Emma specialises in dispute resolution and has particular expertise in relationship property law, including succession planning and asset protection (including contracting out agreements) and the division of assets upon separation (including company and trust-owned assets).
She assists clients with other family issues, such as care of children matters (including parenting orders), family violence matters (including urgent protection orders), estate planning (including wills, enduring powers of attorney and advance care planning) and contested estates. Emma also provides advice in relation to a wide range of dispute resolution matters, including commercial, health and safety, medico-legal, environmental and employment issues.
Emma offers personalised support and robust, pragmatic advice to individuals and families facing a wide range of legal challenges. She ensures her clients are heard and understood and helps them navigate complex legal issues, and the court system. Emma is a dedicated advocate for her clients and has the expertise necessary to represent them in court (when required).
They drive our client relationships and connections with our community, and underpin our achievements.
In 2023, Emma was recognised within the firm with our He tāngata award for the way in which she supports her colleagues and clients in the Nelson office.
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