About Blackman Spargo Rural Law

BlackmanSpargo Rural Law is located in Rotorua, the heart of rural New Zealand.   We are proud to service the needs of clients from the top of the north to the bottom of the south islands, and overseas clients.

Our lawyers remain up to date with the latest rural news, advancements, and regulatory changes to ensure we can provide our agri-business clients with the best possible legal advice.

But it’s not all suits, computer screens, and paperwork.  While we can carry out the majority of our services using technology for your convenience, we also love putting on our gumboots and visiting our clients’ farms to learn more about their unique needs.

Whether you need our help in person or over the phone, you can rest assured all your agri-business complex legal needs can be taken care of.

We aspire to be the best specialist rural law firm in New Zealand and believe our hard work, continual learning, accountability, and good communication are what makes us something pretty special.  
Blackman Spargo Directors

Our Philosophy

BlackmanSpargo believes in rural New Zealand and wants to help keep the industry thriving.

Mission Statement

BlackmanSpargo support the primary sector and their families in achieving their goals.  We are committed to delivering effective and innovative solutions.  

Our team of skilled professionals will take time to listen and understand your concerns and will respond in a timely manner.

Vision

BlackmanSpargo, the leading “go to”

rural legal advisers.

Core Values

To achieve our vision, we will commit to our non-negotiable values:

  • Professionalism
  • Honesty
  • Respectfulness
  • Fairness
  • Excellence
  • Success
  • Civility
  • Integrity
  • Positivity
  • Responsibility, ownership and accountability
  • Realising potential
  • Passion for the rural sector

We are proud of our awards!

2023

Finalist
Boutique Law Firm of the Year

2022

Finalist
Boutique Law Firm of the Year

NZ Lawyer Top Boutique Law Firm

2021

Finalist
Boutique Law Firm of the Year

Finalist
Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year

2020

Winner
NZ Lawyer Employer of Choice

Excellence Award
Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year

2019

Finalist
Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year

Finalist
Employer of Choice
(<50 employees)

2018

Winner
Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year

Finalist
Boutique Law Firm of the Year

Finalist
Employer of Choice
(<50 employees)

2017

Winner
Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year

Finalist
Employer of Choice
(<50 employees)

2016

Winner
Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year

Finalist
Employer of Choice
(<50 employees)

2015

Winner
Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year

Winner
Employer of Choice
(<50 employees)

Finalist
Boutique Law Firm of the Year

2014

Finalist
Boutique Law Firm of the Year

2013

First Runner-up
Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year

2012

Finalist
Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year

Finalist
Boutique Law Firm of the Year

Finalist
Employer of Choice
(<50 employees)

2011

Finalist
Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year

Finalist
Property & Construction

Finalist
Employer of Choice
(<50 employees)

2010

Finalist
Boutique Law Firm of the Year

2009

Supreme Winner
Employer of Choice
(<50 employees)

Finalist
Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year

2008

Winner
Employer of Choice
(<50 employees)

First Runner-up
Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year

Finalist
Boutique Law Firm of the Year

2007

Winner
Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year

Winner
Employer of Choice
(<50 employees)

2006

Winner
Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year
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