Overview
Parry Field Lawyers is a commercial law firm based in New Zealand, established in 1948 and serving clients for over 75 years. It provides legal services across a broad range of practice areas including property, business advisory, disputes, trusts and estates, and immigration. The firm operates from multiple offices including Christchurch, Riccarton, Rolleston, Hokitika, and Auckland, reflecting a national presence.
Parry Field Lawyers supports a diverse client base such as individuals, businesses, and purpose-driven organisations. It positions itself as offering practical legal guidance tailored to client needs, with a longstanding history of legal practice in New Zealand.
Mission and focus areas
Parry Field Lawyers’ core mission centres on delivering legal services that help clients navigate complex matters effectively and practically. Its main focus areas include property law, commercial and business advisory, employment law, disputes resolution, trusts and asset planning, and immigration.
The firm also serves charities, not-for-profits, social enterprises, and impact investors, offering specialised insights on governance, compliance, and legal structures within the for-purpose sector. Through dedicated information hubs and resources, it contributes to better governance and legal understanding for organisations engaged in social impact activities.
Structure and governance
Parry Field Lawyers operates as a partnership with multiple partners and a team of approximately 80–100 staff. It maintains offices across several regions in New Zealand to ensure accessibility to clients nationwide. The leadership includes partners and legal specialists with expertise across practice areas.
The firm’s structure supports collaborative work across teams and locations, often drawing on cross-office support for broader client needs, and reflecting growth through recent office expansion.
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Programs and offerings
Parry Field Lawyers provides traditional legal services alongside a suite of resources and informational tools aimed at supporting the not-for-profit and impact sectors. These include articles, guides, templates, courses, and information hubs focused on charities, governance essentials, incorporated societies, and impact investing.
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The firm combines client service delivery with knowledge-sharing through free resources, helping users better address legal, governance, and compliance challenges relevant to sustainable and purpose-driven organisations.
