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Throughout our lives many of us will find ourselves in need of legal advice, be it for matters like conveyancing, employment, or some other requirement. Rather than searching for the right legal expert for the job each time, why not partner with a multi-disciplined legal firm that can be with you every step of the way? Our diverse and extensive team of legal experts are committed to achieving the best outcomes for you and your bottom line.

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    Discuss your legal requirements – No obligation, no fee.

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    Identify the legal issues requiring attention.

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    Confirm any fees and obligations.

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    Strategise determine the most efficient way to produce the desired outcome.

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    Implement your legal strategy.

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Corcoran French is one of over 50 firms throughout New Zealand that are proud members of NZ LAW. Membership enables firms across the country to access one another’s skills, resources, information, and ideas whilst maintaining the confidentiality of their clients’ affairs.

Latest news

June 2025 | Isabella Drew

Welcome to the Partnership, Delys Brough!

The partners of Corcoran French are delighted to welcome Delys Brough to the Partnership from June 1st 2025. Delys has over 20 years’ experience as a commercial and property lawyer. She joined Corcoran French in 2015 and for the past few years, Delys has worked principally in our local government team. Delys is based in our Christchurch city office.

May 2025 | Virginia Nichols

5 Clues to Crafty Copyright Curation

Your business plan should include an intellectual property (IP) strategy to maximise the value of your intangible assets.  Copyright can either assist or hinder, so it pays to consider it early. Identify your Copyright Works…

March 2025 | Isabella Drew

Reimagined and Relocated

Corcoran French Lawyers has an exciting 2025 lined up – commencing a transformative journey; reimagined with revitalised branding and alignment, and relocating the Christchurch city office premises. From Moorhouse Ave to Armagh St: Corcoran French…

February 2025 | Jemma Mapp-Jones

Enduring Power of Attorneys (EPOA’s)

What happens when you do not have an Enduring Power of Attorney? What happens if you are assessed by a medical professional as not having capacity to make your own financial or personal care and…

Upcoming events

11 Jul

Kaiapoi Art Expo

For the first time the public can purchase tickets to attend the official opening of the 2025 Corcoran French Kaiapoi Art Expo. At the opening you will receive a complimentary drink and nibbles, mingle with the artists and have the…

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What people are saying…

“My wife and I regard Corcoran French as a Goldilocks type company. They’re not too big that you’re not a personal client and they won’t have personal interface with you, but they’re big enough to have all the people in-house that you might possibly need in terms of advice. They have all resources in their fold, without being a big corporate where you get lost in anonymity as to who you are.”

Brent Rawstron
Managing Director of Rossendale Holdings