RELATIONSHIP PROPERTY & ESTATE LAW SPECIALISTS — AUCKLAND
Your life. Your assets. Your future. In safe hands.
PK Law is a specialist private client law firm. We work across relationship property, wills, trusts, and estate planning — and we drive every matter forward, with expertise and care for the outcome.
THE REALITY OF MOST LEGAL MATTERS
Most people have a version of this story: you instruct a lawyer, something gets produced — a draft, a letter, an initial position — and then, without anyone deciding it, the matter stops moving.
The draft sits in your inbox. The other side hasn't responded. Your lawyer hasn't chased. You're busy. They're busy. Months pass.
It's not incompetence. It's what happens when your matter is one file among hundreds, where the next step only happens when you call and ask — or when the other side gets impatient enough to push.
"We own the timeline. Every matter has a next step, and it's our job to make it happen — not yours to remind us."
At PK Law, every matter is actively managed. We set the pace, we follow up, and we tell you when something requires your attention — before it becomes a problem.
THE REALITY OF MOST LEGAL MATTERS
Most people have a version of this story: you instruct a lawyer, something gets produced — a draft, a letter, an initial position — and then, without anyone deciding it, the matter stops moving.
The draft sits in your inbox. The other side hasn't responded. Your lawyer hasn't chased. You're busy. They're busy. Months pass.
It's not incompetence. It's what happens when your matter is one file among hundreds, where the next step only happens when you call and ask — or when the other side gets impatient enough to push.
"We own the timeline. Every matter has a next step, and it's our job to make it happen — not yours to remind us."
At PK Law, every matter is actively managed. We set the pace, we follow up, and we tell you when something requires your attention — before it becomes a problem.
We advise on succession planning, wealth structuring, estate administration, elder law, relationship property (pre & post-nups and separation) and disputes involving wills, trusts, estate, and division of relationship property. We are experts in structuring our clients’ affairs at the beginning of a relationship as well as dealing with issues arising out of the end of the relationship.
Our Expertise
What our clients say
"I am very happy to recommend Polina to my clients for their legal needs. Having witnessed her professionalism and dedication first hand, I confidently refer my clients to her, knowing they will receive outstanding support. Polina’s depth of legal knowledge in her areas of expertise shine through in her work. She takes the time to understand each client’s unique situation, providing tailored insights and strategies that appropriately address their needs. Feedback from my clients consistently highlights her ability to simplify complex legal issues, making them feel at ease, in what often can be difficult circumstances. Clients often express how much they appreciate Polina’s attentiveness and responsiveness to their matters. From my own personal experience of being represented by Polina on a matter, I can say that Polina is great to deal with. My matter was by no means straightforward. Polina has made sure that the matter was moving along and that I was aware of risks involved in the proposed agreement. Polina’s advice was pragmatic and the way she handled my matter was practical, while ensuring at the same time that my interests were protected."
Zebunisso Alimova, Mortgage Broker and franchise owner of Mike Pero Mortgages
"We live in Russia and have never been to New Zealand. Polina was recommended to us as a lawyer specializing in estate law when our father suddenly passed away in New Zealand without a will. We had no idea about the estate administration process in New Zealand and were not even sure if we would be able to collect substantial savings left by our father. Besides the legal assistance, we also needed administrative help to deal with our father's belongings, to organize the funeral, and so on. Polina helped us through this difficult process of obtaining a grant of administration. As it was logistically difficult for us to apply for a grant ourselves, Polina was appointed by the court as an administrator to administer the grant on our behalf. Polina has done an outstanding job in circumstances where she had to deal with people who not only had no idea about the process, but also didn’t speak English. Polina has always kept us informed, explained complex legal matters in a way we could understand. We never had any doubts about Polina's professional or personal qualities and feel very grateful that she was recommended to us. She had steered us away from poor decisions and has always protected our interests. We would not hesitate to recommend Polina to others needing help in the private client law space."
Nikolai Titov and Marina Titova
"I had the pleasure of working with Polina, and I was very satisfied with the level of service she provided. Polina helped me with both my Separation Agreement and the purchase of my home, and throughout both processes, she demonstrated a high level of professionalism and expertise. She was clear, approachable, and gave me confidence that everything was being handled properly. Polina was very patient with me, always took the time to explain things in a way that was easy to understand and kept me informed at every stage. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and dependable lawyer"
Valiya Gafarova
"Working with Polina during my separation was an absolute blessing. My case was particularly challenging due to the complex trust structures involved, and I often found myself overwhelmed. Polina not only helped me understand the intricate details but also conducted thorough investigations that uncovered crucial aspects I wouldn't have even known to consider. Her dedication, professionalism, and patience were remarkable. Polina guided me through each step with clarity and compassion, and she truly empowered me with knowledge that will benefit me in the future. I couldn’t have asked for a better advocate during such a difficult time."
Veronika Sola
"Polina is an outstanding expert in relationship property. She served as my representative when drafting our relationship property agreement (prenup), and I couldn’t be more pleased with her support throughout the entire process. While my partner had his own lawyer, I lacked the legal knowledge to fully understand how I wanted to protect myself in the event of a divorce. After discussing my situation with Polina, she identified all the potential risks and engaged in extensive negotiations with my partner’s lawyer for months until we reached an agreement that truly worked in my favor. Despite the other lawyer's focus on my partner's interests, Polina anticipated every detail and successfully secured key confirmations from the other side, which was no small feat. I have complete confidence in Polina for all legal matters related to property relations agreements and consider her an absolute weapon!"
Olga Safonova
"It was a pleasure to have a business with you. Polina’s assistance was very professional and delicate, showing regards for the feeling of others and age of the client."
Kind regards,
Alexandra B
What does a private client lawyer do?
A private client lawyer provides legal advice to individuals and families on their personal affairs. This includes services like wealth management, trusts, wills, estate planning, and relationship property matters.
Why should I hire a private client lawyer in Auckland?
Hiring a local Auckland lawyer ensures they have specific knowledge of New Zealand's laws and regional courts. At PK Law, we provide personalised, face-to-face service and understand the unique needs of clients in our community.
What is the difference between a private client and a corporate lawyer?
A corporate lawyer advises businesses on commercial matters like contracts and mergers. A private client lawyer, like us at PK Law, focuses on the personal legal needs of individuals and families, helping protect their assets and plan for the future.
