Sasha Dolby

In practice since 2002

Sasha Dolby is a trusted Family Law Barrister known for providing clear, practical, and compassionate legal advice. Sasha handles a wide range of family law matters, including separation and relationship property, day-to-day care and contact arrangements, family violence (Applicants and Respondents), elder law and Oranga Tamariki matters.

Clients trust Sasha for her expertise and dedicated approach to securing the best outcomes.

In addition to courtroom advocacy, Sasha is passionate about resolving disputes through mediation and negotiation to avoid the sometimes stressful Courtroom experience. When necessary, Sasha provides strong representation in court, advocating for clients with clarity and confidence.

With a focus on helping clients through challenging life changes, Sasha takes a compassionate, client-centred approach. Clients trust Sasha not only for delivering clear, straightforward legal advice, but also for making the law easier to understand and navigate, ensuring clients feel supported and informed throughout the process.

Sasha accepts instructions for private paying clients and those requiring legal aid

Court Appointments

Since 2010 Lawyer for children in proceedings pursuant to the Care of Children Act 2004, Family Violence Act 2018 and Oranga Tamariki Act 1989

Since 2013 Lawyer for people subject to the Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act 1988 and the Intellectual Disabilities (Compulsory Care and Treatment) Act 2003.

Qualifications

LLb – 2001 (Bachelor of Laws – University of Otago)

BCom – 2001 (Bachelor of Commerce – University of Otago)

Professionals completed in 2002 then admitted to the Bar - 16 May 2002

Barrister Sole, Independent Bar – 1 April 2015