Dalton Legal | Criminal Defence Barristers & Court Representation
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Dalton Legal is an Auckland-based law firm specialising in criminal defence, led by Barrister Sole and Principal Lawyer James Dalton. The firm provides dedicated representation across a comprehensive range of criminal matters, from minor traffic offences to serious violent crimes, sexual violence cases, and white-collar fraud.
With extensive experience in both district and high court proceedings, the firm brings particular expertise in criminal law, criminal procedure, and counter-terrorism measures. James Dalton's background includes significant experience as a Senior Solicitor in the Crown Specialist Team, where he conducted numerous jury trials in both the Auckland District Court and Auckland High Court.
The practice demonstrates a strong commitment to criminal defence advocacy, drawing on detailed knowledge of undercover police practices in New Zealand and extensive courtroom experience in cases involving serious assaults, kidnapping, organised crime, and complex criminal matters.
- Auckland High Court
- Criminal General
Location:
Shortland Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
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