OUR TEAM
Senior-led, personally invested
Arcwell Legal was founded by Anna Bodman and Amanda Fitzgibbon — experienced family lawyers who saw the need for a more composed, modern approach to family law.
Together, they bring extensive experience across complex relationship property disputes, care of children matters, estate litigation, and high-conflict disputes.
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Amanda Fitzgibbon
amanda@arcwellpartners.co.nz
+ 64 27 231 9795
FOUNDER & PRINCIPAL LAWYER
Amanda is a highly experienced family lawyer with over twenty years’ experience in the law. She has particular expertise in care of children matters, family violence proceedings, and complex relationship property disputes.
She is regularly appointed by the Court as Lawyer for Child, entrusted with some of the most sensitive and complex matters before the Family Court.
Alongside her specialist work in parenting and protection matters, Amanda advises on significant financial disputes, including high-value relationship property cases involving trusts and business structures. She approaches each matter with careful preparation, strategic clarity, and steady advocacy.
Amanda is known for her calm authority in high-conflict situations. She provides clear, measured advice while remaining resolute in protecting her clients’ interests. Her work is grounded in structure, discipline, and a focus on long-term stability.
As co-founder of Arcwell Legal, Amanda helped shape a practice that balances rigorous legal strategy with thoughtful, human-centred support — ensuring clients feel steady and well-positioned as they navigate pivotal transitions.
Anna Bodman
+64 27 200 8280
FOUNDER & PRINCIPAL LAWYER
Anna is a senior family lawyer with a particular focus on complex relationship property disputes, trusts, estate-related claims, and significant financial matters arising from separation.
She advises clients navigating high-stakes transitions where financial security, business interests, and long-term stability are central. Her work frequently involves intricate asset structures, including trusts and companies, requiring both technical precision and strategic foresight.
Anna is known for her clear judgement and ability to distil complex issues into practical, workable pathways forward. She combines rigorous legal analysis with calm, steady advice, ensuring clients feel informed, prepared, and strategically positioned.
With experience in the Family and High Courts, Anna approaches each matter with discipline and composure. She prioritises durable outcomes over unnecessary escalation, while remaining resolute where strong advocacy is required.
As co-founder of Arcwell Legal, Anna helped establish a practice grounded in clarity, structure, and thoughtful strategy — providing clients with a modern, boutique alternative to traditional family law practice.
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