Sharna McElhinney

Associate 

[email protected]

07 579 2350 Ext 221

With over 20 years of experience in the legal industry, Sharna brings a practical, down-to-earth approach to her work as a general practice solicitor. Sharna started her legal career straight out of college and spent many years working in law offices across a variety of roles. As her children grew older and more independent, she saw the opportunity to formalise her experience and pursue a law degree — a natural next step that allowed her to step fully into the role she had long worked toward.

Sharna’s practice spans a wide range of legal matters, with a particular focus on property law including residential, commercial and business conveyancing, refinancing, land acquisitions under the Public Works Act, occupation right agreements, and relationship property. She also frequently advises clients on wills, enduring powers of attorney, PPPR matters, and the establishment and management of trusts.

Sharna considers it a special privilege to be a solicitor — someone whom clients trust with personal and often life-changing matters, and someone others look to for guidance and reassurance.

Community involvement has always been important to Sharna. She previously volunteered with the Citizens Advice Bureau, helping to re-establish their legal clinic following the disruption of COVID-19; and is a current trustee on the New Zealand Garden and Arts Festival Board, contributing her time and skills to support a vibrant and much-loved community event.