Rachael Adams has over 36 years of experience as a specialised Court lawyer and defence counsel. She studied at the University of Otago and was admitted to the bar in 1984.

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Her wide-ranging knowledge and expertise covers a diverse range of litigation. She has extensive experience in Family Law, including custody and relationship property, representing children and young people as Lawyer for Child and as Youth Advocate, Estate Litigation, and Criminal defence at all levels. She represents clients throughout New Zealand at Courts of every level.

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Rachael is passionate about her profession and her service to her clients.

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After work hours, Rachael can usually still be found in the office with her dogs for company.

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Current Professional Memberships:

• Member of the Family Law Section of the New Zealand Law Society

• Committee Member of the New Zealand Criminal Bar Association

 

Community Activities:

• Honorary Solicitor and Pro Bono Prosecutor for SPCA Tauranga

• Board of Trustees for Hanmer Clinic (BOP)

• Honorary Solicitor for several local theatre companies

• Advisor to School Boards of Trustees

• Faculty member, New Zealand Law Society Litigation Skills Programme since 2004