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MEET LOUISA

Louisa Jackson,
Family Law Barrister

Louisa is a specialist family lawyer with over a decade of legal experience. She is known for her smart, strategic, and solutions-focused approach, helping clients resolve family law matters with clarity and care. Whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, Louisa works to ensure her clients feel heard, receive practical advice, and find the best path forward.

Louisa is detailed, thorough, and unflinching. She has a particular interest in complex cases, and has a network of allied professionals to offer a multidisciplinary approach where required.

Louisa Jackson, family law barrister, standing in a relaxed professional pose

Experience

Prior to becoming a family law barrister, Louisa was an associate at a specialist family law firm in Wellington and Crown Counsel at the Crown Law Office. She is an experienced litigator who has regularly appeared in the Family Court and High Court, drawing on this experience to provide strategic advice across all areas of family law.

Louisa takes a keen interest in the law and legal developments, and has published articles on relationship property, child protection, and mental health issues. She regularly participates in relevant seminars and conferences to keep up to date.

Approach

Louisa understands the challenges presented by family conflict and is empathetic and clear-headed in her work. She aims to resolve matters out of Court wherever possible, using negotiation and mediation. If litigation is required, Louisa is an able advocate for her clients’ interests in Court. 

Louisa recognises that cost is a major concern for people engaging a lawyer. She works with clients to ensure fees are fair, transparent, and understood in advance. She also represents clients who are eligible for legal aid.

Qualifications

  • First-class Honours degree in Law

  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Policy

Memberships and Appointments

  • Member, Family Law Section of the New Zealand Law Society

  • Member, New Zealand Bar Association

  • Member, Association of Family and Conciliation Courts

  • Lawyer to Assist the Court (appointed)

  • Costs assessor, New Zealand Law Society

How Louisa works with you

1

Listen and Understand 

In a private consultation, Louisa takes time to hear your story, answer questions, and identify your priorities.

2

Advise and Plan

Louisa explains your options in plain language and develops a clear, practical strategy tailored to your situation.

3

Act and Resolve

Louisa manages the legal process with expertise, keeping you informed and supported until everything is resolved.

Get the guidance you need. Louisa provides expert family law advice with empathy and clarity. Contact her today for a confidential consultation.