The 5 Best Business Lawyers in Queenstown for Every Entrepreneur
Jessica McNamara
| Last Updated: August 2025 Running a business means wearing a dozen hats at once—from managing day-to-day operations to chasing new opportunities. The last thing you want is to get tangled up in legal jargon or worry about contracts when you should be focusing on what you do best.
That’s why finding a business lawyer can save you a lot of hassle. To help you out, my team and I have put together a list of the most reliable lawyers in Queenstown.
Keep reading, and maybe you’ll find the legal partner that best suits your work ethic and your business needs.
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1. AWS Legal Queenstown
Address: The Forge Level 2/20 Athol Street
Phone: +64 3 441 0616
Business hours:
- Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
- Saturday to Sunday: Closed
AWS Legal Queenstown stands out as a well-resourced firm with the skills to handle both small and large business projects.
They have nine corporate and commercial specialists. That means they have the people power to take on multiple complex jobs at once, whether that’s setting up a business or negotiating big investment deals.
One of their biggest strengths is variety. They cover choosing the right business structure, shareholder agreements, and dispute resolution. They can even handle business restructuring if things get tough.
We also found out that they’ve recently worked on the sale of businesses in diverse industries. That, for us, speaks volumes about their adaptability.
When we spoke to clients, many appreciated their fast communication, smooth processes, and advice that felt practical and easy to follow. Some even say lawyers, like Haydon and Rachel, make them feel genuinely looked after.
However, they’re not the cheapest option. Their rates are a bit higher than average, which could be a hurdle for smaller companies.
They seem to have our best interests at heart
“Hi team, I am just reaching out to say a big thank you for all your help and assistance on our latest business start-ups and acquisitions. The relationship we’ve built with Haydon and Rachel is second to none, and we’ve appreciated the seamless communication, efficient turnaround on workflows, and sound advice. We feel like we’re in safe hands with Haydon and his team, who genuinely seem to have our best interests at heart. I’m super excited to continue on with our personal and business journey, knowing that we’ve got top-shelf legal partners available when we need them.”
– James Ace, Google review
Very knowledgeable, quick to respond and friendly to deal with
“Haydon and the team at AWS did a fantastic job helping us with a trust matter. AWS were very knowledgeable, quick to respond and friendly to deal with. I would highly recommend contacting Haydon to assist with any property or trust matter.”
– A. Grayson, Google review
2. Todd & Walker Law
Address: Level 2, Craigs Investment Partners House 5 Mile Centre, 36 Grant Road, Frankton
Phone: +64 3 441 2743
Business hours:
- Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
- Saturday to Sunday: Closed
It’s really impressive how the senior lawyers in Todd & Walker Law combine deep experience with practical advice. They explain things clearly so businesses can understand and make smart decisions.
They seem to excel at handling commercial contracts and project setups. They’re skilled at creating and negotiating contracts, making sure their clients are protected without making things too confusing.
Another big plus is how their business law team works closely with other experts in areas like property, employment, and resource management.
This means if your business faces different legal issues, you don’t have to go to several firms. They already have the people for that, which can save you time and hassle.
Clients also praise the firm’s lawyers for being friendly, helpful, and quick to respond. We even found out that Graeme, one of their lawyers, has worked with some clients for decades. This just showed us how trustworthy and reliable they are.
On the downside, their fees are a little higher than the other firms we looked into. It might be tough for smaller businesses or startups.
They made setting up our business in New Zealand feel easy and stress-free
“Peter and Gemma were absolutely fantastic to work with. Having just moved from Australia, we were navigating a lot of unfamiliar territory, but they made setting up our business in New Zealand feel easy and stress-free. Super knowledgeable, supportive, and genuinely lovely people — highly recommend!”
– The Remarkable Cookie, Google review
Their turnaround on legal matters is quick and very informative
“We have used Todd and Walker Law five times now for property and business, and they have always been fantastic! Their turnaround on legal matters is quick and very informative. We rang Peter on a Friday at 3 pm to look over a contract that needed an answer before the weekend, and he checked over it there a then for us. This allowed us to move forward over the weekend. All the team have been great to deal with! Highly recommend Todd and Walker Law.”
– Carlos, Google review
3. MACTODD Lawyers
Address: Level 2/26 Hawthorne Drive, Frankton
Phone: +64 3 441 0125
Business hours:
- Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
- Saturday to Sunday: Closed
Mactodd Lawyers combine local knowledge with national experience. They understand the unique challenges local businesses face, but also bring big-picture legal expertise.
Their biggest strength is their wide range of business law services they offer. They seem well-equipped to help in buying or selling a business, handling contracts, or dealing with liquidation or receivership.
From what we found, their contract work is detailed and careful, which is important for protecting business owners.
We also liked how they focus on working closely with their clients. Their approach is to listen first, then give clear advice without confusing legal language.
Being part of the community for over 50 years is a big plus too. It shows they’ve built trust and know the local business scene well.
They also pay special attention to managing risks in business deals. They carefully check contracts, intellectual property, and confidentiality to protect their clients.
However, their national-level expertise comes with higher fees.
A very professional service—fast, efficient, and kind
“A very professional service—fast, efficient, and kind. They cleared up all our doubts and helped us successfully complete our paperwork. Gracias!”
– M. Eugenia Deppeler, Google review
Very systematic and accessible
“I am very much satisfied with their services, very systematic and accessible. The receptionist is so charming and accommodating. And the lawyer is so understanding and considerate. Thank you so much for your help.”
– Marichu Manzo, Google review
4. Queenstown Law
Address: Meetings by appointment at The Mountain Club (Five Mile Queenstown & Beach Street Queenstown)
Phone: +64 3 450 0000
Business hours:
- Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
- Saturday to Sunday: Closed
Queenstown Law tries to help businesses plan ahead. They give advice that fits your business goals and helps you avoid legal troubles before they start.
They focus on setting up your business ownership and plan for what happens if you want to pass the business to someone else.
We liked how they offer a wide range of services that cover most business needs: buying or selling businesses, handling employee issues, sorting out disputes, and more.
Another big plus is their clear pricing. They offer fixed prices for common jobs like drafting a lease or registering a trademark. It’s great for budgeting and avoiding surprise costs.
On the other hand, they aren’t very well known yet, and we didn’t hear much from clients about their business law services. So it’s a good idea to talk to them first to make sure they’re the right fit for you.
Highly recommend
“Excellent support and action-driven results…. Recommend”
– Phil Andrew, Google review
Received excellent advice
“Excellent people and advice.”
– Phil Smith, Google review
5. Lloyd Troon Law
Address: 1/7 Earl Street
Phone: +64 3 409 2104
Business hours:
- Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday to Sunday: Closed
Lloyd Troon Law has been around for over 30 years, which tells us they really know their stuff. One thing they focus on is making sure all agreements are clear and strong, so businesses don’t run into problems later.
They offer help with lots of business law areas, like buying or selling a business, setting up companies, and dealing with shareholders. They also help manage partnerships or joint ventures.
This wide range means clients can get help with most business legal issues all in one place.
From what we found, Dale Lloyd and her small team are professional but easy to talk to. Clients say they’re friendly and supportive, especially when things get tough.
Another good point is that they try to get things done on time and keep costs clear and reasonable. Small and medium businesses especially appreciate this because legal work can get expensive.
However, because they’re a small firm with only three people, they might struggle if your case is very complicated. If your business needs lots of legal help at once, they might not be a great fit.
Dale was professional but easy to relate to
“Dale Lloyd and her ‘team’ were awesome. Dale was professional but easy to relate to and provided me with all the information and support I needed at a very difficult time in my life. I look back now and couldn’t think of a better person to have advising me.”
– Wendy Gilchrist, Google review
Their legal service is of a high professional standard
“I have been a longstanding client of Lloyd Troon Law. Their legal service is of a high professional standard. Service is prompt, efficient and thorough. All staff members are very personable and helpful.”
– Rosalind Mosby, Google review
