What Our Clients Say
David Moorman has been our trusted professional and legal advisor for more than 15 years. As partners operating an international software business, we’ve relied on David’s extensive knowledge, experience and considered advice for a complex range of business and personal interests - from robust commercial arrangements and intellectual property matters to personal trusts and asset planning. Whatever the issue, he takes the time to understand our needs and provides us with clear, prompt advice that considers all our varied interests. It’s truly a great comfort knowing David is there for us. He’s an integral part of our team and adds real value to our business and individual affairs.
Jane Mattsen & Allan Baird, Abel Software Limited
David is an excellent lawyer to work collaboratively with to assist clients with issues which may have legal, accounting and assurance aspects. He is expert in his legal skill yet also recognises that the best solutions for clients often require consideration of other matters. His skills of being thoughtful, attentive to clients’ needs and styles, and his ability to provide pragmatic solutions mean I have no hesitation in recommending his services.
Craig Fisher Chairman, RSM New Zealand
During the early 1990’s we were a fast growing trading company with a burgeoning export and import business dealing in food but in need of some good corporate governance and legal advice.
We were recommended to contact a young chap, Alfred Harford who had just joined Merton Malloy’s practice in Newmarket. Alfred had a reputation as a no-nonsense pragmatic commercial lawyer.
We learnt many sobering commercial lessons from Alfred as he helped us grow our business internationally over the subsequent 25 + years, providing us with invaluable corporate guidance and sensible and visionary legal advice that enabled us to negotiate with multinationals with confidence.
Since the early days Malloy Goodwin Harford as it is now known has grown a lot. I am pleased to say Alfred and his team of leading practitioners (Patrick, Marise, David, etc) now help us with all aspects of our commercial, property and personal legal requirements.
They are a team I am happy to recommend to any domestic or offshore company or person as a firm they can rely on for accurate and sensible legal advice. They are not cheap, because they are amongst the best available, but they are cost effective, for those who may share my Scottish roots.
In addition to being commercially astute the Malloy Goodwin Harford team all have a good sense of humour. Even working late in the evenings with sick children at home, Patrick for instance, has never ever missed a call or a deadline for us and still has time for a joke to break the tension when required.
Frankly I cannot talk highly enough of the firm or the smart legal minds running the business. They are a great team and fantastic business partners.
Allan MacDonald, Managing Director, PTG Food Limited
Bed Bath and Beyond its directors and shareholders, have relied on Malloy Goodwin Harford for legal advice and support for over 25 years.
There are a number of qualities that we have valued during that time including:
- Accessibility of advice. It is always possible to pick up the phone and discuss a concern with one of the team.
- Timely delivery. Where formal legal advice is required we have always been impressed with the delivery on time and within agreed budgets.
- Stability of the team. Over such a long period of time there have obviously been staff changes however these are few and far between which allows us as the client to develop a very good working relationship with our key contacts.
We would like to thank Malloy Goodwin Harford for their support and advice and look forward to continuing our relationship with them as both of our companies grow and develop over the next 25 years.
Trevor Brown Chief Executive Officer Bed Bath & Beyond Limited
East Health Trust and East Health Services Limited have relied on the expertise and commercial advice of Malloy Goodwin Harford for over 20 years and have complete trust in their ability to understand our business needs and achieve the best outcomes for us.
They are easy to talk to, helpful and supportive as well as being timely and efficient. I have respect for their honesty and integrity and professionalism.
I would not hesitate to recommend them to others seeking wise counsel.Loretta Hansen Chief Executive East Health Trust PHO & East Health Services Ltd
Arrowhead Alarm Products Ltd has used Malloy Goodwin Harford lawyers as their legal advisors for over 25 years starting with the original partners of the company.
In that time we have had numerous shareholder changes, both local and overseas, and the advice received was invaluable to us. The transactions were smooth and stress free due to the professional services offered by the company.
There is also a depth of experience within the company in that if we needed more specialised help there was someone within the company who could help us.
We would recommend them to any companies looking for legal representation.
Noel Jennings, Director, Arrowhead Alarm Products Ltd
We have used Malloy Goodwin Harford as our lawyers for two decades, under three CEOs and three Chairmen. Both Alfred and Marise have provided us with sound advice, we have always felt valued as clients, and have been given very prompt service. We have used them for franchise advice, sale and purchase transactions, and many other incidental matters, including legislative and compliance guidance.
Paper Plus would like to congratulate Malloy Goodwin Harford on 25 years of business; and I am sure we will continue to benefit from their solid guidance and support in the years to come.
Katie Treneman, Chairman, Paper Plus New Zealand Limited
We would like to acknowledge the quality of both the services and the staff at Malloy Goodwin Harford in providing advice and services to the various members of the family of Franklin and Judith Solomon, daughters Kiri and Jenny and their spouses Nicholas Eacott and Shane Waaka respectively.
Our family has required a significant amount of support over the last 23 years around a range of legal requirements for our family business “Solomon Group”, the Solomon Family Trust, Te Ringa Awhina (our Charitable Trust), and our personal affairs, including the purchasing and selling of property and in particular the sale of our business.
The staff at Malloy Goodwin Harford have always provided an exemplary service - always contactable (even after hours), always sympathetic and easy to work with, and providing positive input and strong legal advice into achieving outcomes which are in the best interest of ourselves and the numerous services that we operate.
They continue to work tirelessly on our behalf and we recognise and value how fortunate we are to have been able to work with them. And, while our service has been directly through our links with Marise Allan and Patrick Casey, we readily recognise that they are integral parts of the overall organisation that is Malloy Goodwin Harford.
Franklin Solomon, Solomon Group
Te Hiku Hauora was referred to Malloy Goodwin Harford by a top lawyer in a specialist field, and we highly value this relationship because it has been very effective for our organisation. As a growing health provider we appreciate the legal and business advice that has enabled us to navigate uncertain waters with confidence, for example, in the acquisition of another GP service and establishment of a pharmacy. Ultimately the results speak for themselves, and I have no hesitation in recommending this legal firm to others seeking quality.
Bill Halkyard CEO, Te Hiku Hauora
I am thrilled to be able to congratulate Malloy Goodwin Harford Lawyers on their 25 years in business.
Our company has been a client of theirs for almost as long as they have been in business.
The team has helped us in many aspects of our business and personal affairs –from day to day property management (leasing), Wills, sales and purchases of property, business dealings, the family trust as well as compliance issues with government departments and agencies.
What I have been pleased with is their great attention to detail, and the way they manage to make things easy, such as putting legalise into laymen’s terms and giving good, clear advice on every issue.
May the next 25 years prove just as fruitful for this well rounded team.
Val Marshall-Smith Director NZ Institute of Fashion Technology Ltd
David Moorman has been our family and business legal advisor for 30 odd years that has included three generations of Wainhouse family. We have always found David’s counsel considered and valuable.
When David joined Malloy Goodwin Harford in 2007 we were delighted for him and we knew it was in all our best interests to follow him in his move.
Malloy Goodwin Harford appeals to us for many reasons not the least of which is the comfortable feeling we have with the practice. We can rely on assistance being available when necessary for all our needs.
The location of Malloy Goodwin Harford in modern premises in Newmarket is both central and accessible with reserved parking at the front door. We find this extremely helpful not having to travel excessive distances from car park buildings to offices when time is valuable.
In today’s busy world having access to a reliable, reputable legal practice for our business, family trusts and personal needs is an absolute necessity and we have found David Moorman and the team at Malloy Goodwin Harford an extremely valuable asset.
John L Wainhouse Founding Director, Wainhouse Distribution Ltd Auckland
I have had the pleasure of being the Chairperson of several organisations that are clients of Malloy Goodwin Harford as well as working alongside David Moorman as a fellow Director on a not-for-profit Board working to strengthen families in South Auckland. I have found the firm's work to be accurate and quickly delivered with a focus on solving the issues we are facing. David Moorman is a positive, detail-conscious person with a wide breadth of experience who consistently adds insight and confidence to our boards' deliberations. Best wishes and congratulations on reaching 25 years.
Peter Browning, Chairperson Iosis Limited
We have been clients of this law firm for over 20 years, firstly with late Merton Malloy and recently with Marise Allan. They have been extremely professional, reliable and meticulous and provide a very friendly service. We have no hesitation in recommending their services to any other client.
Drs Siri & Choola Waidyaratna
Merton Malloy became our lawyer in about 1984 when he was a partner in Kensington Swan. We continued to be his clients when he and his colleagues established Malloy Goodwin Harford. His partners and other staff looked after us extremely well during his absence from time to time. There was never an occasion to be unhappy with the firm. Marise Allan has been our lawyer since Merton’s retirement. The seamless transition has been very reassuring and satisfying. Merton was like a family doctor who understands the whole family situation rather than just dealing with the current issue. We are very happy that Marise has been doing exactly that. Without any hesitation we would recommend Malloy Goodwin Harford to our family and friends.
Rekha and Ravi Thadaka
We have been clients of Malloy Goodwin Harford for a considerable number of years now and deal primarily with Marise Allan one of the partners in the firm. Marise manages our personal and business trusts We are comfortable in the fact that we are well looked after and totally trust her judgement and advise and know that all our trusts/documents are up to date, managed and protected . Marise is professional, patient and has a very friendly approach. Marise makes our visits to the lawyers’ office comfortable and easy, and we will continue to use Malloy Goodwin Harford long into the future.
Tracy and Rob Murphy
Merton Malloy became our first personal solicitor at a very hard time in one's life. Merton had been recommended to us, by a friend who was already his client. Bless him! Vinko was 30yrs old, I was 25, we needed to make Wills, Vinko had a brain tumour and was given less than 3months to live.
I am now 72 years old. Through all of those following years leading up until Merton retired I felt very important not only to him but also to the firm. Great feeling of trust!
I believe their values have never changed. It is a long time to be with one firm so I have had help from others in the firm including Alfred Harford who I would also recommend.
When Merton retired he introduced me to Marise Allan. My new solicitor was always going to have a hard role to fill. I can quite honestly say Marise Allan, has filled that role beautifully and she certainly will go beyond the call of duty if required. I would recommend Marise without any hesitation and I am pleased to have this opportunity to say thank you to her.
Pat Vegar-Fitzgerald
We have been served in numerous capacities by many solicitors over decades. Alfred is one of the very best.
Our lengthy experience of Alfred’s caring and reassuring competency derives particularly from his assistance and advice on our trusts and asset planning arrangements, backed by his deep commercial understanding and practicality.
Alfred is today’s professional gentleman - ethical, thoughtful, courteous but also highly competent, up-to-date and efficient. He takes great care to ensure we understand the risks and significance of decisions upon lifestyle, family, fellow shareholders and investment strategies. He is articulate and possesses superior IQ and EQ.
He works effortlessly and respectfully in his interface with a husband and wife of differing commercial, financial and legal experience, business backgrounds and divergent risk appetites.
Alfred’s drafting and documentary support is of a high standard - comprehensive, complete and accurate.
Warren and Sally Dalzell, Directors
In our dealings with Malloy Goodwin Harford we have always found them to be highly professional, and to provide an exceptional level of client servicing.
Our main point of contact has been Alfred Harford, and we have come to appreciate not only his sage and professional advice, but his attention to detail. It is the little things that matter, like timely responses to emails and prompt returning of phone calls. Alfred goes above and beyond, and you always know he has your very best interests at heart. You know you are in the hands of a true professional. This attitude and approach holds true for the entire team.
We would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Malloy Goodwin Harford.
Kevin and Emma Malloy, Directors and Investors
Malloy Goodwin Harford, with particular reference to Alfred Harford have supported me with legal services and advice now for in excess of 20 years. During this time I have built and exited a small business, undertaken a number of property transactions along with family trust and Will work. It is very important to me when working with professionals operating in a field where my own personal expertise is limited, that you can have absolute trust and faith in their advice, their work and their integrity. I can say without any doubt that at all times during the various items of work carried out I have always felt that the advice given was accurate, appropriate and of the highest calibre. I note that MGH have marked 25 years in business and I applaud them on their standards and wish them every success in the future.
Allister Daly, Managing Director, GN ReSound Australia and New Zealand
I have had the pleasure of working with Alfred on numerous business and family transactions over the past 15 years. On a number of occasions, this has involved drafting and negotiating multi-party documents across different geographic regions with a high deal of complexity and varying time zones. Alfred’s knowledge, advice and demeanour during these transactions has always highly been professional, invariably leading to favourable outcomes that have stood the test of time and been beneficial to my business and family. Working with Alfred is always a pleasure and I look forward to our next catch up! Congratulations Malloy Goodwin Harford on achieving 25 years in business.
Stuart Bulcraig, Director and Investor
Alfred Harford has been my lawyer for over 20 years. I consider Alfred to be a very good lawyer. He is very professional, and is also interested in his clients’ welfare. Alfred always takes extra time to explain to me what I need to know on legal matters. He is my mentor and provides me with guidance when requested.
Priscilla Barkman, Consultant
My wife and I have been clients of Malloy Goodwin Harford since 1997. Over the last 20 years they have assisted us with a numerous leasing agreements, employment matters including redundancy and the sale of our chain of retail stores in 2014. Aside from looking after the legalities associated with our business, we’ve also entrusted Malloy Goodwin Harford on a personal level with our family trust and Wills. Alfred and his associates have not just provided us with invaluable advice and great outcomes, they’ve also provided us with peace of mind.
Marty and Lisa England – Platinum Group/Loaded and Underground, Directors
We have known Alfred Harford for approximately the past 40 years when as a junior he joined the legal practice we were clients of at the time. After a period of time we became his clients, and subsequently, over 20 years ago, moved with him to the Malloy Goodwin Harford practice. Over this long period of time, Alfred has given us and our family top class and reliable legal service in many different areas. He has been prepared to go the extra mile and we have come to not only rely on his professional expertise and thorough execution of his duties, but to count him as a kind and reliable friend.
We are pleased to write this testimonial to the excellent service we have received and to congratulate Alfred and all at Malloy Goodwin Harford on achieving 25 years in business.
Alison and Donald Ellison, Retired Business Owner and Architect
We have engaged Alfred Harford for all our legal requirements since he graduated from law school.
His guidance, integrity and professionalism has always been of the highest calibre in dealing
with our different legal issues, both business and personal throughout the years.
He now acts for our family as well and we have no hesitation in recommending him and Malloy Goodwin Harford.Bruce and Monett Johnston Directors
Malloy Goodwin Harford have served our needs since the year 2000. We have been very impressed by their prompt, efficient, knowledgeable and professional service at all levels. Our principal contacts are Alfred Harford and Sarah McLaren who both serve our needs with a personal and compassionate approach.
We will continue to recommend MGH to friends, just as MGH were recommended to us all those years ago.David and Anne Cotton
We and have been working with Alfred Harford and his team for well over 15 years. They have assisted us with a wide range of services for all our businesses and trusts including business sales and acquisitions, setting up structures, conveyancing etc. The quality of their work and dedication to achieve our desired results have been second to none. We could not recommend Alfred and his team highly enough and we are proud to be part of their well-deserved 25 year anniversary.
Ashley Berrysmith, Director
In my position as the managing director of Deacon Holdings Ltd which holds the master franchise for GJ Gardner Homes New Zealand I often require advice and support on what I would describe as a very wide range of business matters that arise.
I have now been working with Patrick Casey and the team at Malloy Goodwin Harford since 2012. Patrick in particular who is my first point of contact has simply been outstanding in his service and support to our business, to the extent I have often had him provide support to our franchisees when they have been faced with challenges and are struggling to resolve them with their own legal representation.
Patrick is extremely personable to deal with, very balanced in his views, very professional and just as importantly communicates in a manner that is very clear and easy to understand and leaves one feeling very confident in the decisions or direction they choose to take. My franchisees that have engaged his service have commented the same.
Additionally from the work we have engaged in with Malloy Goodwin Harford it appears the team there possess a wide range of expertise as Patrick often refers to his colleagues before giving a definitive view on any issue.
I can genuinely say I enjoy the relationship we have and am very thankful to have Patrick and the team at Malloy Goodwin Harford working with us.
Grant Porteous, Managing Director, Deacon Holdings Limited Master Franchisee GJ Gardner Homes New Zealand
I am delighted to highly recommend the team at Malloy Goodwin and Harford to any client looking for a personal and detailed approach to international contract law, copyright advice and also trade mark advice.
I have been working with Patrick Casey for the discussions and action planning for all my international contracts in both publishing and digital material. I also work with David Ruck on property and related work.
Dame Wendy Pye, CEO and owner of Wendy Pye Group
Over the last few years I’ve always found Patrick and the team at Malloy Goodwin Harford a pleasure to deal with. Patrick has gone out of his way to explain and teach the fundamentals of how trade marks work, which has helped us form a competitive advantage in our market place.
The friendly, yet professional attitude has demystified what was previously a confusing topic. I would highly recommend Patrick and his team as competent and helpful.
Dave Stanners, Managing Director, RVE Group
My husband and I met Patrick Casey seven years ago after a friend of my family referred us to Malloy Goodwin Harford. Right from our first meeting we were impressed with his warm but professional manner and the depth of his knowledge in so many legal areas from commercial advice to personal Wills.
He has been a huge support and point we could turn to for good legal and common sense advice. His advice was always dished with a good dollop of reality and he would always try to bring any action that was taken to a timely and successful end for us his clients. He relayed his knowledge in such a way that both my husband and I could understand and over the years we have thought of him more as a friend. We consider ourselves lucky to have such a competent lawyer.
Sarah McMullin, Counties Homes Limited and Eastern Homes Limited