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Directors
Scott McKenna
LLB, BMS
Scott is an experienced litigator and he has represented clients in most courts up to the Supreme Court and regularly acts as counsel in court trials. He is approved to criminal PAL3.
Scott has also competed to the highest level of Grand Prix in dressage, which gives him invaluable insight into the equestrian industry as well as being the current Chairman of Dressage New Zealand and a board member of Equestrian Sports New Zealand.
He also co-leads the equine law practice with Fraser; and our firm acts for many of the significant organisations and entity within the equine industry.
Fraser King
LLB, MA (Hons), PhD
Fraser comes from a background in commercial and civil litigation;; and now also has significant experience in criminal law.
He has successfully represented clients in courts up to and including the Supreme Court in a variety of different cases. Fraser is a staunch advocate of our personalised strategic approach, so our clients can gain every advantage from our legal representation.
Fraser is approved criminal PAL4 status with the Ministry of Justice, which means he is able to act on the most serious criminal cases, such as murder. He has previously been an international three day eventing rider; and recently completed his PhD doctorate thesis in jury research.
Megan King
LLB, LLM (Hons)
Megan is an experienced litigator, specialising in civil, employment, relationship property and criminal law. Megan is of Ngai Tahu iwi.
She has appeared in all New Zealand courts up to and including the Supreme Court. Megan values providing quality service and helping her clients achieve positive outcomes.
Megan is approved criminal PAL4 for the most serious criminal cases; and has been lead counsel on many types of different criminal trials in addition to her civil litigation practice.
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Associates
Mark Fyers
LLB (Hons)
Mark brings a diverse range of experience in legal practice from his previous role. Mark is growing his experience in civil and criminal cases; and he has a personable approach with his clients. Mark has gained criminal PAL2 approval to lead both jury and judge alone trials; and has represented a number of clients in complex civil disputes.
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Senior Solicitors
Jessica Heinstman
LLB
Jessica represents many clients in our civil and criminal litigation practices. Jessica currently has PAL2 criminal approval and is able to conduct jury trials and judge alone trials as lead counsel. She also has a significant focus on employment law and has advocated for clients in a number of different forums up to and including the Employment Court.
Kelly Stone
LLB, BMS
Kelly is a committed litigator who acts for clients in both civil and criminal matters. She holds PAL2 criminal approval and is qualified to conduct jury and judge alone trials as lead counsel. Drawing on her experience as a corporate lawyer, chartered accountant, and public sector professional she brings a strategic and practical perspective to her advocacy.
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Solicitors
Brett Edwards
LLB
Brett has previous practising experience in employment law; and has now joined the MK team being immersed in civil and criminal litigation. Brett has achieved PAL1 criminal status. He enjoys the challenge of court work and advocating for our clients.
James Scott
LLB, BBus
James has joined our firm with excellent academics and a strong sporting career in rowing. James has already achieved criminal PAL1 status as he progresses his career in civil and criminal litigation.
Mitchell Stuthridge
LLB
Mitchell joins us from experience in other civil litgation firms; and he has already achieved PAL1 criminal status. We are excited to have Mitchell onboard to grow his civil and criminal litigation experience as a solicitor.
Henry Brockway
LLB/BA, MA(Politics)
Henry comes to MK with experience at Crown Law, Public Defence Service, and the independent bar. We are pleased to have Henry's experience with us; and he has already achieved PAL1 criminal law status.
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Anthony Tooman
BE, LLB (Hons)
After completing extensive experience in various SME roles in investment banking and derivative markets overseas, Anthony has come back to New Zealand to became a lawyer. He has a keen interest in litigation and is a welcome addition to the McKenna King team.
Kerianne Alt
LLB/BSc
After experience in other industries, Kerianne is a great addition to the MK team as a solicitor with strong academics. She has a passion for litigation and advocating for her clients.
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Legal Secretaries
Niamh Corr
Niamh excels in her role providing assistance and support in the myriad of tasks we seek from her. Her ability to take on multiple different roles is hugely appreciated by our team!
Teagan West
Teagan has joined the team after extensive experience in retail and business management. Her can-do attitude is a great asset to our firm!
Janice Fieldes
Janice has had an extensive career in firm management and financial administration; and brings a wealth of experience to the MK team that is gratefully appreciated.
Hannah Radley
BA (Hons)
Hannah has joined our administration team after gaining her undergraduate degree from the University of Portsmouth; and long-standing experience in finance and administration in the childcare industry.