PRACTICE AREAS | Omega Chambers

CRIMINAL LAW

We specialise in representing people who are charged with criminal offences. We regularly successfully defend individuals charged with a range of offences, from minor to extremely serious matters.

HOMICIDE

At Omega Chambers, we have extensive experience defending individuals charged with homicide. Our team is skilled in handling complex and serious criminal cases, including those involving high-stakes trials.

We approach each homicide case with a tailored strategy, drawing on our deep understanding of criminal law to ensure the best possible defence for our clients. Whether dealing with the nuances of the law or the specific challenges of a high-profile case, we are committed to protecting our clients' rights and achieving the best outcomes in the most difficult of circumstances.

SEX CHARGES

Being convicted of a sex crime will follow you, in various ways, for the rest of your life. That is why, if you find yourself facing a charge on a sex-related crime, you must secure the best help as quickly as possible to protect your liberty, your livelihood, and your relationships.

DRUG CHARGES

Omega Chambers has worked on many high-profile drug related cases and trials. These include complex, large police / customs operations that involve a large number of people.

ASSAULT CHARGES

Our barristers at Omega Chambers are experienced in representing clients with offences involving violence; these range from murder, kidnapping, aggravated robbery, assaults (including GBH) through to minor offences such common assault and property offences.

PROPERTY / FRAUD

Property and fraud charges range from theft, burglary (also see Criminal Law) to fraudulent use of documents, benefit fraud and charges involving directors of companies and proceeds of crime and forfeiture. The Courts in New Zealand take these types of offences very seriously.

DOG CONTROL

Dog control issues can escalate quickly - from infringement notices and classification orders to dog impoundment and even destruction proceedings. The Principal Barrister at Omega Chambers, Baden Meyer, is one of New Zealand’s most experienced dog control lawyers. We provide urgent, strategic advice under the Dog Control Act 1996, with a focus on practical outcomes and keeping your dog safe wherever possible.

PAROLE & SENTENCE BREACHES

We have successfully helped many clients to be granted parole well before their end date; we have also had success at having parole considered earlier than a statutory release date (under section 26 of the Parole Act 2002).

TRAFFIC LAW

Our barristers are experienced in defending New Zealand traffic law cases brought under the Land Transport Act 1998 with a particularly focus on drink driving offences.