Andrew came highly recommended to me by two lawyers to resolve a complex Family and Guardianship dispute. I highly recommend Andrew to help resolve any matters pertaining to Family Dispute and Guardianship. Andrew's breadth of experience meant that he had the utmost clarity and confidence in establishing a pathway through our complex dispute. Our court outcome was far better than expected also. Client care is a huge part of Andrew's practice; this makes all the difference when going through such a stressful time. As far as the costs go, the fees are worth their weight in gold, given the difference that it made to our lives. I wish we found Andrew earlier! If I need a lawyer in future for anything, I will be turning to Andrew.

I cannot recommend Andrew Shaw highly enough. From the very beginning, they took the time to really listen, explain everything clearly, and keep us informed at every step. What could have been an overwhelming experience felt manageable because of their guidance and genuine care. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and dedication made all the difference — and thanks to their hard work, we achieved our desired outcome. Beyond being an outstanding lawyer, Andrew Shaw truly made us feel supported and valued. If you are looking for someone you can trust to fight for you and achieve the best outcome and bring some personality to it Andrew’s the man.

Andrew has a strong local reputation for being a strong and confident advocate for his clients. He is a careful listener, takes care to avoid jargon, and goes above and beyond for his clients (and is one of the few lawyers in Nelson willing …

I suddenly and without any warning needed a lawyer in 2020. A close friend recommended Andrew to me and from our first conversation Andrew provided sound, methodical and effective advice. He was available and responsive to my questions and always showed great understanding and respect. I am grateful for his support and highly recommend him.

In the NZ Family Court, shockingly orders are put in place based on lies and falsehoods by applicants. Unfortunately, these orders have negative impacts for your children and whanua. If you want someone who can expose lies, manipulation, …

I had the pleasure of working with Andrew Shaw on a family law case, and what started as a professional relationship has grown into a genuine friendship. Throughout the entire process, Andrew showed an incredible depth of knowledge and always had my best interests at heart. There were moments when I needed a reality check, and he wasn’t afraid to give me the honest truth—something I truly respected and appreciated. It was clear from day one that I was in capable hands. His guidance, support, and straightforward approach helped me navigate a very emotional and difficult time with clarity and confidence. I can’t thank Andrew enough for not only being my legal advocate but also someone I could trust and rely on. Highly recommended.

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Andrew over the past five years across multiple legal matters, and I can confidently say he is one of the most reliable and dedicated professionals I’ve encountered. He consistently goes above and …

I worked with Andrew Shaw on a complex, highly detailed court case, which required careful research and a very strong presentation in court, and in which ended up with a very successful outcome. He was extremely attentive, sensitive to all considerations and extremely professional and intelligent in court, as well as fun to be with. He was terrific at advising on what was worth pursuing and what to let go of. I can't recommend his work enough. All the. best with the new venture, Andrew! :)

I met Andrew Shaw at the end of 2022. I was referred to him by a mutual friend as an excellent lawyer with expertise in all aspects of law. I have always believed that word of mouth is by far the best option when one needs someone …

I can highly recommend Andrew Shaw to any potential clients. As I went through legal proceedings to get a financial settlement., his expertise, , integrity and commitment ensured a most satisfactory outcome for me.

We engaged Andrew with a complex estate situation and he was nothing but professional, empathetic and acted as our absolute advocate using his expert knowledge to arrive at a suitable resolution and closure.

Highly recommend Andrew Shaw for any legal matters. He takes time to listen and understand, being genuinely empathetic while having an expert knowledge of the law. He works hard to ensure positive outcomes for his clients and absolutely goes the extra mile. There is no one else I would trust for legal advice.

I got introduced to Andrew after being told... 'this has got way too complicated... you need another lawyer'... and like the Lone Ranger, Andrew stepped in and took on my case. Always meticulous and professional, Andrew worked alongside me for more than two years while he kept at bay the consequences of a serious application to bankrupt me. Andrew belived in the injustice, and I belived in him. If you are looking for a hardcore professional who is prepared to take on anything, Andrew is the guy. 10/10.

Mr Shaw helped me with a deeply distressing matter, despite the hardship I was going through, I knew I could trust him to get the job done. He got 10x better than the outcome sought and I will be forever grateful. I could not recommend a better lawyer!

In my experience with Andrew, he goes above and beyond to help his clients. He's professional, offers amazing advice and I highly recommend Andrew in his new venture. I'll definitely be following him to his new firm.

Andrew Shaw is a very experienced lawyer with a wealth of knowledge. He worked tirelessly for me, and helped me achieve all my goals. I would recommend him for any family law needs.