Auckland Lawyers Delivering Smart, Strategic Legal Solutions

From high-stakes commercial matters to complex family disputes, Nolen Walters is a team of multilingual Auckland lawyers committed to fast, intelligent, and culturally attuned legal outcomes.

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Expert Legal Services from Trusted Auckland Lawyers

Explore our diverse range of legal services designed to meet your needs with clarity and confidence. Whether you're navigating complex property ownership, resolving a dispute, or structuring a business, our trusted lawyers are here to guide you every step of the way.

Insolvency & Debt Recovery Legal Services

Support when finances get difficult.

We advise on all aspects of insolvency and debt recovery — from debt restructuring, voluntary administration, and directors’ duties in distressed situations to receiverships, liquidations, and asset enforcement. 

Property & Construction Legal Services

Legal clarity from the ground up.

Our team supports developers, investors, and property owners through every stage of the property law process — from purchase and finance to land development and dispute resolution. We offer guidance that aligns with both New Zealand’s legal requirements and the practical realities of property matters.

Commercial & Business Legal Services

Legal frameworks that grow with your business.

We work closely with our commercial clients to build strong foundations — structuring joint ventures, drafting contracts, and ensuring regulatory compliance. You’ll get clear advice, ongoing support, and legal solutions aligned with your commercial goals.

Litigation Services

Resolving legal issues with clear, strategic guidance.

When problems escalate, we act fast. Our Auckland law firm handles disputes across property, commercial, and civil matters — using smart strategy and deep legal expertise to deliver cost-effective outcomes.

Family Law & Private Wealth Services

Protect what matters most.

Life brings change — whether through marriage, separation, passing of a loved one, or legacy planning. Our culturally aware team provides sensitive legal services in relationship property, trusts, estate planning, care of children and personal care matters. We offer our clients expert guidance with empathy and focus.

What Our Clients Say about our Auckland Law Firm

  • Client Testimonial

    I am writing in regards with my experience as a client of James Nolen. After the first meeting with James, my impression was that he was knowledgeable, quick learning and reassuring. He has been working on a case for me over 12 months. I would love to recommend him to any of my friends if they need a good lawyer for the following reasons. 

    Good Communication Skills: James has great both oral articulating and writing skills. He speaks and writes clearly, concisely, and persuasively.

    Good Judgement and Analytical Skills: James is very good at drawing logical conclusions and making critical assumptions from limited/or extensive large quantities of information. He is always attentive to details and able to spot points of weakness in oppositions arguments and situations.

    Creativity and Pragmatism: James always shows high level of creativity and is pragmatic in problem-solving. He can persuade clients to take emotion out of the equation to achieve best outcome from very complicated situations.

    (Derek, Western Properties)

  • Client Testimonial

    I have had the pleasure of using Jeff Walters at Nolen Walters for my many developments for many years. Jeff has an absolute understanding of how to interpret my requirements and expedite them in a fast and professional way. My legal matters can be comprehensive, and I have found the speed and integrity of Jeff’s services to be very high, with my fees being extremely fair. The rest of the friendly team are always welcoming, and I would be more than happy to recommend Jeff and his team.


    (Brett, Smart Developments Auckland)

  • Client Testimonial

    Margaret Chen was an outstanding lawyer who provided invaluable assistance with a complex lawsuit involving cross-border issues. Her dual qualifications proved to be extremely beneficial. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of her expertise.

    (Anne, Business Owner, Hong Kong)

  • Client Testimonial

    We had opportunities to work with Jeff Walters and his team on multiple subdivision and construction projects. I have to say the number of experiences and professions that Jeff and his team have are really benefitting us. And it’s not only from the operational point of view also commercial outcome, especially when your legal matter was complicated. They just always know what client’s needs then deliver what you expected, and not only once, but repeatedly. We will highly recommend Jeff and his team to anyone we know. They are the ones who can really give you the” peace of mind”.

    (Frank, Sure Capital Group)

  • Client Testimonial

    I had the privilege of working with Dala Oh on a complex estate dispute involving assets across multiple countries, intense emotions, and extensive documents in Mandarin Chinese. Her bilingual skills and cultural fluency were invaluable. She identified critical translation errors in key evidence, uncovering issues that changed the case’s outcome. Beyond her sharp legal mind, Dala’s emotional intelligence was a guiding force, helping me navigate this difficult time with composure, clarity, and calm. I can’t recommend her highly enough.

    (Lee, Property Developer, Auckland)

  • Client Testimonial

    We had purchased a business that, unbeknownst to us, had guaranteed a third party. When this third party subsequently went into liquidation, the financier came after us in a situation where we had very little leverage or information. James as a litigator, communicated extraordinarily well with the financier’s legal counsel and bought us time and significant concessions. Through the whole process he was prompt and all over the detail. Unlike many professional, James’s follow up, to ensure the everything got closed out properly, was fantastic. Finally, his fees for the whole process were very reasonable.

    (Matt Currie)

  • Client Testimonial

    Dala Oh was a lifesaver during one of the hardest times in my life. From day one, she made me feel heard, supported, and confident in my case. She guided me with clear advice, fought hard for me in Court, and truly had my best interest at heart. Thanks to her dedication and expertise, I got a great outcome. If you need a lawyer who is both skilled and compassionate, this is the super hero you want by your side.

    (Sarah, Business Owner, Auckland)

  • Client Testimonial

    My name is Bruce and I have been a client for James Nolen since 2015. He has helped with many matters, and he has always been able to find the best solution and achieve the best outcome for me. He is very thorough, and he always put the client's best interest first and he also looks after the client's fee and allows generous time for me to pay off his fee while I was having financial hardship, and while I was going through the litigation with the other party. He is a great lawyer and a great human being. I strongly recommend him, and he is deserved to be awarded as Client Choice.

    (Bruce Lee, CEO, Western Properties)

  • Client Testimonial

    I have used James Nolen, together with other members of his team on various matters over a number of years, ranging from relatively straight forward commercial matters to highly complex High Court applications, which essentially involved rewriting legislation to cater to circumstances not provided for in existing law. The solutions provided to the issues at hand, were always sensible and pragmatic, and to date, happily, always successful. I have no hesitation in recommending James and his team, regardless of the degree of complexity involved when you are looking for cost effective and timely advice.

    (Chris Horton, Auckland)

  • Client Testimonial

    Peter Sargent was already acting as our legal advisor for some years.  Peter has assisted us in general conveyancing matters in respect to our Family Trust and personally, in several sales and purchases of property, and property related matters.  In every instance we have found Peter readily accessible, responsive, thorough, and effective. Given our experiences with Peter and his team, we highly recommend him.  Quite apart from his professional ability to grasp the detail and nuances of legal issues we’ve been involved with; we also enjoy Peter’s company on the occasions we’ve encountered him on a personal level.

    (Shane and Richard Compton)

  • Client Testimonial

    I have engaged Peter Sargent on many occasions concerning property acquisitions, tenancies, and other commercial matters. Peter has delivered excellent service and advice on each of these occasions. Peter listens operators carefully to our requirements each time prior to giving his considered advice His accuracy and knowledge has meant that we have always managed the process efficiently minimising any costly delays. Peter’s commitment and high level of integrity has given us comfort and security, and in every instance to date he has delivered successful outcomes.

    (Glenn Cotterill, Director Owner/ Operator of PAK’nSAVE Lincoln Road)

About Nolen Walters Law Firm

We don’t just give legal advice — we solve problems, fast.

Nolen Walters is a high-performance Auckland law firm built for modern legal challenges. We combine deep advisory and litigation expertise to deliver sharp, commercially minded outcomes across property, business, litigation, and family law. Whether it's structuring contracts to reduce risk or resolving disputes efficiently, we bring clarity, speed, and strategic focus to every matter.

Our diverse, multilingual team — including fluent English and Mandarin Chinese speakers — is trusted by both domestic and international clients. We have an established presence in the NZ Asia-Pacific market, with strong networks across key regions such as China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan, and beyond, offering seamless support across borders.

To ensure you get comprehensive legal solutions, we work closely with trusted specialists in tax, trusts and estates, environmental, IP, employment, immigration, and securities lawyers. At Nolen Walters, we bring together the right expertise at the right time — so you can move forward with confidence.

Learn About Nolen Walters Team

You don’t need to have everything figured out — that’s what we’re here for. Whether you’re navigating a legal challenge or planning for the future, we offer sharp advice and practical solutions across property, business, litigation, and family law.

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Frequently Asked Legal Questions in Auckland

  • You might come across terms like ‘barrister’, ‘solicitor’, ‘attorney’, or ‘counsel’ when researching legal services. In New Zealand, lawyers typically practise as either barristers or barristers and solicitors. Barristers typically specialise in courtroom advocacy and legal opinion work, while barristers and solicitors can handle both litigation and transactional matters like property law. Most NZ lawyers practise as barristers and solicitors. 

  • Start by looking for a lawyer who specialises in the area of law you need help with — whether it’s family, property, business, or litigation. A good lawyer should communicate clearly, be upfront about fees, and make you feel supported and informed throughout the process. 

  • We offer legal services across property law, commercial matters, litigation, insolvency, and family law. Whether you're buying property, managing a dispute, or needing asset protection, we provide expert guidance tailored to your situation.

  • It starts with a conversation. Simply contact us for an initial consultation. We’ll listen, identify the issue, and outline your legal options. From there, we guide you through the process, whether it's a one-off service or long-term legal support.

  • Yes, we provide asset protection services including trust creation, estate planning, wills, and powers of attorney. Whether your goals are personal or generational, we offer clear legal guidance to help protect your family’s wealth now and into the future. Learn about our Family Law services.

  • Yes, we advise on insurance-related issues that intersect with commercial, property, and personal legal matters. If your case involves claims, disputes, or liability, we offer clear, strategic support to resolve the matter effectively and protect your interests.