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Legal aid cut a miscarriage of justice (Marlborough Express)

June 3, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

The cutting of legal aid funds in the Budget has been criticised by a Blenheim lawyer, who says access to a competent defence is a vital part of New Zealand’s democratic constitution.

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Legal aid cut a miscarriage of justice (Marlborough Express)

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Legal Fees on the Rise (Scoop.co.nz)

June 3, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

It may be surprising in a recession, but legal fees may be on the rise according to recently released figures.

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Legal Fees on the Rise (Scoop.co.nz)

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Stadium legal battle begins (Otago Daily Times)

June 3, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

Queenstown man Basil Walker’s legal challenge to the Otago Regional Council’s funding for the Forsyth Barr Stadium began in the High Court in Dunedin this morning.

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Stadium legal battle begins (Otago Daily Times)