When everything is on the line, who stands beside you matters.
Luke Ameye acts for people charged with criminal offences throughout Auckland and across New Zealand - from first appearance to jury trial and the Court of Appeal. A defence built around your side of the story.
What you're facing, Luke has defended.
Whatever the case, the first step remains the same: understand what you're facing, what your choices are, and how to go about confronting the difficult steps ahead.
Chambers — Level 1, 118 Queen Street, Auckland
It is important that you have the chance to be heard.
A criminal charge is one of the most stressful things a person can face - and the hardest part is often making the first call. In chambers on Queen Street, or by phone if that's easier, you'll talk directly with Luke: the charge, the evidence, and your realistic options, explained plainly.
No intake staff, and nothing decided until you understand exactly where you stand.
How it works
Talk to Luke
Call or send a confidential enquiry. You'll talk through the charge, your situation and what happens next - without obligation.
Build the defence
Luke obtains the police disclosure, advises on your realistic options, and prepares a strategy tailored to your case.
Represent you
From first appearance to trial or sentencing, you have an experienced advocate standing beside you at every step.
Committed defence at every level
You want someone who will tell you straight where you stand, prepare meticulously, and fight hard when it counts.
Luke has practised exclusively in criminal defence since becoming a lawyer - from driving matters to homicides - and appears in Courts from the Court of Appeal to the Registrar's List. He is approved at Provider Level 3 for matters carrying up to 20 years' imprisonment, and works closely with many of New Zealand's leading senior lawyers.
Know your rights
Plain-English guides to the situations people ask about most.
Charged with an offence? Speak to Luke Ameye, Barrister today.
Early advice protects your rights. Confidential, no-obligation initial discussion.