MACA Act 2011
Marine and Coastal Area (Takutai Moana) Act services for recognition of Customary Marine Title (CMT) and Protected Customary Rights (PCR) in the coastal marine area.
Funding available through Te Tari Whakatau.
Human Rights
Lawyer
Advocating with courage and care.
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Legal Qualifications
- LLB (Hons) and BA – University of Auckland, 2012
- Professionals Legal Studies Course – College of Law, 2013
- Admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand, 2013
- He Papa Tikanga Level 3 – Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, 2022
- Te Ara Re Māori Level 1 – Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (expected completion 2025)
About Me
I am a human rights barrister employed by Bryce Lyall Barrister. I have over 10 years of experience working primarily in refugee, immigration and Tiriti o Waitangi-related law.
I help tangata whenua and migrants navigate difficult legal challenges with practical advice and effective advocacy. My approach is solutions-focused and I work toward outcomes that consider the wider realities my clients are facing.
I'm known for being a fearless advocate who prepares thoroughly and speaks up when it counts. Above all, I deeply care about the people I represent.
Why I Do This Work
Because everyone deserves to be treated with dignity.
Because the law should be used to protect, not harm.
Because advocacy, when done with care, can change lives.
Practice Areas
Waitangi Tribunal
Waitangi Tribunal services include advancing claims related to all contemporary Crown breaches of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Funding available through Legal Aid.
Immigration Law
Immigration services include applications for all relationship-based visas, s 61 and special direction requests, and representation before the Immigration and Protection Tribunal for humanitarian, deportation and residence appeals.
Refugee Law
Refugee law services include representation in refugee and protection claims before the Refugee Status Unit and appeals to the Immigration and Protection Tribunal.
Funding available through Legal Aid.
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Ready to discuss your legal needs? As an employed barrister at Bryce Lyall Barrister, I do not accept instructions directly from clients. However, feel free to get in touch with Bryce Lyall and me to see how we can support you with your legal needs.