Cheryl Simes - Barrister

My areas of practice

 

Last updated 30 August 2004                           © Cheryl Simes

General court action (civil litigation)?

Practical advice and information if you are suing someone, thinking of suing someone, or being sued. Also information about other forms of dispute resolution that may help you avoid the expense of a full court hearing. Not to mention the benefits of getting an early legal opinion. Email me. More info.

Trustee law

Problems with trustees?

Uncertainty as a trustee, about your duties and powers?

Need help with the
interpretation of a trust deed?

Email me.

Getting a protection order

If you or someone you care about is experiencing physical, sexual or psychological abuse, within a family or household or close personal relationship, I can help you apply to the Family Court for a protection order. Most of the work can be done over the phone. Email me. Or phone me (even after hours, before 9 pm).

Law about lawyers

Complaints against lawyers (making them, defending them)

Claims against lawyers (making them, defending them)

Fidelity-fund claims

Trust account management

Contingency/conditional fees

Reverse briefs

Instructions to barristers

Legal aid (civil)

Legal practice in general

Email me.

Defamation

Is your reputation under attack?  Or are you writing something that someone might want stopped? I can advise you as to whether there is a case in defamation, or breach of confidence, or privacy, and whether an injunction may stop publication.  Email me.

Estates and wills

Treated unfairly in a will?

Uncertain about who gets what?

Issues about succession to Maori land?

Need help with an application for probate?

Email me.

Archives and information law

Archives Act, possible claims for breach of statutory duty for destroying archives; official information and privacy law; whistle-blowing; breach of confidence; public-interest defence.  Email me.