We are dedicated to being active supporters of the communities in which we work and our main vehicle for delivering this support is the Catch Programme - a substantial pro bono legal fund. The Catch Programme allows a range of not for profit organisations to gain access to our legal skills and expertise and gives us an opportunity to help organisations make a real contribution to New Zealand.

To ensure that the Catch Programme is as effective as possible, it is focused on three areas:

Investing in a Stronger Community:
We help organisations working primarily with young New Zealanders as well as those supporting disadvantaged members of the local community. Key partners include: Foundation for Youth Development; Sir Peter Blake Trust; Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch City Missions; and the Sir Edmund Hillary Outdoor Pursuit Centre of New Zealand.

Contributing to New Zealand’s Economic Future:
We help organisations working to promote better practice and increased capability in the New Zealand business community. Key partners include: AUT Technology Park and Motu Economic & Public Policy Research.

Supporting a Vibrant Arts Environment:
We have given longstanding support to the arts in New Zealand. Key partners include: NBR New Zealand Opera (naming sponsor of the Chapman Tripp Opera Chorus); Circa Theatre (the Theatre Artists Charitable Trust); Vector Wellington Orchestra and Arts Access Aotearoa.