Expertise

Chen Palmer is the first and best public law firm in New Zealand. Our reputation is for delivering a result. We don’t just advise on public and employment law problems, we fix them, and we do so quickly. Our depth of experience and unique approach makes us the leaders in our field. Our approach is based on Thomas Edison's words: "There must be a better way - find it!"

Public Law

Chen Palmer provides a full range of public law services in law and policy reform, expert opinions, litigation and using the public law toolbox.

Employment Law

Chen Palmer's specialist employment law team can provide advice on all areas of employment law and HR related matters.

Privacy and Human Rights Law

Both the public and employment law teams at Chen Palmer have significant experience in the areas of privacy law and human rights.

Education Legal Team

Chen Palmer has lawyers with significant knowledge on the education sector.

Maori Legal Team

Chen Palmer has a breadth of experience advising both Māori and non-Māori clients in relation to Māori legal issues.

Litigation

We understand that some outcomes can only be achieved through litigation. Chen Palmer has an experienced panel of litigators in the fields of judicial review, public law, employment law, media law, health law and tax law.

Community Contribution

At Chen Palmer we believe that the practice of law is more than a business, it is also an important public service. That is why throughout the firm’s history we have undertaken pro bono work for clients who have important public law issues, but who lack the resources to engage a lawyer on normal commercial terms.

Media contact details

If you are looking for a legal expert to provide comment for a story, then Chen Palmer New Zealand Public and Employment Law Specialists has a team of public and employment lawyers who specialise in a range of issues.

Fee structure

Chen Palmer bills on a transparent, no surprises basis. We will work to your budget, and keep you informed of costs at all times.