Funding Support for Legal Fees

Harris Tate is proud to work alongside JustFund to offer clients an additional option for managing the cost of legal services. This arrangement allows eligible clients to access funding for their legal fees, with repayment deferred until the conclusion of their matter.

Unlike many traditional lending providers, approval is not based on income or credit history. Instead, funding is assessed in the context of your family law situation, helping make legal support more accessible when it’s needed most.

For many people, particularly those who are financially reliant on a partner or dealing with difficult circumstances such as family violence or separation, upfront legal costs can be a significant barrier. Having access to funding can make it possible to move forward with the right support in place.

Our aim is to ensure that financial constraints do not prevent clients from obtaining experienced legal representation at an important time in their lives.

 

About JustFund

JustFund is a New Zealand-based provider focused on funding for family law matters. It works with law firms to help clients access legal services where paying upfront may not be possible.

Legal costs can feel overwhelming, especially when combined with everyday financial pressures. JustFund offers a funding solution designed specifically for separation and relationship property matters, helping to reduce that burden and provide greater financial flexibility throughout the process.

Funding can be arranged at different stages of your matter and repayment begins once a settlement has been reached.

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Step 1

Application

Apply online or call us to discover how we can assist with your family law fees. We’ll work directly with your lawyers to expedite the process and get you the support you need quickly.

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Step 2

Assessment

We determine eligibility for a line of credit to cover family law fees within one week, once we’ve received all the necessary information.

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Step 3

Approval

If approved, we advance the funds you need to cover family law fees and disbursements, giving you the support to manage legal costs until your property matter is settled.

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Step 4

Repayment

Repay the family law fees only when it’s all over and only from what you receive from your property settlement.

Eligibility for Funding

JustFund funding is available for relationship property matters. It does not apply to cases that relate solely to parenting arrangements. However, where both property and parenting issues are being addressed together, funding may still be available.

If you would like to learn more about whether this option may be suitable for you, please get in touch with our team or visit the JustFund website.