Lester Cordwell

Criminal Defence Lawyer

Lester is a specialist criminal defence lawyer who focuses on serious jury trials and appeals. He is a formidable and skilful court advocate, tactically astute and is known for his passionate pursuit of justice in the most difficult and weighty of cases.

Lester is a specialist criminal defence lawyer who focuses on serious jury trials and appeals. He is a formidable and skilful court advocate, tactically astute and is known for his passionate pursuit of justice in the most difficult and
weighty of cases.

Contact Lester Cordwell
Criminal Defence Barrister

+64 21 655 062

“ Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere”

Martin Luther King
"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere"

Martin Luther King

Lester Cordwell

With 30 years criminal experience, Lester has a reputation as an outstanding trial lawyer who has represented defendants in 100’s of jury trials and serious appeals throughout New Zealand

He is dedicated to helping alleviate the stress associated with negotiating the criminal justice system. To that end, he always provides clients with clear, sound, and timely advice.

Lester is well known for his thorough preparation and good judgement. He is considered a tenacious and dedicated defence lawyer who is often complimented on his skilful cross-examination and powerful closing addresses.

With 30 years criminal experience, Lester has a reputation as an outstanding trial lawyer who has represented defendants in 100’s
of jury trials and serious appeals throughout New Zealand

He is dedicated to helping alleviate the stress associated with negotiating the criminal justice system. To that end, he always provides clients with clear, sound, and timely advice.

Lester is well known for his thorough preparation and good judgement.
He is considered a tenacious and dedicated defence lawyer who is often complimented on his skilful cross examination and powerful closing addresses.

Notable Criminal Defence Cases

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