Family Law Firm
Staley Cardoza Lawyers (incorporating Russell Cassidy Lawyer) is a New Zealand law firm operating in Otago. The firm has 2 lawyers registered with the New Zealand Law Society and practises in family.
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Matthew Joyce received praise for clear communication and effective results in property transactions, with clients reporting a personable approach. The firm is noted for professional service at reasonable rates with minimal unnecessary complexity. However, one reviewer expressed significant dissatisfaction with Julie Mander's handling of a matter, citing poor outcomes and aggressive billing practices. Overall, Staley Cardoza Lawyers shows mixed client experiences, with positive feedback on property work and service quality offset by at least one account of inadequate representation.
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Matthew Joyce from Staley Cardoza was excellent to deal with during the process of buying our new property. He was very personable and excellent at communicating and getting good results. We will be using him again for sure!
Best lawyers in Dunedin!!!! No fluff, professional, reasonably priced
Julie Mander will bleed you dry then fall over when the going gets tough.
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 Staley Cardoza Lawyers (incorporating Russell Cassidy Lawyer) specifically, request a written engagement letter — fees vary by lawyer seniority and matter complexity. Use the contact details above to ask for a quote.
Otago, Dunedin
2 lawyers listed
1 Areas of Legal Expertise
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