time and advice on a pro-bono basis. The firm operates from offices in Timaru and Waimate, providing clients with access to a large and experienced team of lawyers, legal executives, accounting and administrative staff ready to meet at their offices or at clients' homes or businesses.