Parry Field Lawyers

Parry Field Lawyers Parry Field Lawyers is a growing full-service law firm with offices in Christchurch C*D, Riccarton, Rolleston, Hokitika, and Auckland.

Our aim is to provide sound legal advice and solutions which deliver the best practical outcome for our clients. Formed in 1948, Parry Field Lawyers operates in Riccarton in Christchurch, New Zealand, and has developed a strong reputation in both personal issues law and commercial / corporate law. Parry Field’s founders, Glyn Parry and Brian Field, were both very good lawyers in commercial law, and general practice respectively. They were also heavily involved in church and charitable matters. This brought a strong ethical element into their practice and this has been handed down. The current partners and legal staff enjoy work with a wide range of highly successful companies and businesses of all sizes as well as a large number of churches, charities and individuals. There is an expectation amongst Parry Field lawyers that good relationships with clients are of the utmost importance without compromising professional integrity. There is also an expectation that each lawyer in Parry Field contributes to the wider community outside work hours in appropriate ways. Parry Field Lawyers is a member of NZ LAW Limited, Southern Cross Legal Alliance with associated firms in Auckland, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth & Sydney, and, Global Cross Legal.

Today, we have released a new paper: The Leaky Bucket: Analysing the proposed changes for Donation Tax Credits.New Zeala...
13/10/2026

Today, we have released a new paper: The Leaky Bucket: Analysing the proposed changes for Donation Tax Credits.

New Zealand’s Donation Tax Credit system is intended to encourage charitable giving, but many donors do not claim the one-third tax credit available to them. That means money which could potentially support charities is effectively “leaking” out of the system.

Proposed changes would allow donors to transfer their Donation Tax Credit directly to the charity they supported. We welcome that change, but this paper considers how the system could go further – including allowing donors to make that choice at the time they make their donation

On Wednesday 21 October at 12.00pm, Steven Moe will host a free webinar discussing the paper, the proposed changes, and what this could mean in practice for charities and donors.

We are also inviting people who support our proposed improvements to add their name to a submission on the Donation Tax Credit changes.

Details are at the link in the comments 🔗

Are you properly separating trust funds from personal funds?A trust can be an effective structure for asset protection, ...
28/09/2026

Are you properly separating trust funds from personal funds?

A trust can be an effective structure for asset protection, succession planning, and managing family wealth. However, the benefits of a trust depend on it being properly administered.

One issue that can create problems for trustees and beneficiaries is the mixing of trust funds with personal funds. Trust assets should not be treated as if they are personally owned by the settlor, trustees, or beneficiaries.

Our latest article outlines the difference between trust funds and personal funds, why separation matters, and some practical steps trustees should keep in mind.

Read more about practical steps every trustee should follow by clicking the link in the comments 🔗

Congratulations to Matthew Al-Sammak, Neve Davidson, and Mia Lewis on their admission to the roll of Barristers and Soli...
11/09/2026

Congratulations to Matthew Al-Sammak, Neve Davidson, and Mia Lewis on their admission to the roll of Barristers and Solicitors of the High Court of New Zealand today!

They were joined by Partner, Luke Hayward, and Senior Associates, Cora Granger and Yang Su, as moving counsels.

Well done Matthew, Mia, and Neve, we look forward to seeing the ongoing progression of your legal careers! 👏

Coming up in Ōtautahi in October - a free in-person workshop bringing together Church leaders to learn about new and sus...
09/09/2026

Coming up in Ōtautahi in October - a free in-person workshop bringing together Church leaders to learn about new and sustainable funding streams to advance the work a Church does in the community.

Presented by Partner, Steven Moe, the workshop will cover:
- Moving beyond the ‘charity mindset’
- Leveraging impact investing to gain funding
- Legal structures, governance, and dos and don’ts

📅 Thursday 1 October, 2.00pm – 3.30pm
📍 The Anglican Centre, 95 Tuam Street, Christchurch
📝 Free In-Person Workshop

Register to join us – link in the comments 🔗

We’re looking for a highly capable and adaptable Legal Secretary to join our growing Employment team.This is a varied ro...
03/09/2026

We’re looking for a highly capable and adaptable Legal Secretary to join our growing Employment team.

This is a varied role supporting our team and is a great opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant or PA who is organised, proactive, and people-focused.

For more information, including how to apply, view the link in the comments 🔗

We’re also always interested in hearing from talented people who would like to join our growing firm across all practice areas and locations. If you’re looking for a values-based law firm that genuinely nurtures its people, we’d love to hear from you – reach out to our HR Manager, Shari Wigley, at [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

Last week, members of our team had the privilege of supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities New Zealand in Ōtautahi C...
01/09/2026

Last week, members of our team had the privilege of supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities New Zealand in Ōtautahi Christchurch, preparing and cooking an evening meal for the families staying there.

We’ve been fortunate to support Ronald McDonald House in this way for a number of years – a small contribution to support families who need to be away from home while their child receives medical treatment.

Thank you to the team who kindly volunteered their time.

31/08/2026

Our latest guide, 'Purpose Words in Aotearoa New Zealand', is now available, providing an explanation of key terms and concepts for charities and purpose driven organisations.

Legal words in particular may be inaccessible for those they are there to serve. We have helped many hundreds of charities and purpose driven organisations and often we see first hand which words are confusing.

In this guide we have set out brief explanations to help you to be able to easily look up and understand key terms and concepts.

Download the guide for free at the link in the comments 📖

How well do you really understand your charitable trust deed?For many Trustees, the trust deed can feel technical or dif...
31/08/2026

How well do you really understand your charitable trust deed?

For many Trustees, the trust deed can feel technical or difficult to navigate. But understanding it is essential to making informed decisions, knowing the scope of your powers, and avoiding inadvertent breaches.

Join Steven Moe and Annemarie Mora for our upcoming free webinar, 'Demystifying Your Charitable Trust Deed: What Trustees Need to Know'.

They’ll walk through the key parts of a charitable trust deed, including:
- Trustees’ legal duties and responsibilities
- The powers Trustees have – and their limits
- Potential liabilities for Trustees
- Key provisions to be aware of
- How to approach your role with greater clarity and confidence

Whether you’re a current Trustee or considering becoming one, this session will provide practical guidance to help you better understand the document at the heart of your charitable trust.

📅 Thursday 17 September, 12.00pm
📹 Free Webinar

Register to join us online – link in the comments 🔗

It is important for trustees to understand exactly who the family trust beneficiaries are. Many people assume the benefi...
26/08/2026

It is important for trustees to understand exactly who the family trust beneficiaries are. Many people assume the beneficiaries are limited to themselves and their children, only to find the Trust Deed includes a wider or different group than expected.

In this recent article we outline why knowing your beneficiaries matters, what information they may be entitled to, and some practical issues trustees should keep in mind.

Read more at the link in the comments 🔗

We’re hiring! We’re looking for an Employment Solicitor with around one to four years’ experience to join our Christchur...
18/08/2026

We’re hiring! We’re looking for an Employment Solicitor with around one to four years’ experience to join our Christchurch City office.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your expertise across all aspects of employment law, working alongside and receiving mentoring and support from leading employment lawyers.

If you’re looking for meaningful work in a values-led firm that invests in its people and supports them to succeed, we’d love to hear from you.

We also welcome applications from strong graduates.

Full details, including how to apply, are at the link in the comments 🔗

Got questions? Reach out to our HR Manager, Shari Wigley, at [email protected].

Address

1 Rimu Street, Riccarton
Christchurch
8041

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+6433488480

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