Our team
We think our team is one of the best in the Waikato. Our legal advisors are experienced, client focused and experts in their fields. Our clients are located throughout New Zealand, and we provide mobile legal services to those in the Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Coromandel.
Property, commercial, company, trusts and private client legal matters are our specialties. We welcome a phone call or email to talk about what you need and what we can do to help.
Shelly Carden
Director
Shelly Carden
Director
Shelly is an experienced corporate, commercial and property lawyer. Her particular skillset means that her corporate and individual clients are able to rely on her for a wide range of legal advice, from company matters to rural transactions.
Shaghil Hasan
Director
Shaghil Hasan
Director
Shaghil is an accomplished lawyer specialising in commercial, property, trust law, and succession planning. His expertise enables him to navigate clients through complex legal landscapes ensuring their interests are protected and their goals achieved.
Lindsay Butler
Practice Manager
Lindsay Butler
Practice Manager
Lindsay is the Practice Manager at North End Law, working alongside the Directors and wider team to support the smooth day-to-day running of the firm. With extensive experience in legal practice management, people and performance, and professional services operations, she brings a practical, people-focused approach to firm
leadership.
Dianne Blue ( BSocSc LLB. (Hons) )
Consultant
Dianne Blue
Consultant
Dianne is an experienced lawyer who specialises in all areas of property and commercial transactions. Dianne is a property law expert with a particular interest in residential conveyancing and subdivisions.
Justina Knox
Consultant
Justina Knox
Consultant
Justina is experienced commercial and property lawyer who specialises in franchise law. Her practice area includes advising on the set up and operation of businesses and trusts.
Keryn Noorland
Associate
Keryn Noorland
Associate
Keryn is a skilled general practice solicitor dealing in private and commercial client matters. She has a particular specialty in relationship property, employment and disputes resolution and takes pride in her pragmatic, solution-focussed approach.
Nick Jeffrey
Associate
Nick Jeffrey
Associate
Nick is a general practice lawyer with experience in trust law, relationship property, and the corporate/commercial space. Nick enjoys creating practical solutions to complex problems to achieve the best outcomes for his clients.
Tegan Downing-Quintal
Senior Solicitor
Tegan Downing-Quintal
Senior Solicitor
Tegan is a general practice solicitor working across commercial, property, and private client matters, with particular interest in asset protection and ownership structuring.
Vanessa Buisson
Solicitor
Vanessa Buisson
Solicitor
Vanessa completed her law degree at the University of Waikato in 2020 and will be admitted to the bar in September 2024. She assists the team by providing support in all areas of our practice.
Sam Waugh
Solicitor
Sam Waugh
Solicitor
Sam is a general practice solicitor dealing in private client and property matters. His extensive knowledge enable him to assist clients accordingly and provide comprehensive legal advice, ensuring his clients’ interests are managed.
Lyndsay Wilson
Solicitor
Lyndsay Wilson
Solicitor
Lyndsay is a general practice solicitor who enjoys working closely with clients across property, subdivisions, and private client matters. She brings a calm, friendly approach to her work and focuses on making each step feel clear and manageable.
Samantha Bray ( NZILE Affiliate )
Registered Legal Executive
Samantha Bray
Registered Legal Executive
Samantha specialises in trusts, estates, wills, and client management. Her expertise ensures that clients receive personalised and thorough guidance in managing their assets and planning for the future.
Allie Locke
Senior Legal Assistant
Allie Locke
Senior Legal Assistant
Allie is a senior legal administrator and assists us with all areas of our practice including trust accounting, estates, conveyancing, wills, and enduring powers of attorney.
Mel Belk
Senior Legal Assistant
Mel Belk
Senior Legal Assistant
Mel is a senior Legal Assistant and assists us with administrative support for all areas of our practice.
Linda Coleman
Senior Legal Assistant
Linda Coleman
Senior Legal Assistant
Linda is a senior Legal Assistant and assists us with all property matters and administrative support for all areas of our practice.
Adriana Treloar
Legal Assistant
Adriana Treloar
Legal Assistant
Adriana is a dedicated professional specialising in support, administration, and client management. Her exceptional organisational skills and client-focused approach ensure that every client’s needs are met with efficiency and care.
Ryan Maiava
Legal Assistant
Ryan Maiava
Legal Assistant
Ryan, is dedicated to providing excellent support, administration, and client management. Her eagerness to learn and grow ensures that she delivers reliable and attentive service to all clients.
Alexandra Serdjukov
Deeds Clerk/Translator
Alexandra Serdjukov
Deeds Clerk/Translator
Alexandra provides translation and administrative support across all areas of the practice. Fluent in German, English, Russian, French and Spanish, she is dedicated to providing clear communication and reliable support to both clients and colleagues.
Kimberley Gardner
Trust Account Administrator
Kimberley Gardner
Trust Account Administrator
Kimberley is an Accounts Administrator and Legal Assistant. She currently provides administrative support for the legal team.
Kayla Oram
Administration Assistant
Kayla Oram
Administration Assistant
Kayla is an admin assistant who manages the trust account. She also provides deed, file and administrative support for the team.
Maddy Horscroft
Administration Assistant
Maddy Horscroft
Administration Assistant
Maddy is the friendly face at reception. She also assists with the deeds and various administrative tasks around the office.
