Brookfields Lawyers has 150 years of excellence in the law behind it. We are known for our top quality legal advice, our highly skilled solicitors and support staff and our solutions focused approach.
We have a strong reputation as a leading New Zealand law firm. This is demonstrated by the way in which our clients come to us and stay with us because we satisfy their needs. But don’t just take our word for it (although you can bank on that!); here's what our clients say about us:
Focused on performance and results
“... innovative and focused on problem solving with the Manukau City Council. I have always been able to rely on the Partners of Brookfields to respond immediately on matters of urgency and respect their advice. [They] have the confidence of the Elected Members ...” Leigh Auton, CEO, Manukau City Council
Innovation
“[Brookfields] is a very competent and professional firm ... quick to ‘think outside the square’ and look for innovative solutions ...” Steve Ruru, CEO, Thames-Coromandel District Council
Pro-active approach to commissioning/engagement process
“Brookfields is a very customer focused organisation. They have proactively managed the overall relationship with Council and are always prepared to respond to meeting Council needs within our timeframes” Steve Ruru, CEO, Thames-Coromandel District Council
High level problem solving and strategy forming ability
“... in relation to problem solving skills Brookfields certainly has a depth of experience ..., has an established panel of individuals capable of problem solving, and has a firmwide attitude in relation to such skills” Tim Greville, Registrar, University of Auckland
Sounding board advice
“... I have used the firm to provide advice in a number of areas where provisions under new legislation were untested, often in a situation where I was clearly pushing the boundaries to provide the most effective solutions for council” Doug Low, Director, Morrison Low
Critical thinking, planning and analysis
“Brookfields ... know all about local government business, know about the myriad of issues which can arise, and are able to assist me with expert and practical advice to resolve issues and achieve best outcomes” Gudrun Jones, District Solicitor, Waikato District Council
Friendly, accessible, available and working for you
“I find the partners and staff friendly, readily accessible and easy to work with. The service is personalised, turnaround of work is quick and requests for help required urgently are attended to promptly. Brookfields fulfils the expectations I have of my external legal advisors.” Gudrun Jones, District Solicitor, Waikato District Council
Partnering for best results
“Brookfields have shown to be a very talented team and … are readily able to work with all levels of the Council’s staff… Their interpersonal relationships are very important, such that we are readily able to obtain advice and deal with issues very effectively...”
“The relationship is a partnership where both parties contribute to the development of a solution as a team”
Bob Elliott, Chief Executive, Gisborne District Council
Progressive thinking shared with our clients
"As in-house Counsel I find their support and guidance invaluable" Lindy Speedy, Solicitor Legal Services, Manukau City Council
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