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Hamertons

4.0(5 reviews)Mixed (-20%)
15 practice areas
07 307 0680
71 McAlister Street, Whakatāne 3120
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Review Summary

Clients report highly inconsistent experiences with Hamertons. Several express frustration with lawyers Angela and Nicole for poor preparation, lack of communication, missed deadlines, and unresponsiveness during urgent legal matters, with one client stating they had to spend additional money to fix issues. However, other clients praise lawyers Heather and Dawn for going above and beyond, providing reassurance, working flexible hours, and making clients feel like a priority. Receptionist Rita Fairbrother receives consistent praise across negative reviews for being kind, professional, and helpful.

Generated from 5 Google reviews and NZ Law Society data

Why Choose Hamertons?

Highly Rated

4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 Google reviews.

Full-Service Firm

Covers 15 practice areas including Commercial, Criminal, Employment and more.

Published Hours

Open hours listed — check below for daily schedule.

Practice Areas

Commercial
Criminal
Employment
Estates
Family Law
Litigation & Disputes
Māori Land
Mental Health
Property Law
Relationship Property
Rural
Trust & Asset Protection
Mediation Services
Asset Protection
Dispute Resolution

Client Reviews

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5 total reviewsMixed (-20%)
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Stacey EvansLocal Guide5 years ago

Friendly staff

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Rosita EvillLocal GuideEdited a year ago

Top service,top people who serve the clients.

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Merle YoungLocal Guide2 years ago

Have been mine and my husband's solicitors for more than 20 yrs. They are an EXCELLENT local firm.

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Anthony phippsLocal Guide4 years ago

I just wanted to express my gratitude to the team at Hamertons, especially Heather and Dawn. After a lengthy divorce, I found Heather and Dawn to go above and beyond to ensure that the job was done to a high standard. They reassured me of the process and what the next steps were, I always felt that I was their only client. Both Heather and Dawn worked around my hours to get the job done and I'm so relieved now that the situation is behind me. Thanks team.

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Krystel CoppinLocal Guide4 years ago

Very helpful and efficient 🙂 …

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Russell McPikeLocal Guide5 years ago

Excellent service, knowledgeable staff.

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Doug PocockLocal Guide2 years ago

Ease of reception concise professional Understanding of subject discussed

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Tiki HutchingLocal Guide3 years ago

Always a friendly smile and your one stop legal shop.

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DIANNEINNZ6 years ago

I have just engaged this firm to represent me, my first thoughts are great, good waiting area, got in on time, information supplied was both informative and put me at ease. If my first impression is anything to go by, I do believe I may just got myself a new lawyer.😁

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Lance WaldonLocal Guide5 years ago

Although the visit cost nothing ,I was impressed with the professionalism and desire to help, which in my instance, I think they helped as best they could .

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Manaia WateneLocal Guide2 years ago

The one star is for the kind, professional, exceptional receptionist Rita. Otherwise it’d be a -5/5 stars for the lawyers. Don’t waste your time. First time ever being served, first time ever needing to step foot in a courthouse, first time …

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Mar RenLocal Guide4 years ago

Mucked my mum around quite bit...😔 …

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Paul CookLocal Guide3 days ago

Have tried these guys for availability for basic house conveyancing….absolutely hopeless unfortunately. Receptionist was huffing and puffing like she couldn’t be bothered. Promised a call back later the same day, never happened! Useless local company, advertises the world on the radio and delivers nothing!! Do not even try to use these guys, go elsewhere!!

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Ross BeardLocal Guidea year ago

Didn’t do her job, she was ringing up on the day of the court case asking me questions that would heavily affect the outcome, she didn’t do her homework which led me not to get a work license. Then had to spend another 3 grand to get another lawyer to fix the issue

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Ditty MargooLocal Guide4 years ago

I would not recommend this firm. The receptionist is very pleasant and apologetic but the lawyers are too busy. They do not return calls for urgency and are not helpful in emergencies. Their lunches and christmas breaks are far more important to them.

Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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