Fee Langstone > Auckland, New Zealand > Firm Profile

‘I have dealt mainly with Pauline Davies, who is one of the most knowledgeable and well respected Marine Lawyers in New Zealand. She is an absolute pleasure to deal with. She stays on top of the cases, provides regular updates and good advice.’

‘The Team at Fee Langstone are very approachable and communicate effectively, precisely and on a level that can be understood easily by insurers and the insured customers. They have a wide range of capabilities and always deliver on time and as promised.’

‘They are friendly and nothing is too much trouble for them even when decisions are complex and at times difficult to convey to our end customers. Their research capability is great and they provide in-depth knowledge with all queries presented to them.’

‘I especially would like to mention Philippa Fee and Craig Langstone – These professionals are outstanding in my view. Their advice on many occasion has allowed us to deliver specific policy responses to eliminate disputes and minimise IFSO complaints etc. ‘

‘Fee Langstone punch well above their weight and are my first choice to engage with over insurance litigation and marine insurance matters. Their partners are hands on, accessible and commercial.’

‘Craig Langstone provides an outstanding service for both opinion and litigation matters and is chameleon like in his ability to easily engage with various parties from the boardroom to the back alley. Pauline Davies is a wealth of marine insurance knowledge – securing her services when I need her is always a relief.’

‘Pauline Davies is always available to give advised over the phone. Her advise is always practical and her depth of knowledge ensures that I never had to question the advise given. Pauline is by far the best marine insurance solicitor.’

‘Virginia Wethey particularly good and thorough.’

‘Fee Langstone has a long history in the New Zealand market and a wealth of knowledge and experience. The firm has a strong reputation for being insurance litigation specialists providing excellent coverage advice and resolution strategies in a wide range of areas, particularly in the areas of PI and D&O. They are approachable, reliable, efficient, trustworthy, intelligent and have an in-depth knowledge of insurance law and an excellent understanding of an insurer.’

‘Philippa Fee is a talented, intelligent lawyer with a wealth of knowledge and experience. She can grapple with complex legal and coverage issues and provides solid, pragmatic and commercial resolution strategies.’

‘Fee Langstone is a specialist litigation practice so this is what they do, and they do it well. It has a very capable and knowledgeable team.’

‘Philippa Fee has run some large trials for us with excellent results. She is always very careful to consider the legal position thoroughly before embarking on a course of action. Her advice is always thorough and accurate. Virginia Wethey handles some very complex files for us and is on top of all of the details. She understands all of the issues and seeks to find a way to a resolution.’

‘The team at Fee Langstone are all of very high calibre. They work collectively with me as a client and understand our needs and requirements on every file they work on. Fee Langstone anticipates best case and worst case scenarios so I am best placed to properly consider strategy on files. Communication is excellent and timely and provide value for money.’

‘Philippa Fee, Matt Atkinson and Russell Stewart and Craig Langstone are always available to discuss matters and can always discuss each file in detail at any time. All partners at Fee Langstone have great attention to detail and focus on appropriate outcomes in each matter. In my business I am required to achieve the best result and I get this from all the partners at Fee Langstone.’

‘Fee Langstone has a number of strong partners in the area of dispute resolution, who are well able to handle any litigation matter, and give robust and pragmatic advice.’