Relationship Property – Do We Need a Separation Agreement?
One of the most common questions we hear from new clients is, “If we both agree on how to divide everything, why do we need lawyers?” When couples separate or ...
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Why choose us
Southern Peak Law
Southern Peak Law is an innovative and outcome focused firm. We walk alongside our clients, in good and challenging times, to help them achieve their dreams, whatever they may be.
Whether you are dreaming of owning your first home, farm or investment property, owning or expanding your own business, portfolio or retiring, we are there to help you achieve your dream. You may be at home, in your office, on the farm, catching your quota on the sea, modern technology allows us to communicate with you.
- We are easily accessible, responsive and solution focused to deliver value for money.
- Specialists in Business, Property, Rural, Employment, Relationship Property, Trusts, Wills, and Estates matters
- We have offices in Invercargill and Cromwell, and travel regularly to Queenstown and throughout the Southern region. We travel to you when you need us. We also provide virtual meeting services.
Our services
Recent news
Disputes Tribunal Maximum Claim Doubles
On 24 January 2026, the financial jurisdiction of the Disputes Tribunal increased from $30,000.00 to $60,000.00. Effectively doubling the maximum claim. This is a significant change for individuals and businesses ...
Farm Succession Planning & Avoiding the Potholes
Succession planning can feel overwhelming. Far from the simplicity of watching the rugby or cricket. The process requires balancing deeply personal goals with long-term strategy. You might be wondering what ...
Testimonials
Having been involved in major projects in Central Otago for over a decade, the requirement for a local legal firm became the logical solution for efficient business dealings we are involved in.
After much research, Doreen Evans and her team were chosen, and we followed her team to Southern Peak Law. Their team has been extremely professional, knowledgeable, helpful, efficient and economical with the variety of tasks we have had them undertake. Happy Client.
Cromwell property developer
When Practice Manager Jane Kent and Doctors Christina Bocock, Kim Nester, Jacquie Walker and Kate Wheeler established their company they sought a law firm with a strong suite of corporate legal skills and the agility to work alongside them in a personal and collaborative way.
Southern Peak Law fulfilled this criteria and Doreen and her team also assisted Health Partners South with the acquisition of Catherine Street Medical Centre in March 2022.
Southern Peak’s input included
- business structure and operational options
- acquisition negotiations
- drafting of legal documents
- liaison with accounting and finance professionalsDoreen and her team were integral in assisting us towards our goal of establishing a modern medical practice that partners with its patients in innovative ways for optimal health outcomes
Health Partners South Limited
We would like to commend Bonnie and Doreen for providing excellent legal services in the recent sale of our hotel. Elements of the transaction were complicated but these were handled with care and efficiency
Satisfied hotelier
Bonnie prepares all of my build contracts and has done so for many years. She is quick and reasonably priced. I’m very satisfied with her build contracts and legal services.
Wanaka builder
Thank you Doreen and the team at Southern Peak Law on the completion of our development. We came across some hurdles along the way and you were extremely competent in thinking outside the box and negotiating resolutions for us. Your conveyancing services were excellent too.
Cromwell property developer
We were made to feel very comfortable and had all of our questions answered. We were guided through the tricky process of buying a house before our home sold. We found the costs to be reasonable for the services we received. Thank you to the team at Southern Peak Law.
Queenstown home sellers
Thank you team Southern Peak Law and specifically Kylie, for helping us achieve our dream of home ownership! You walked us through every step of buying our first home and took the stress out of it all for us. So pleased we got there and we wouldn’t use anyone else
Cromwell property owner
I have several commercial properties and businesses. I use Southern Peak Law regularly. I always find the team to be quick to respond, highly competent and good problem solvers.
Invercargill businessperson
Great that your new business is busy, but then no surprise as your professional reputation is as good as cash in the bank Doreen.
Banker and valued client