Tenterfield's Trusted Law Firm
Professional and qualified Lawyers servicing New South Wales and Queensland since 1924.
We listen to our clients and strive for the most favourable outcome.
ABOUT US
Jennings & Kneipp is here to help you with all your legal matters. As a locally owned and operated law firm, we are committed to understanding the needs of our clients and always strive to help you with all your legal requirements.
We understand the law and the effect it has on our clients. Our focus is on building relationships and maintaining them by providing consistently high-quality customer service.
We treat every client as the individual they are, not just another customer, and we believe all our clients deserve the very best care and attention.
OUR TEAM
Here at Jennings & Kneipp, we are lucky to have a small team of dedicated lawyers and support staff who all share the same high values.
Every member of staff endeavors to ensure we offer the best possible service to all our clients..
_________________________________________________
Jennings & Kneipp was established in 1924 by Mr Edgar Jennings and has since been leading the way in legal services across New South Wales.
In 1974, Terry Kneipp joined the firm as a young clerk and was influential in bringing the business into the 21st century as a partner.
In 2001, Ms Kerri Swain joined the practice, initially as a partner, before becoming Principal Practitioner by the end of that year.
In 2006, Ms Stacey Nugent joined as a solicitor.
Our Conveyancing clerks have a combined 30 years of experience.
All of our team members are local and have extensive knowledge of Tenterfield and the surrounding areas.
Each staff member acts reasonably and has a reputation for being both honest and caring.
Contact our friendly and compassionate team of legal professionals today to see for yourself.
Kerri Swain
Principal Solicitor
Kerri has built a solid reputation as a solicitor who will really listen, and then work together
with her clients to achieve their objectives in the most stress-free and practical manner.
Hailing originally from Tamworth, Kerri moved to Tenterfield in 1996, joining the firm in 2001 as a Partner and then becoming Principal Practitioner later in the year.
Kerri is a firm believer in encouraging the growth of small towns and has spent many hours volunteering and promoting development of the Tenterfield Shire.
Stacey Nugent
Associate Solicitor
With a special interest in Family Law and Criminal Law, Stacey has worked tirelessly for her clients in all areas of rural practice.
Admitted in 2006, Stacey moved from Kyogle to the area and commenced with Jennings & Kneipp that same year. She is a tenacious advocate for her clients.
We are passionate about the law and how it affects our clients. We look to assist you using the most
stress-free methods possible, without affecting your everyday life.
Whether you need legal help concerning Conveyancing, Family Law, Wills and Estates, Centrelink Payments and Services, Business Law or Leases, we can help.
We work with a range of clients, and no job is too big or too small for our legal professionals.
 So whatever legal service you require, why not call and speak to one of our experienced advisors today?
Our Services
Family Law
Our specialist family law team will ensure you understand all the processes involved while doing our best to keep your experience during these difficult times as stress-free and as straightforward as possible.
Led by accredited specialist Stacey Nugent, our family law team will assist you every step of the way.
Conveyancing
Whether you are a first-time home buyer to a small business owner, we can assist you in all your conveyancing matters. We specialise in NSW and Qld Conveyancing including:
Auctions
Land divisions and subdivisions
Vacant land
Leases and mortgages
Purchases and refinancing
Off-the-plan
Farms
Residential
Shops
Strata units
We will help you make the process of buying your own property straightforward and transparent while appreciating the importance of this purchase to you.
Rural Conveyancing, Planning and Restructure
Our rural clients are important to us, and we offer a specialised agribusiness service covering business restructuring, rural conveyancing, revenue law advice, succession and estate planning.
To help the whole family understand the process, we can also host succession planning meetings, enabling you to consider all options available.
Wills & Estates
Here at Jennings & Kneipp, we have extensive experience dealing with all types of estate matters including preparing wills, power of attorney, dealing with deceased estates, estate planning and preparing testamentary trusts.
We deal with each case sensitively and with tact.
Business Law
Whatever size or type of business you have, we can offer you a full range of legal services, including business conveyancing, establishment of trusts, partnership and business structure, taxation and corporate law advice, leasing of premises and employment law. Let us take away the stress of legal issues within your business.
Criminal Law & Going to Court
Should you need to appear in court, legal representation provides you with the support and guidance you require.
Appearing in Court can be stressful and overwhelming. Let Jennings & Kneipp take away the uncertainty by being there with you every step of the way.
Common Questions
Contact Us
Our Location
199 Rouse Street
TENTERFIELD 2372
Business Hours
Mon 9am-5pm
Tues 9am-5pm
Wed 9am-5pm
Thurs 9am-5pm
Fri 9am-5pm
Sat-Sun Closed
