Nicole Murphy

Nicole leads our family law team and is an integral part of Parry Field. Nicole was admitted to the bar in 2005 after completing a BA and LLB from the University of Canterbury. After beginning her career in Central Otago, she returned to Christchurch working with a medium sized firm until joining Parry Field in 2017.

Nicole provides her clients a balance of compassion coupled with pragmatic and direct advice, as she attentively guides them towards resolution. Outside of work, Nicole is involved in the Canterbury West Coast Welfare Guardian Trust and enjoys running and spending time with her young family.

Nicole has experience in a wide range of family matters, including:

Care of Children

• Day-to-day care and contact
• Guardianship
• Relocation
• Proceedings with Ministry for Vulnerable Children Oranga Tamariki

Protection Orders

• Domestic violence and occupation orders

Relationship Property

• Division of relationship property
• Contracting Out Agreements (s21)
• Independent Legal Advice
• S15 claims
• Applications for dissolution of marriage
• Occupational rental and spousal maintenance.

Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act and Family Protection Act

• Appointment of Welfare Guardians and Property Managers