Rachel Andrews is a Senior Solicitor at Checketts McKay Law and is based in the firm’s Ranfurly office. She works closely with individuals, families and rural businesses throughout the Maniototo and wider Central Otago region, providing practical advice on property matters, trusts and estate planning.

Rachel has significant experience advising clients on residential property transactions, wills, trusts, estate administration and relationship property matters. Her work focuses on helping clients structure their affairs clearly and ensuring that important decisions around property and succession are handled carefully and efficiently.

Rachel grew up in the Maniototo and has strong personal connections to the local community. After studying law at the University of Otago, she practised in Palmerston North and Christchurch before returning home to the Maniototo.

Her experience in both regional and larger legal practices has given her a broad perspective on the legal issues affecting individuals, families and rural property owners. Rachel is known for her conscientious and client-focused approach, taking the time to understand her clients’ circumstances and providing straightforward advice that helps them make informed decisions.

Rachel works closely with Director Gillian Clarke in supporting clients throughout the Maniototo and surrounding rural communities. Together they provide experienced legal support for property transactions, estate planning and succession matters affecting families and rural businesses in the region.

Clients value Rachel’s approachable manner, practical advice and genuine commitment to supporting the local community she calls home.

Representative Experience

Rachel’s recent experience includes advising on:

• Residential property sales and purchases across the Maniototo and Central Otago
• Estate planning including wills, trusts and enduring powers of attorney
• Estate administration and succession matters
• Trust structuring and asset protection advice
• Relationship property advice involving family assets and property
• Property transactions for individuals and families in rural communities

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