Wiremu Rhodes

Wiremu Rhodes is a criminal defence barrister practising from Mātai Chambers in Auckland. Wiremu works with Quentin Duff, assisting with his criminal practice in the District Court and High Court. He holds legal aid approval at PAL 3, appearing on serious matters carrying maximum penalties of up to 20 years' imprisonment.

Background and Credentials

Wiremu holds a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Waikato and was admitted to the bar in 2021. Since admission, he has worked closely with Quentin Duff across a broad range of indictable matters, developing a practice focused on serious criminal litigation. Wiremu is a strong advocate and a leader within chambers.

Experience

Wiremu has extensive trial experience across serious criminal matters in the District Court and High Court. He has appeared as junior and co counsel in jury trials and contested hearings, building depth in advocacy, witness examination, and the practical management of complex defence files. Wiremu is now establishing his independent practice and will shortly transition to operating as a barrister sole, while continuing to practise from Mātai Chambers.

Instructions

Wiremu accepts both private instructions and legal aid assignments at PAL 3 level. He is available for criminal matters in the District Court and High Court. Instructing solicitors are welcome to contact chambers directly.