Bay Legal - Trusted Family Law, Property & Estate Planning Lawyers in Hastings

Bay Legal Limited is an all-female law firm based in Hastings, specialising in family law and related matters. Established in 2005, the firm provides expert legal services across family court work, relationship property, care of children matters, and domestic violence cases. Their comprehensive family law practice includes representation in Oranga Tamariki matters, adoption, guardianship, and youth advocacy.

The firm also offers extensive services in residential property transactions, including sales, purchases, and refinancing, as well as expertise in trusts, wills, and estates administration. Their approach emphasises being professional yet approachable, ensuring clients receive clear guidance and support through various legal processes. The team includes experienced lawyers who are approved legal aid providers and hold Lawyer for Child appointments from the Family Court.

With a strong commitment to ongoing legal education and community involvement, Bay Legal Limited delivers specialist services in areas such as surrogacy, Human Assisted Reproduction (AHR), Hague Convention issues, and Royal Commission on abuse in state care matters. They pride themselves on providing comprehensive support for both personal and property legal requirements while maintaining a friendly, caring approach to client service.