Established, Trusted, Modern Hawke's Bay Law Firm.
Experience 150 years of expertise
Welcome to Carlile Dowling, an established, trusted, and modern law firm in Napier with a rich history dating back to 1874. Born of the amalgamation of two well-regarded law firms – Carlile McLean & Co and Dowling & Co – we have provided exceptional legal services to our clients for over 150 years.
We focus on services where we can add the most value to our clients. Taking a team approach to our work, we ensure that our clients benefit from the collective knowledge and expertise of our highly respected professionals. We are proud of our heritage and committed to delivering you the highest-quality legal services.
Our Legal Expertise
Our depth of expertise and collaborative approach allows us to deliver timely legal advice across a wide range of services.

Meet our team
Our skilled, dedicated professionals apply a wealth of knowledge and experience to provide you with the highest-quality legal counsel.

Carlile Dowling is a pleasure to deal with.”
Carlile Dowling is a pleasure to deal with.”
Carlile Dowling is a pleasure to deal with.”
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For all new client inquiries, please don’t hesitate to give us a call. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are always ready to answer your questions and assist you in any way possible.
