At Gravatt Legal our mission is to be RESPONSIVE, RESOURCEFUL and achieve RESULTS for you. You will have input into every decision and we will agree on a targeted strategy to solve your family legal problem.
Your Relationship Property Law Firm – Responsive, Resourceful and Results Driven.
At Gravatt Legal our mission is to be RESPONSIVE, RESOURCEFUL and achieve RESULTS for you. You will have input into every decision and we will agree on a targeted strategy to solve your family legal problem.
Your Relationship Property Law Firm – Responsive, Resourceful and Results Driven.
Experienced Family/Divorce Law Specialist for Mount Maunganui & Tauranga – Karen Gravatt
Are you separating and needing an experienced family lawyer specialising in relationship property disputes? Or a lawyer to protect your assets if you are starting a new relationship?
Karen qualified as a lawyer in 1987 and she has specialised in family law throughout her career, working in both small and large firms, and managing family law teams. Karen set up Gravatt Legal in 2020 to be able to focus on providing sound professional advice and advocacy for clients involved in family property issues, in a cost-effective manner.
SERVICES & EXPERTISE
Asset Protection
Pre-Nuptial/Contracting Out AgreementsStarting a de facto relationship? Already living together? Getting married? Moving in? Relationship property law is what we do. We will provide you with quality legal solutions to protect your assets by putting asset structures in place, including a Pre-Nuptial Agreement or a Contracting Out Agreement, that will help protect your wealth from future property relationship claims.
Relationship Exit
Separation/DivorceThinking of separating? Already separated? Moving out? Relationship property law is what we do. We offer sound, straightforward and proactive advice to secure your legal entitlements and the division of your property. Divorcing – again, we can advise you on what is fair and reasonable.
ELDER LAW/APPLICATIONS UNDER THE PROTECTION OF PERSONAL & PROPERTY RIGHTS ACT 1988
No enduring powers of attorney? We can obtain Court Orders for adult guardianship and property management when someone does not have an Enduring Power of Attorney, and has lost capacity. We can also help remove a power of attorney or apply to review decisions by an attorney. Are you wanting to challenge a Will? We can advise. We can also advise you on relationship property implications when asset planning.
Relationship Property Law - Our Process
Ears - Understanding the problem
We will listen to you to develop a clear understanding of your legal relationship property needs and the
approach you want to take. We will support you in a conciliatory process, or, if needed, negotiate or litigate to
protect your assets, or secure what you are legally entitled to. Once a settlement is achieved, we will prepare
all the legal settlement documentation for you.
Empathy - Mission
Relationship law is what we do. We will minimise the stress of your case. We will focus and deliver when we
say we will. We understand the need to provide an empathetic approach to help you navigate through your
specific situation.
Estimates - Costing
A detailed cost estimate will be provided at the outset. We work towards securing success, responsively and resourcefully.
About Karen
I am the Principal of Gravatt Legal. I thrive on combining my ability and legal experience of over 35 years to produce life-changing results for all my clients. It is my job to find you your solutions.
I am a member of the Family Law Section. I am regularly appointed by the Court to represent people in Court proceedings. I have significant Court experience but I also consider what other options there are for resolving disputes. For example, other options may include round-table meetings, or private mediations.
Underpinning all decisions made, is you, the client.
My legal experience drives fresh thinking and effective solutions and gives you, the client, confidence to make the right decisions to achieve your goals.
I have had long-standing connection to the Tauranga, Mount Maunganui and Papamoa communities, attending local primary and secondary schools, and then returning to the area after graduating. My reputation and personal approach has allowed me to work with generations of families.
Accreditations
In our Communities
Gravatt Legal actively supports our local community and provides financial support to community programmes and towards individual’s sporting goals.
Testimonials
“At Gravatt Legal, we don’t include testimonials from our clients. Why? Because confidentiality and privacy are the cornerstones of our business. And we understand that every case is PERSONAL."
However, client feedback has been humbling:
“My miracle worker.”
“Your work will mean brighter days ahead for me.”
“Your belief in me has been appreciated.”
“Thank you so much for fighting for us.”
“You have truly had my back through the highs and lows.”
“Thank you for all your hard work, perseverance, skills, patience and kindness. You have made a huge difference to my future.”
Contact
Mount Maunganui 3116
Mount Maunganui 3149
