Harmans Lawyers

10/06/2026

🏠 Thinking about buying your first home?

We are hosting an evening just for you! ✨

Whether you are just starting to think about purchasing or you are ready to make an offer, everyone is welcome.

You will hear from three industry professionals:
⚖️ Property Lawyer
💰 Mortgage Adviser
🏡 Real Estate Agent
who will share practical tips for purchasing.

📅 Please register at the link below. We look forward to seeing you for a relaxed and informative evening. 😊

🔗 https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/first-home-buyer-evening-tickets-1991020722578

H**e Haughey | Abbey McSherry | Charlotte Heaslip

New Zealand's most dynamic mid-sized law firm.

01/06/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Beker Stone has officially merged with Harmans, effective today.

As part of this exciting development, the Beker Stone team - including Daniel Beker, Bevan Stone, and Peter Cordner - joins Harmans.

We warmly welcome the Beker Stone team and their clients to Harmans.

For Beker Stone clients, this merger enhances our ability to support you with broader expertise, deeper resources, and an expanded team, while continuing to provide the personalised service and trusted advice you know.

This is a natural fit between two highly aligned practices, built on shared values and long-standing client relationships, and it marks a positive step forward for all involved.

22/05/2026

The office turned pink yesterday in support of breast cancer awareness.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in New Zealand women. 1 in 10 women will be diagnosed with it in their lifetime. And more than 650 women in Aotearoa die from the disease every year.

We are proud to have raised $1,644. The funds raised go towards vital ground-breaking breast cancer research, life-saving education and life-changing patient support.

11/05/2026

Cross-lease titles give each respective registered owner an undivided share in the underlying land, which they own as tenants in common.

Restrictive covenants in the leases themselves often require an owner who wants to make alterations to their flat to first obtain the consent of all of the landlords (lessors) acting jointly, including the tenant/landlord seeking change.

Find out more: https://harmans.co.nz/cross-leases-when-withholding-consent-is-unreasonable/

15/04/2026

Congratulations to our very own Colin Abernethy! 🎉

Harmans are incredibly proud to report that Colin was elected as the Deputy Chair for the New Zealand Law Society Family Law Section Executive Committee.

Colin’s commitment and contribution to the legal community and his acknowledged expertise in family law continue to make a real impact both for our clients here in Christchurch and on a national level.

This appointment demonstrates the high regard in which Colin is held by his peers across Aotearoa.

Please join us in congratulating Colin on this well deserved achievement! 👏

Photo L-R: Nazmeen Rasheed (Treasurer), Richard Smith (Chair), Colin Abernethy (Deputy Chair)

01/04/2026

Our offices are closed over Easter from Friday, 3 April - Tuesday 7 April.

Enjoy your time with family and friends.

27/03/2026

We’re delighted to announce the appointment of Catherine (Taff) Gilvray to Special Counsel.

A long-standing member of our Commercial and Property team, Taff is widely respected for her depth of experience and unwavering commitment to her clients. She provides specialist advice across banking and finance, as well as commercial and residential property, trusts, and asset protection.

Known for her personable approach and the strong relationships she builds, Taff is a highly valued and integral member of the firm.

Congratulations, Taff - a well-deserved recognition.