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Our Services

Straightforward, experienced legal representation for every stage of a criminal case, from your first police interview through to trial. Browse the areas below to find the right support for your situation.

Criminal cases we defend

Assault & Violence

Strong, non-judgmental defence for assault and violent offending, from a single charge to serious Crimes Act matters.

Drugs Charges

Defending possession, supply, cultivation and importing charges while protecting your rights and your record.

Firearms & Weapons

Defence for firearms and weapons charges, plus support appealing a suspended or revoked licence.

Sexual Offences

Discreet, rigorous defence for historic and contemporary allegations, with support for name suppression.

Domestic Violence

Confidential, non-judgmental defence for domestic and family violence charges and Protection Order matters.

Fraud & Dishonesty

Protecting your reputation and livelihood in fraud, theft and financial crime investigations.

Court proceedings we help with

Bail Applications & Appeals

Fast, strategic advocacy to secure your release and negotiate workable bail conditions, or appeal a refusal.

Discharge without conviction

Helping you avoid a criminal record when a conviction would be out of all proportion to the offending.

Jury Trials

Formidable courtroom advocacy for serious charges heard before a jury in the District or High Court.

Police Station Representation

Urgent, confidential advice before you say a word to police, from your first interview onward.

Recent Cases

A snapshot of outcomes we're proud of, from jury trial acquittals to appeals that changed the result entirely
After serving 27 years for a wrongful conviction, our client was released when the Court of Appeal found a miscarriage of justice.
S S v R, NZCA 498
New Zealand Court of Appeal
Accused of murdering his father, our client was acquitted of both murder and manslaughter at trial.
R v A W, CRI-2024-004946
High Court
Charged with a drug offence and set down for a week-long trial, our client had every charge withdrawn on the morning proceedings were due to begin.
R v LR
Auckland District Court
Secured a Court of Appeal ruling allowing permanent name suppression, protecting our client's identity.
C v R, NZCA 682
New Zealand Court of Appeal
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