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Immigration lawyers in Wellington

7 law firms practising immigration law have an office in the Wellington area. Each firm here is verified from its own website as practising lawyers, who are exempt from immigration adviser licensing; they are regulated by the New Zealand Law Society instead of the IAA.

  1. JB Morrison Lawyerswebsite

    Wellington immigration team: Merlaina Donald (admitted 2003)

  2. Petris Law Officewebsite

    Wellington immigration team: John Steven Petris (admitted 1979)

  3. Dentons New Zealandwebsite
  4. Duncan Cotterillwebsite
  5. Lane Neavewebsite
  6. Tuitala Lawwebsite

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need an immigration lawyer in Wellington, or can a licensed adviser help?
Both can represent you to Immigration New Zealand and at the Immigration and Protection Tribunal. You need a lawyer if your matter may go to court, or if it crosses into other areas of law such as employment or criminal matters affecting character. There are 59 licensed immigration advisers based in Wellington as an alternative.
Why are immigration lawyers not on the IAA register?
Lawyers with a current New Zealand practising certificate are exempt from immigration adviser licensing, so they do not appear on the register. Verify any lawyer on the New Zealand Law Society's register of lawyers instead.
Can an immigration lawyer outside Wellington act for me?
Yes. Immigration work is routinely done remotely; your lawyer files applications and corresponds with Immigration New Zealand online. Choose on immigration experience first and location second.

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