The Firm

Jennifer G Connell was established in 1990. The firm prides itself on the development of strong client relationships with an emphasis on providing effective legal solutions.

The firm has experienced considerable growth since its inception and now services clients both within New Zealand and internationally.

Jennifer G Connell combines both youth and experience to achieve an innovative yet pragmatic approach to legal issues.

Meet the team

Jennifer G Connell

Position: Principal

History: Jennifer graduated from the University of Auckland with Honours in 1975. She joined her father’s practice Connell & Connell in the same year. She subsequently established Jennifer G Connell Barristers and Solicitors in 1990.

Jennifer has been involved in a wide range of legal issues and more recently has concentrated on commercial and domestic conveyancing transactions, family trusts, wills and estates.

Qualifications: LLB (Hons)

John Samuel

Position: Senior Associate

History: John graduated with a law degree from the University of Auckland in 1969 and commenced practice in the same year. Since that time, John has been extensively involved in all areas of litigation, particularly in the areas of civil and criminal law.

John also holds two Masters degrees having graduated in 1996 with a Masters in Commercial Law (Honours) and again in 1999 with a Master of Taxation (Honours) from the University of Auckland.

Aside from practicing in New Zealand, John is a member of the Cook Island Bar where he appears regularly and has also been involved in litigation proceedings in Western Samoa.

Qualifications: LLB. MCom Law (Hons). MTax S (Hons)