Nau mai | Welcome
We are more than just a professional affiliation; we’re an investment in your legal career and a commitment to the integrity of the judicial system.
Wellness & Resilience
We recognise the stress on members of the Independent Bar, here are resources that may help.
Equality & Diversity
We are committed to developing a referral bar that reflects the diversity of the legal profession.
Gender Ratio Report
NZBA Report on the Gender Ratio of Counsel Appearing in the Higher Courts
The Bar Conference 2025
FAST FORWARD: Making critical choices in a time of change
5-6 September 2025
Hilton Hotel - Auckland
5-6 September 2025
Hilton Hotel - Auckland
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Training and CPD
Our training concentrates on advocacy, negotiation and dispute resolution skills. We present practical CPD training in the form of seminars, workshops, webinars and online courses, most of which is FREE for members.
CPD & TrainingMember Benefits
Our benefits portfolio includes a wide range of products and services that are available to members of the NZBA and in some cases, their families and support staff. Members can also access these on the Member Benefit App.
Member BenefitsWellbeing Directory
Resources to help and educate members on wellbeing and understanding issues that are impacting on them negatively. There are resources and techniques that may help to resolve problems.
Wellbeing Resources
