I am so deeply sadened by Telise’s passing. She and her family deserved so much more time. She was a kind, sharp and deeply intelligent lawyer taken too soon. She was fundamentally a good person and so wonderful to deal with. It was only in recent weeks she was offering to run errands for me whilst I have been off of work. I will always appreciate her kindness and remember her for it. A leader and visionary and I hope her legacy of kindness lives on. Telise’s service today was fitting - raw and real and full of the humour I will always remember her for. My thoughts and aroha go out to her family at such a tragic time.

Telise was an outstanding, intelligent, vibrant, women, who I was incredibly privileged to work with. Telise and I worked together for many years, dating back to her time working with Ross Knight, long before she joined Martelli McKegg. We connected with ease, sharing tales of our childhoods, growing up in small communities. We shared many lofty aspirations for the future of our work together. Indeed, we spent hours waxing lyrical about our future as “running mates” in the relationship property, trust and estate dispute space - but of course, truth be told, Telise didn't need a running mate - she was streets ahead, on her own stride. On the morning of Telise’s tragic death, we had been in touch to set up a planning meeting for our next seminar presentation, which we intended to co-author and co-present for NZLS CLE, as we had done before. Telise had the ability to turn our shared work into “gold” – she always added the magic. As I step into the next stage of my career, I am truly heartbroken that Telise will not be alongside me, as we had planned. Telise leaves a huge void. I can’t begin to imagine the tremendous grief felt by her family and loved ones - they are in my thoughts and heart.

A Tribute to a vibrant beautiful young woman Taken too soon. Our heartfelt Condolences to Family and Friends, May your memories Give you comfort and Strength In The rest of time. Rest Easy Telise

Telise, Tim & Sebastian were part of our Pakiri school whanau for a couple of years. Her smile was infectious and you would always end up smiling when your saw her. She was a great advocate for Sebastian's education and was always willing to lend a hand when it was needed. The Pakiri School community and wider Pakiri community offer Tim, Sebastian and all of Telises whanau & friends our deepest condolences and love to a place in your life you all never imagined you would be at now. Rest in love Telise.

Darling Telise So grateful for all the wonderful memories we shared with you and all our children, running free and having the most amazing shared family summer holidays at He He Beach with the loving Kelly family and friends. Your wonderful nature ensured everyone was always felt included and your soul shone through with your infectious laughter and smile . Forever the Beautiful (inside and out ) long blonde haired beach Girl Our heartfelt love and tight hugs to the family The Hazelwoods

We had an excellent and very professional working relationship with Telise and I readily confirm that personally in 50 years of practice I have never met a more professional lawyer within her area of practice after such a relatively short time in those areas of expertise. It is a very long time since I and this firm have felt such a deep sense of loss for any colleague. I dare say that for the firm she will be virtually irreplaceable. Telise's qualities extended well beyond just her legal knowledge and ability. I am very sorry that I have commitments to clients that I have been unable to rearrange and will therefore miss the service on Thursday. With our very best regards.

I had the pleasure of working with Telise at Martelli McKegg and also when I became a Barrister. She joined the firm with such confidence and warmth. She was always smiling and ready to help. She was an extremely talented lawyer (far beyond her years of experience) and she was a very safe pair of hands for me to refer clients to and a huge help to me on my files. She was one of those rare people who was tenacious as a lawyer, but also down to earth, warm and kind. She was one of the good ones. I shall miss working with her and our chats on files and I will think of her often. I so wish we had organised our next lunch catch up as we had talked about. To Tim, Sebastian Jo and her family and friends - my heart breaks for you at how unfair losing her is.

Telise was always full of light, laughter and brought warmth to the group, she will be dearly missed. Kia kaha and my sincere condolences to the family

Telise was one of the nicest young ladies I’ve had the pleasure of knowing. In her capacity as my lawyer,she represented me so very well and was so kind to me during my hard times.She sent me photos of her wedding day where she looked so beautiful and happy. My heart goes out to her beloved Tim, to Sebastian and to all her family. A tragic loss of such a talented, kind and compassionate young lady. Deepest sympathy, Liz Selak

8 years ago I had the privilege of meeting Telise Kelly through her mahi in the chambers of Ross Knight. She was a radiant force for the good and the true. Our last kōrero was on the PRA and tikanga in the sunshine on Shortland Street. That final cherished memory of Telise's grace, smile and wit I carry in my heart. May perpetual light shine upon her soul. Me tangi, kāpā ko te mate i te marama. Ka aroha ki te whānau.

Dear Tim & Sebastian Jo. I am so terribly sorry for the loss of your beautiful wife. I know we are far away and hardly get to speak but please know we are thinking of you both and her family and sending our prayers and love to you all during this time.

One of the biggest privileges of my job is that you get to meet some amazing students. No-one who came across Telise could ever forget her - quick, smart, funny, bubbly, kind, determined, feisty, and above all incredibly principled and just. She was just hitting maximum stride, and you knew she was going to make a huge mark on the future legal landscape in Aotearoa. I'm absolutely devastated for her, Tim, their lovely boy, and their families. The random roulette of this universe can be incredibly cruel and unfair. Take all the care you can out there, and hug your loved ones tightly. We are guaranteed nothing. Although you have been untimely snatched from us, Telise, you are never gone, nor forgotten. E kore au e ngaro, he kākano i ruia mai i rangiātea.