Kayes Fletcher Walker is the Office of the Manukau Crown Solicitor

Te Tari o Te Rōia Matua a Te Karauna ki Manukau

Kayes Fletcher Walker was established in 2014. The firm has been the Office of the Manukau Crown Solicitor since May 2015. Natalie Walker was the first Manukau Crown Solicitor until her appointment to the High Court in 2026. Gareth Kayes was appointed the second Manukau Crown Solicitor in May 2026.

As a firm we are public-spirited, diligent, and collegial. We have built a Crown Solicitor’s office that reflects its community, and endeavours to prosecute crime firmly but fairly, working collaboratively with justice sector partners to provide a timely service without compromise to principle or quality. Our aim is to do publicly important work to the highest standard.

We are a diverse and inclusive firm that takes pride in its work and in its people.

Job opportunities

KFW is looking to recruit junior prosecutors to begin in February 2027 (or earlier by agreement). The positions are suitable for recent graduates through to solicitors with 3 years PQE (but not necessarily with prosecution experience).

Prosecutor Application Form

Applications close Wednesday 13 June 2026, and can be sent to
office@kfw.co.nz