I went in there once for them to sign some documents, which was done on the spot. Ask for additional service and an appointment, but due to covid the lawyer was not present in the office. I never had a return call from the lawyer or someone else in the office. I went somewhere else.
Whitcombe Guinness & Kitchingham
Civil Litigation • Commercial • Employment Law Firm
About Whitcombe Guinness & Kitchingham
Whitcombe Guinness & Kitchingham is a New Zealand law firm operating in West Coast. The firm has 1 lawyer registered with the New Zealand Law Society and practises in civil litigation, commercial, employment.
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Whitcombe, Guinness & Kitchingham Solicitors received praise from several clients for efficient and professional service, particularly with document signing and general legal matters. However, one client reported difficulty obtaining follow-up communication after requesting additional services and an appointment, with no return call received. The firm's responsiveness appears inconsistent across client experiences, with some customers satisfied but at least one turning to another provider due to lack of contact. Overall, the firm shows mixed results in client communication and service reliability.
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Efficient and professional. very happy.
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How much does a business lawyer cost at Whitcombe Guinness & Kitchingham? ▾
Hourly rates run $300 – $700, with senior commercial partners higher. Standard company formation is $800 – $1,500. Small-business sale and purchase transactions typically run $3,000 – $10,000 in legal fees per side. For Whitcombe Guinness & Kitchingham 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 employment lawyer cost at Whitcombe Guinness & Kitchingham? ▾
Hourly rates run $250 – $500. Raising a personal grievance is commonly a $600 – $1,500 fixed fee. Mediation representation is $1,500 – $4,000. An ERA hearing typically runs $5,000 – $15,000 depending on complexity. For Whitcombe Guinness & Kitchingham specifically, request a written engagement letter — fees vary by lawyer seniority and matter complexity. Use the contact details above to ask for a quote.
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Anthony George Whitcombe
3 SpecializationsWest Coast, Grey
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- • West Coast, New Zealand
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1 Qualified Lawyers
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3 Areas of Legal Expertise
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