Tikanga and Kaupapa Māori Disputes

Our specialist Tiriti team focusses on resolving disputes that involve te Tiriti o Waitangi, tikanga and kaupapa Māori generally.

We combine expertise in Māori legal issues with a strong grounding in te ao Māori, providing culturally informed and strategic advice to iwi, hapū, whānau, and Māori organisations across Aotearoa.

Aligned with our team’s experience in the Waitangi Tribunal and in Treaty settlement processes, our lawyers are able to assist with any disputes that may touch on te Tiriti o Waitangi.  Not only does our team understand the relevance of te Tiriti, we also understand tikanga.  Tikanga continues to be recognised by New Zealand courts as having legal force and our team is experienced in crafting legal arguments which reflect this.

We assist with a wide range of disputes, including those relating to trust and governance issues, resource management, and various disputes with the Crown and local government. Our approach is collaborative and respectful.  We focus first on understanding what is important to our clients and their respective tikanga, so we can advise accordingly.

We are experienced in representing clients before various Courts.  Our lawyers are also comfortable with engaging in other dispute resolution method including mediation, negotiations and hohou te rongo processes.

McCaw Lewis is committed to empowering Māori organisations and communities, helping you navigate complex legal landscapes while honouring your what is tika. If you are facing a dispute grounded in tikanga or touching on te Tiriti matters, contact McCaw Lewis today.

Our team is dedicated to achieving meaningful, lasting resolutions that reflect both the law and tikanga.