Roshni Kaur

Roshni graduated with a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Otago in 2011 and is a proud ‘scarfie’ at heart. She then obtained her Master of Laws in 2018 from the University of Auckland, specialising in litigation and alternative dispute resolution.

Roshni is originally from Malaysia, of Punjabi heritage, and speaks four languages.

Roshni grew up travelling and learning about many cultures due to having parents who both worked in the aviation industry. Growing up around various cultures, learning different languages and understanding how people approach conflict has made Roshni have a special interest in alternative dispute resolution and litigation. She is a lead provider of family legal aid services.

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Areas of Expertise

Family law, including relationship property

Advising on preparation for mediations, negotiations and Round Table Meetings
Care and contact arrangements for children, guardianship disputes and other matters involving children under the Care of Children Act 2004
Preparing agreements before, during and after relationships, facilitating relationship property settlements, assisting to resolve relationship property disputes, spousal maintenance disputes and other matters under the Property (Relationships) Act 1976
Obtaining dissolutions of marriage under the Family Proceedings Act 1980
Obtaining or defending protection orders under the Family Violence Act 2018

Civil Law

Assisting senior counsel with preparing and initiating proceedings at the District Court and High Court
Interviewing clients, attending Mediations, Negotiations, Case Management Conferences
Court appearances at the District Court, High Court and Court of Appeal
Facilitating procedure for filing and service of foreign language evidence in accordance with relevant rules at various Courts
Conducting thorough discovery including seeking information from overseas forums

Qualifications

SOUTHERN CROSS BARRISTER

ROSHNI KAUR

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Roshni Kaur