Lawyers and Conveyancers Disciplinary Tribunal

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October 2026

• 1 OctLawyer censured for faking obituary to justify bereavement leave

December 2025

• 16 Dec 2025James Gardner-Hopkins allowed to return to legal practice
• 4 Dec 2025Law firm boss suspended for watching pornography at work

July 2025

• 29 Jul 2025Former lawyer Patrick Mulligan named after 15-month suspension
• 10 Jul 2025Senior lawyer suspended for 15 months following Christmas party misconduct

May 2025

• 20 May 2025Wellington lawyer suspended for two years after office theft

March 2025

• 28 Mar 2025Law firm partner found guilty of misconduct following Christmas parties
• 19 Mar 2025Former lawyer seeks practising certificate after three year suspension