My experience with Haigh Lyon has been very disappointing. This is the second lawyer I’ve had with them, and I’m always the one who has to follow up — otherwise, nothing gets done. When they finally act, the work is minimal and lacks attention. I often feel like they’re not really on my side. Their billing is expensive and definitely not worth the money. Although it’s too late for me to change lawyers because I’m close to the end of the process, I strongly advise others to stay away from Haigh Lyon. They seem more interested in charging fees than providing proper service. While they may be co…
Haigh Lyon Lawyers Limited t/a Haigh Lyon Lawyers
Family • Mediation • Property Law Firm
About Haigh Lyon Lawyers Limited t/a Haigh Lyon Lawyers
Haigh Lyon Lawyers Limited t/a Haigh Lyon Lawyers is a New Zealand law firm operating in Auckland. The firm has 3 lawyers registered with the New Zealand Law Society and practises in family, mediation, property and other areas.
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Review summary
Haigh Lyon receives mixed feedback, with recent clients praising staff members including Shaun McGivern, Karen Martin, Amanda Donovan, and Jenny Hawker for professionalism, quick turnarounds, and results in family law matters. However, a dissatisfied client reported persistent follow-up issues, minimal work output, slow service, and billing described as expensive relative to value, citing the firm as overloaded with cases. The firm appears to deliver strong service in specific transactions and family law work, but concerns about responsiveness and cost-effectiveness have been raised by some clients. Client experience appears to depend significantly on the individual lawyer assigned and the complexity of the matter.
Generated from 5 Google reviews and NZ Law Society register data. Synthesised by Claude Haiku — not legal advice or our editorial judgement. View source reviews on Google Maps.
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I super recommend Shaun McGivern and the Haigh Lyon team if you need a quick service. I needed a 1-page document notarised, and I got it done in under 5 minutes. He was very professional, knowledgeable and straight to the point. The receptionist was also very professional and friendly. I was offered a drink, and their office in town is absolutely gorgeous. So far, a great experience, and highly recommended.
I have used Haigh Lyon multiple times now and happy with the services that are received. In my latest care of child battle, Karen Martin was my lawyer. Her expertise and drive to get results, helped me obtain 50 50 of my son. I would highly recommend to anyone faced with the challenges that are the family court, to get in touch with Karen if results are what you are after.
Haigh Lyon are always great to work with!!
I can not highly Highly recommend Haigh Lyon enough, Shaun Mcgivern, Amanda Donovan and Jenny Hawker Sayuree Sam what a magnificent team and fantastic people, i can not recommend Haigh Lyon enough, i really trust the advise they give , honesty integrity and i believe they have always had my best interests at heart, highly highly recommend to anyone seeking top top Legal advise in New Zealand, Michael Broadbent
Frequently asked questions
How much does a family lawyer cost at Haigh Lyon Lawyers Limited t/a Haigh Lyon Lawyers? ▾
Hourly rates typically run $250 – $500. Uncontested dissolution is commonly handled on a fixed fee of $1,500 – $3,000. Contested parenting or relationship-property matters move to hourly billing and can exceed $10,000 over the life of the matter. For Haigh Lyon Lawyers Limited t/a Haigh Lyon Lawyers specifically, request a written engagement letter — fees vary by lawyer seniority and matter complexity. Use the contact details above to ask for a quote.
How much does a property lawyer cost at Haigh Lyon Lawyers Limited t/a Haigh Lyon Lawyers? ▾
Residential conveyancing is usually fixed-fee. A standard purchase runs $1,200 – $2,500; a sale $1,000 – $2,000. LINZ registration ($55.20) and title-search fees ($5) are additional disbursements. For Haigh Lyon Lawyers Limited t/a Haigh Lyon Lawyers specifically, request a written engagement letter — fees vary by lawyer seniority and matter complexity. Use the contact details above to ask for a quote.
Our Legal Team
Shaun Michael McGivern
1 SpecializationAuckland, Downtown Auckland
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Jennie Irene Hawker
1 SpecializationAuckland, Downtown Auckland
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Amanda Jane Donovan
3 SpecializationsAuckland, Downtown Auckland
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Firm Information
📍 Office Locations
- • Auckland, New Zealand
👥 Legal Team
3 lawyers listed
⚖️ Practice Areas
4 Areas of Legal Expertise
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