An advocate for all
Your first line of defence
Claire is a barrister who represents clients facing criminal charges. She is a thorough and effective advocate who is experienced in all phases of a criminal proceeding, from defending charges at trial to arguing appeals, sentencing and pre-trial issues.
Claire is a longstanding member of the respected Sentinel Chambers which is comprised of a number of criminal barristers. She practises throughout the Auckland Courts where she is well-known for providing clients with a robust and capable defence.
Criminal law has been a passion for Claire since she left law school. You can be confident that she will devote the time and energy necessary to achieve the best outcome for your case. She is available to take instructions privately or on Legal Aid.
Contact Claire to talk about your case today.
“We would like to thank you for representing our son, the past year has been quite stressful and emotional. Your professionalism and dedication have been nothing but amazing! Our family will never forget how much you have helped [client’s] situation and the outcome achieved.”
— [S & B] after Claire assisted their son to obtain a successful discharge without conviction on violence charges
“Claire did an amazing job with the result of saving my beloved pet. We were blown away by her top-level performance and total professionalism.”
— [K], whose dog was not ordered for destruction after causing a person serious injury
“The process was stressful and difficult, however I had a lawyer who was always honest with me. She made sure I was prepared for the worst outcome and I was ready to accept the result. However, thanks to Claire, I can follow my dreams and passions without worrying about the case. She is confident, honest and trustworthy. You can rely on her 100%”