Dilkhush Surani

Director & Principal | Barrister & Solicitor

Founding Director of Surani Associates with over 35 years of legal experience in New Zealand and India. A dedicated practitioner with a focus on immigration, residential and commercial property, and employment law.

He leads a team with expertise in complex immigration matters. Mr. Surani is recognized for his practical, results-driven advice in areas such as character waivers, resident pre-deportation processes, and compliance with Immigration New Zealand’s legal framework. He also provides expert advice on employment law, particularly in matters intersecting with immigration, including visa conditions, employment agreements, workplace disputes, and personal grievances.

Areas of Specialisation

  • Complex immigration matters

  • Business and residential property transactions

  • Employment disputes

  • Property subdivision

  • Proven track record of success in challenging legal cases 


Professional Memberships

  • New Zealand Law Society – Practising Certificate

  • NZ Association for Migration & Investment (NZAMI) – Fellow Member

  • Property Law Section, New Zealand Lawyers Association

  • New Zealand Lawyers Association

 

Education

  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

  • Bachelor of Science (BSc)

 

Personal Interests

 A passionate sportsman, Dilkhush enjoys playing Pickleball, watching cricket, and engaging in community events. In his leisure time, he loves reading, travelling, and unwinding with family and friends.