Legal guidance and advisory Services
Access trusted legal information, advice, and support to help resolve legal issues.
Kaiārahi o te Kooti-a-Whānau | Family Court Navigators (Ministry of Justice)
A free service providing guidance, information, and practical support to help whānau understand Family Court processes, remain engaged, and access community assistance
Family Legal Advice Service (FLAS) | Ministry of Justice
Government-funded legal assistance providing eligible parents and guardians with initial advice and form-preparation support for care of children disputes before or during court proceedings.
Legal Aid | Ministry of Justice
Government funding to help individuals who cannot afford a lawyer receive legal representation and advice for family, civil, or criminal proceedings.
Community Law Centres Aotearoa
A nationwide network of 24 community law centres offering free legal advice, law-related education, resources, and representation for people with limited financial means.
Tenancy Services & Tenancy Tribunal
The government agency providing tenancy information, dispute resolution, mediation services, and formal hearings through the Tenancy Tribunal for landlords and tenants.
Relationship Property | Ministry of Justice
Official guidance and information on navigating the division of assets, family home ownership, debts, and relationship property agreements under New Zealand law.
New Zealand Law Society | Te Kāhui Ture o Aotearoa
The national professional and regulatory body for lawyers in New Zealand, providing public resources, legal rights guidance, and a directory to find qualified practitioners.
JustFund
A specialist family law litigation funder providing flexible financing to help individuals pay their legal and professional fees throughout separation, divorce, and relationship property matters until final settlement.
Family Law Section | New Zealand Law Society
A specialist section of the New Zealand Law Society representing family lawyers and providing targeted information on family justice, dispute resolution pathways, and child welfare law.