Lorraine Smith is a high profile Auckland-based criminal lawyer specialising in murder, manslaughter, sexual allegations, violent assaults, drug charges, fraud, burglary, drink driving and limited licences.

She has over 30 years of experience in criminal law and acts for both legal aid and private clients.

“In all cases I work with my clients to defend their position and get the best results I can. I appeal against convictions and sentencing, can assist with gaining name suppression, help obtain bail, represent clients at Parole Board Hearings, Departmental Prosecutions and Accident Compensation claims and disputes.”

Lorraine has been admitted as a Barrister by the Supreme Court in New Zealand and by the Supreme Courts in both Victoria and Sydney, Australia.