Our services

Business
We want your business to succeed and are focused on finding practical solutions to the business issues you face. We have a very experienced team of commercial lawyers who will provide you with excellent advice and deliver on their promises.

Property
When buying or selling your home the advice of an experienced property lawyer is strongly advised. Your rights in any property transaction need to be protected.

Employment
An important part of employment law is to try to avoid disputes in the first place. This process ought to start with fair and unambiguous employment contracts.

Subdivisions
We can advise on all aspects of subdivision and property development assisting you from your initial concept to the issue of titles and completion.

Dispute Resolution & Litigation
Disputes are a part of life and sometimes we need assistance to resolve them. They can lead to litigation through the Courts and in this situation we can help.

Relationships
Today it is common for couples to make an Agreement defining "who owns what".  This is particularly so when entering a second relationship.

Rural
We understand the issues faced by farmers and in particular the complexities of rural property issues and managing integrated business and family issues.

Trusts, Estates & Life Planning
The essence of a Trust is where someone holds assets for the benefit of others and is typically a Family Trust. Downie Stewart are experts in all matters relating to setting up a trust.