Employment law and human resource specialists.

SBM Legal is independently recognised as one of New Zealand’s most outstanding employment law firms.

Our clients think of us as employment law advisers, strategists, risk management negotiators and compliance specialists. Many of our larger employer clients also see us as a key extension of their HR Departments.

Bridget Smith, Partner, SBM Legal

Bridget advises on the full range of employment law issues for both employers and employees. She has broad advocacy experience, having appeared in the District and High Courts, Court of Appeal, the Royal Commission on the Pike River Coal Mine tragedy, as well as making regular appearances within the specialist employment jurisdiction.

Bridget’s strengths include her commitment to understanding the issues faced by her clients and the impact on their businesses, or on them personally.