About — McIntosh & Signal Lawyers

About McIntosh & Signal.

We strive to get to know our clients and value lasting professional relationships.

McIntosh & Signal was formed in 1990 as a law partnership, from the life partnership of Rob McIntosh and Jane Signal. After Rob died in 2007, Jane carried on the practice.

She is delighted to now work with Scott Parkes, Tom Gilchrist and a friendly and experienced support team, from gracious premises in Denbigh Street, a short stroll from Feilding town centre.

Our support for our rural and urban based clients drives our areas of legal practice. However we also have cutting edge research tools and great contacts both in and outside the legal profession to navigate any legal issue.

Our Team

Jane Signal

B.A LL.B
PRINCIPAL, DIRECTOR
Jane Signal has been practicing Law in Feilding for 40 years. Jane and Rob McIntosh formed McIntosh & Signal in 1995, establishing themselves in offices in South Street before moving to 43 Denbigh Street in 2004. After Rob died in 2007, Jane carried on the practice and is delighted to now work with Scott Parkes, Tom Gilchrist and a friendly and experienced support team. Jane has a wealth of knowledge in all areas of complex law and is adept in succession and estate planning.
Scott Parkes

B.Com LL.B
DIRECTOR
Scott was born and raised in Ohingaiti in the beautiful Rangitikei. After completing his education at Canterbury University and travelling abroad, he returned to the Manawatu community and joined McIntosh & Signal in 2013. Currently farming in his spare time, Scott has a passion for working with farming families and he understands the unique challenges and opportunities that come with this way of life. Scott also assists individuals and families involved in the Mental Health Act and the PPPR Act, helping clients navigate complex legal systems and advocating for their rights and interests.
Tom Gilchrist

B.Com LL.B
DIRECTOR
Tom joined the McIntosh & Signal team in 2020. He has a wealth of experience in all areas of property law, estates, trusts, wills, estate planning, succession planning, the Mental Health Act and the PPPR Act. Tom studied at Victoria University before beginning his legal career in Palmerston North. Tom understands the importance of being professional, fair, and approachable and strives to provide his clients with the highest level of service and build lasting relationships based on trust and mutual respect. When he’s not in the office, Tom has a passion for vintage and classic cars.
Surrey Coombes

LL.B (Hons)
SOLICITOR
At the end of 2023, McIntosh & Signal welcomed Surrey Coombes as our newest Solicitor to our Practice. Surrey is a Feilding local and was brought up in Halcombe before moving to Feilding with her parents. After school, Surrey moved to Hamilton to study Law at the University of Waikato, where she went on to meet her husband. Surrey has a breadth of experience in General Practice Law, with a Passion in Property Law. Surrey is currently studying Te Reo Māori online.

Vicki

LEGAL EXECUTIVE
Emma

LEGAL EXECUTIVE
Julie

LEGAL ASSISTANT
Eden

LEGAL ASSISTANT
Becky

PRACTICE MANAGER
Hayley

TRUST ACCOUNT MANAGER
Tei Rei

ACCOUNTS MANAGER
Holly

RECEPTIONIST
Emma

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION
Princess

How we support our community

Manchester House

Is a for-community organisation offering on-demand services in Feilding and its surrounding districts. Their vision is to help create resilient individuals and families empowered to respond to change. We have many years of involvement providing free legal advice and support to assist the House’s worthy aims and success.
https://manchesterhouse.co.nz/

Big Brothers,
Big Sisters

Is an international mentoring programme for young people 7-17 years of age. Their mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of young people through strong and enduring, professionally supported, mentoring relationships. We support the local branch of the New Zealand chapter of New Zealand Big Brothers Big Sisters of Manawatu
https://bigbrothersbigsistersmanawatu.org.nz/

Rural Support

Provides a range of services for the rural community. We are proud to continue our association with the local branch the Manawatu-Rangitikei Rural Support Trust http://www.rural-support.org.nz/Regions/North-Island/Manawatu-Rangitikei/Our-Services