Duncan Cotterill is a full-service law firm at Duncan Cotterill Plaza, 148 Victoria Street, in central Christchurch. The firm has lawyers in Auckland, Wellington, Nelson, Blenheim, Christchurch and Queenstown. Its website says it supports businesses and individuals across all sectors, with dedicated practices for business, personal and full expertise. Its values are authenticity, excellence, enterprising and he tāngata. The firm publishes legal insights and event invitations for clients.
Customers mention expert advice, qualified staff and cost most often. One business client said their lawyer communicated well and kept them in a difficult spot, and was very well looked after. A small non-profit group had a pricing indication promptly after an enquiry, which they found helpful on a budget. Another first home buyer, who had been advised to use the firm through an agent, said the lawyer seemed to work for the vendor, and that the cost was high. Our pick in central Christchurch for business or property legal advice, with the cost discussed up front.