Mātai Chambers is a leading chambers in criminal litigation. Our barristers combine for extensive experience in jury trial litigation and appellate court advocacy, with specialisation in murder, organised crime (drugs and gangs), serious violence, and sex charges.
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Examine
The meaning of mātai - to inspect, observe, investigate. We look deeper into every case, exploring what others overlook.
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Defend
Like the matai tree standing strong. Fierce advocacy defending your rights and fighting for your freedom.
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Whānau
Mātai means family to us. We support not just you, but your loved ones throughout this journey. You don't face this alone.
The Team
Mātai Chambers comprises senior and junior barristers dedicated to criminal defence excellence. Our practice focuses on complex jury trials and appellate advocacy in New Zealand's most serious criminal matters. We appear regularly in the District Court, High Court and Court of Appeal, providing strategic, vigorous defence representation.