"The best legal firms keep you out of court. This is done by a combination of excellent contracts and legal positioning combined with firm responses when necessary.
Over the years Hogan Geikie Poole have done an excellent job for our firm through some rapid growth, difficult relationships, and complex contracts.
While a small firm can sometimes be tied up in proceedings, Neil and Rachel are always responsive and do what is necessary to service our requirements, even when we don't give them much notice. Thanks Guy's"
Michael McCosker
Managing Director
Ausmin Australia
Agricultural Fertiliser & Soil Conditioning Products
"We are extremely delighted that we have the lawyers from Hogan Geikie Poole to represent us in our difficult times, and every time they have exceeded our expectation.
It has been many years that we have been working with this firm, sometimes it’s court cases, and other times just for legal advice on small matters, however Neil and Rachel have never ignored our enquiry, always provide us with the most suitable advice that we needed at the time.
We strongly recommend Hogan Geikie Poole to anyone or any business, you definitely can expect professional advice, warm service, and be rest assured that the work is in good hands."
Vicky
Importers & Wholesalers.
"We have been clients of Hogan Geikie Poole for approximately 10 years. We have found them highly professional, very personable and accessible with all our dealings on a business and personal level. Their staff are very pleasant and helpful at all times and always return telephone calls and messages quickly
We would have no hesitation in recommending Neil Geikie, Rachel Clarke and their staff to any potential new client who wants a professional team to take care of their affairs."
Bob & Karen Bes
Automotive Sales & Property Development.
"Emotrans Australia Pty Ltd and its associated companies uses Hogan Geikie Poole exclusively for a wide variety of Legal and advisory services.
We have found HGP an extremely efficient and knowledgeable resource in all matters legal.
I have no hesitation in recommending Rachel, Neil and the rest of the team at HGP to any company requiring legal services"
Ian Ahern, M.D.
Emotrans Australia Pty Ltd
International Freight Forwarding
"I have been a client of Hogan Geikie Poole since the early 1990's. During that time I have required a number of services provided by both Neil Geikie and Rachel Clarke - estate planning, conveyancing, family law matters and business legal advice.
I have found both Neil and Rachel to be extremely professional and responsive to my needs. They conduct themselves with the utmost integrity and are helpful, knowledgeable and supportive in their approach to a wide range of legal issues.
I continue to appreciate their advice and guidance and I am confident in recommending their services."
Lionel Davis
"It has been my pleasure to have known both Mr Neil Geikie & Ms Rachel Clarke since 1998, during which time I have been most impressed by their professionalism, competency and friendliness.
Neil has assisted me in litigation, and Rachel in commercial and property law. They have always provided their services in an efficient and skilful manner. They have been of invaluable assistance to me over the years in dealing with both my business and personal affairs.
Neil’s and Rachel’s work ethics and performance are of the highest standard. I have no hesitation in recommending their services to any prospective client and am glad to provide this testimonial for them."
Stephen Webb
Strata Manager
RICHARDSON & WRENCH
STRATA MANAGEMENT
" I have been a client of Hogan Geikie Poole for over 10 years. In that time Neil Geikie has handled many complex issues for my wife and I with a caring and sympathetic attitude that holds him in such high regard with me. Unlike a lot of other lawyers Neil is a realist and deals with the issues at hand in a most professional way but in a realistic way. He is always trying to achieve the result that is BEST for you and your legal situation and I value his advice and his friendship
Scott Darlington.
My family and I have enjoyed a long association with Hogan Geikie and Poole and, previously William Arnott and Poole, for over 50 years. Since taking over the firm in the early 1990's, Neil and Rachel have managed to continue the firm's traditions of integrity, professionalism and exceptional client service whilst adding fresh energy and enthusiasm.
During that time Neil Geikie and Rachel Clarke have provided us with advice on matters of estate planning, family law, conveyancing and matters of business law. Their areas of specialisation are most complementary. You can rest assured that with Neil and Rachel you have a wonderful team working for you and protecting your interests.
As a family, we have always found both Neil and Rachel to be very approachable and understanding of our particular requirements. They use their wisdom, experience and knowledge of the law to negotiate workable solutions to often intractable situations.
I continue to appreciate the benefit of their advice and am delighted to recommend their services to others.
Robyn Grosvenor.
I have engaged the services of Hogan Geikie Poole on a number of occasions on legal matters for over 16 years. These include conveyancing, family law, property law and business contracts.
They are straight forward and give an honest appraisal of a matter in plain language. I have dealt with both Neil Geikie and Rachel Clarke and they have both demonstrated a high standard of ethics. Their estimate of fees have always been accurate and their response to my legal needs have been very prompt. It is reassuring to know my interests are their focus.
I would also like to thank Hogan Geikie Poole for their continuous generous support, in kind, for community photographic events that I produce.
I would recommend this law firm for any legal matter, no matter how big or small.
Roslyn Sharp
Photographer/ Radiographer.
We have been serviced by Hogan Geikie Poole Lawyers now for over three years.
They have looked after all our private and business matters, from straightforward through to extremely complex and sensitive issues.
We have been extremely happy with every aspect of their service and have already recommended them to a number of associates.
To sum them up – professional, prompt, friendly and extremely knowledgeable, couldn’t be happier.
Peter Berney
Northbound Developments Pty Ltd
I have had over 20 years experience working in numerous sized suburban and city CBD law firms and have worked closely with many Lawyers over these years. When I required the services of a Lawyer for my own legal work, there was only one law firm I knew I could trust with their legal knowledge, expertise, confidentiality and understanding nature and that was Hogan Geikie Poole Lawyers.
I have always found both Neil Geikie and Rachel Clarke to be extremely professional, knowledgeable, honest, personable and understanding and in my various dealings with them, have found them to be highly qualified and experienced in the areas of law that they each practise.
I found Neil to be realistic in advising me on my prospects of success and he was highly proficient in not prolonging my matter and where possible, to avoid further Court proceedings.
In my many years working in the legal profession, I am well aware of how expensive legal services can cost and how fees can blow out without you knowing or because a lawyer has been incompetent. I have never had an issue over fees with Hogan Geikie Poole as I have always found both Neil and Rachel very up front and honest and have always kept me up to date throughout the duration of their retainment as to their legal fees. In my experience, compared to other law firms, I found Hogan Geikie Poole’s legal fees to be most reasonable and when their Partner is charging for the work, their Partner is actually doing the work, whereas some law firms charge for a Partner and the work is being performed by a junior lawyer or a paralegal.
I will continue to use Hogan Geikie Poole for my legal requirements. I would not hesitate to recommend their services to any person or organisation who may require legal services in any area of law. The quality of the legal services and experience you receive from Hogan Geikie Poole is unfortunately rare to find these days.
Nicole
Having worked in the legal field for just on 40 years, originally with a Solicitor and now into my 25th year with a Barrister, I have had the opportunity of working closely with many legal firms, some of whom I would never recommend. That is not the case with Hogan Geikie Poole. We recommend Neil and Rachel to people all the time.
On a personal note, Neil and Rachel have looked after both Estate and Conveyancing but also for a very close relative in civil court proceedings and a criminal matter. During this time I was able to see first hand not just how they conducted themselves during a trial and with the Barrister, but I was very impressed with the caring manner they both showed to my family.
Many times they have briefed the Barrister I work with so I have been in a position to see the effort which they put into preparing Briefs and the efficient responses to any task he asks of them.
Both of them are very approachable and never make you feel like you are taking up their valuable time. I feel very grateful to know them both.
Christine Evans
"I experienced a very challenging and difficult situation a few years back that combined both personal and business matters.
Neil was instrumental in helping me keep a good head on my shoulders during this time. He displayed the utmost professionalism, expertise and patience. He provided me with practical and objective advice and was consistent in our negotiations with the other party at all times. As a result, the matter was resolved out of court, and the outcome for me personally and professionally was very positive.
I remember when I was seeking someone to represent me, I was given the choice of three professionals and one of them was Neil.. I definitely made the right choice!!
I have complete trust and faith in Neil and recommend his work and services to all."
Principle Consultant
Health and Wellness
I have had an association with HGP since 1996 assisting me in various areas, family court, property settlement, divorce, estate administration and will preparations.
I have found both Neil and Rachel to be highly professional, honest and caring in their approach to all matters. They exude trust and warmth that puts you at ease in sometimes difficult situations.
I hope they never retire because I put them in the same light as a good hairdresser - once you find a good one you don't want to let them go !
Kathy Workman
Hogan Geikie Poole Lawyers came highly recommended to us by a friend who had used them to effect conveyencing on her behalf. We were similarly delighted with the quality of service Rachel and Neil provided to us in the purchase of our property in late 2010. Rachel anticipated our concerns and needs quickly and accurately such that we had full confidence in her capacity to protect our interests and to deliver to us a clean, clear and timely transfer of title. Rachel was superb, everything promised was delivered and we are happy to highly commend her to others
Kim Gabler
I have used HGP Lawyers several times when buying and selling property and value their attention to detail, professionalism and accessibility when preparing documents and managing settlement. In one instance I needed immediate action and information to make a decision and they responded instantly with the information I needed to take action. When planning my will they looked at my circumstances and then went through all sorts of scenario’s so that I understood my responsibilities and the consequences of my actions. I have no hesitation is recommending them and have done many times.
Ruth Evatt