I would avoid this counsel at all costs - barrister is extremelt old and incompetent "no time" for existing clients. 2.5months worth of acting counsel for her to her advise "it's too hard". She refuses to take advise and does not allign herself with the barristers act. Had to chase for countless weeks with no response AVOID AVOID AVOID you will waste your time, find another counsel at all costs. This isnt defamation, its the truth and what I went through cheers
McKenna Law Limited t/a McKenna Law
Family • Immigration Law Firm
About McKenna Law Limited t/a McKenna Law
McKenna Law Limited t/a McKenna Law is a New Zealand law firm operating in Manawatū-Whanganui. The firm has 1 lawyer registered with the New Zealand Law Society and practises in family, immigration.
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Review summary
McKenna Law has received predominantly critical feedback from reviewers, with multiple clients describing the experience as frustrating, slow to respond, and lacking communication. One reviewer praised the firm warmly for being supportive and consistently available through a family matter. Several other reviewers, however, reported significant dissatisfaction including concerns about responsiveness and the handling of their cases. Overall the firm's 2.5-star aggregate reflects a substantial divergence between client experiences, and prospective clients may want to read individual reviews on Google Maps before engaging.
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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Super helpful and went above and beyond. My daughter turns 16 soon so I guess we must part ways, but thankyou from the bottom of my heart for being there, always having time for me, and fighting by my side
Incompetent! Have to chase them to get anything done. Frustrating
Should not be in law. Has no regard for children's well being in family court
Frequently asked questions
How much does a family lawyer cost at McKenna Law Limited t/a McKenna Law? ▾
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 McKenna Law Limited t/a McKenna Law 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 an immigration lawyer cost at McKenna Law Limited t/a McKenna Law? ▾
Hourly rates run $250 – $500. Work visa applications are commonly $2,000 – $4,500. Skilled Migrant residency $3,500 – $7,500. Deportation appeals to the Immigration and Protection Tribunal can exceed $20,000 in complex cases. For McKenna Law Limited t/a McKenna Law 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
Hilary Jane McKenna
2 SpecializationsManawatū-Whanganui, Palmerston North
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📍 Office Locations
- • Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand
👥 Legal Team
1 Qualified Lawyers
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2 Areas of Legal Expertise
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