What Our Clients Say

Trusted by families, professionals and businesses across New Zealand.

“I am so happy because of the help that I received and I would recommend for anyone to use the firm, especially if you have been to other agents and they have told you it’s impossible.”

– Sonal Makanjee

“Thanks to Mr Daniel Zhang of Advent Ark, our application for guardianship at Family Court was successful. Despite the lawyer for child appointed by the court opposed the application on several grounds, my lawyer Mr Zhang was well prepared and made strong counter arguments. The Court ultimately sided with us. Thank you Mr Zhang and Advent Ark for your dedication and hard work.” READ MORE

– Rong Zhou

“I admire you for your serious and responsible work. You keep your promises in good faith and take the interests of your client as your own. For my immigration matter, you communicated with me patiently and meticulously, and worked hard to prepare documents/information. Your professionalism is really admirable. I have nothing but inexhaustible gratitude in my heart. You are the best lawyers in my heart.” READ MORE

– Lianhua Meng & Gary Hyde

“I want to say that I appreciate the freedom you have given to me through your skills and hard work.”

As soon as they heard about my situation, they took immediate measure on my case. This involved one lawyer coming to the police station to bargain whilst the other lawyer drafting legal documents seeking judicial review and interim injunction at New Zealand High Court. In a miracle and 4 hours later, New Zealand immigration made a decision to release me.

During a subsequent interview and being accompanied by my lawyers, New Zealand Immigration Compliance Operation has decided to allow me 12 months for making application for work permit and permanent residence, virtually making me a free man. I am grateful of the help from the firm.

– Rocky Liu

“They are the type of solicitors who would never leave you floating and is genuine in handling your case. Based on experience I would highly recommend the firm and reiterate the distinguished competence and reliable service of solicitors Elcel Nerida and Nav Kaur for any immigration matters.” READ MORE

– Elijah Alagos Manlod

“I was thoroughly impressed with the type of service I experienced from them. Hats off for a hassel-free transaction and such an encouraging and helpful approach to clients like me.” READ MORE

– Katreena Clavero

“The entire process was communicated upfront, and the results were consistent with what had been communicated. The knowledge and creativity of its staff resulted in such impressive results.” READ MORE

– Jazel David

“They played a crucial role in my visa success through their complex analysis on my case, and hours of research and drafting of submissions”. READ MORE

– Thi Nguyen

“I would like to strong recommend their high quality service and I’m really glad of choosing Advent Ark Law which is one of the best and right decisions that I’ve made in my life so far which has given me the opportunity to change my life and future to live and work in a great country like New Zealand.” READ MORE

– Amila Henda Witharana

“Your expertise and service are remarkable. We thoroughly enjoyed our time working with you, and appreciate your dedication to making the impossible possible.

It is my absolute pleasure that Mr Z Li’s application for Essential Skills work visa is approved despite Immigration New Zealand’s serious concerns regarding Mr Li’s employment history and character issues. ” READ MORE

– Xiaojie Lin

“I express my sincere gratitude for the wondrous job, expertise and hard work.”

It was a difficult experience for me since I had previously approached various lawyers and advisers for my deportation liability. Therefore I even felt frustrated about the small chance of success to regularise my immigration status and obtain a visa. When I consulted with the firm, I just felt probably I should try again since they really made a comprehensive assessment of my case, advised me accordingly and guided me every step of the way.

Happily, Elcel Nerida represented me in the successful deportation humanitarian appeal. The Immigration and Protection Tribunal ordered a grant of an open 12-month work visa for me. I firmly believe that the firm played a crucial role in my immigration journey with their intensive research, complex analysis on my case and effective approach towards obtaining positive results. It just embodies how broad and professional they are in their field.

– Yen Nguyen

“I would like thank for your help. The staff are very experienced in what they are doing that I have ever met, and I will contact again in the near future!”

– Kimheng Chea

“Elcel’s professionalism, knowledge and expertise are invaluable. Her friendly approach makes very stressful situation less stressful. We are privileged to have worked with her.” READ MORE

– Victoria Korolev

“Aside from their expertise, I have noticed that they are very meticulous when preparing our paperwork to avoid any possible loopholes in our application. In short, we were convinced that they know what they are doing.” READ MORE

– Noreen & Achilles Manayan

“I have asked some advice and counsel from my co-workers and friends who had the same case like mine. All of them recommended that they seek legal advice from the very same lawyer, Barrister Elcel Marcos Nerida. We really appreciate her help and how she handled our case confidently.” READ MORE

– Cesar Carillo

“They instructed me from a real professional prospective, also on the time frame at every step. If by any chance I need legal service in the future, I will definitely choose the firm.” READ MORE

– Tao Qu

“The expertise and consultation the team provided gave a great deal of help in the successful outcome.”

From the very beginning of the preparation of documents to the submission of the application even the material steps during the process, the whole team’s excellent professional attitude made me feel I made the right decision to engage the firm.

I would like to personally express my gratitude to Grace for her patience and meticulousness in dealing with all my application matters. She always communicates with the immigration officer on time and get back to me as soon as possible. I really appreciate her efforts for my application. Thanks for her help, the entire progress of my residence visa was smooth with a favourable outcome.

I will recommend the firm to my friends without doubt because of their expertise and excellent service.

– Minyan He

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