I recently had the pleasure of working with Victor's team on an urgent real estate transaction, and I couldn’t be more impressed. From the very beginning, their level of professionalism stood out. They communicated with clarity and kept me informed at every step of the process. Given the tight deadline I was facing, their prompt assistance was invaluable. I truly appreciate their dedication and expertise, which made a potentially stressful situation much more manageable. Overall, it was an excellent experience, and I highly recommend their services.
Victor Mechkov t/a Stainton Chellew Lawyers
Property • Family Law Firm
About Victor Mechkov t/a Stainton Chellew Lawyers
Victor Mechkov t/a Stainton Chellew Lawyers is a New Zealand law firm operating in Auckland. The firm has 2 lawyers registered with the New Zealand Law Society and practises in property, family.
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Review summary
Reviewers named Victor, Samantha, and Ana as staff members who handled property transactions, wills, and trusts with clear communication and attention to detail. Clients reported smooth experiences across real estate, estate planning, and general legal advice, with particular praise for prompt turnaround times and explanation of options in accessible language. The firm has maintained long-term client relationships spanning decades, with reviewers noting efficiency and thorough handling of both complex and routine matters. Across 81 reviews averaging 4.9 stars, the consistent theme is responsive, professional service with strong client rapport.
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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Thanks to Samantha, Victor, and the rest of their team, buying our new house was smooth and stress-free. Explained everything clearly and informed us of every option. Their tidy office matches their professionalism.
We went there to prepare our will with Victor and Samantha. They were quick and helpful, and we will be using Victor as our family lawyer from now on. Happy with the service
Ana and Victor went the extra mile for us, and I can’t thank them enough for their professionalism, care, and attention to detail. They made us feel well looked after throughout the process and handled everything with expertise and kindness. I highly recommend them!
I have been dealing with Stainton and Chellew for various legal matters - House Deals; Trusts and Wills, General Legal advice since the early 2000's. They are extremely attentive, efficient and supportive. They are professional in all legal matters, including the more mundane conveyancing type work. They are extremely thorough, ticking every box when required. Their response time is excellent and make you think you are the only person of importance. They have a wonderful ability to provide excellent well thought out legal advice in everyday language not just wrapped up in legalese. Anyone look…
Frequently asked questions
How much does a property lawyer cost at Victor Mechkov t/a Stainton Chellew 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 Victor Mechkov t/a Stainton Chellew 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 family lawyer cost at Victor Mechkov t/a Stainton Chellew 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 Victor Mechkov t/a Stainton Chellew 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
Anastasiia Kovtun
2 SpecializationsAuckland, Downtown Auckland
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Victor Alekseevich Mechkov
1 SpecializationAuckland, Downtown Auckland
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Firm Information
📍 Office Locations
- • Auckland, New Zealand
👥 Legal Team
2 lawyers listed
⚖️ Practice Areas
2 Areas of Legal Expertise
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