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Lawyer struck off after misusing client funds to escape abuse

NZ HeraldRNZOtago Daily TimesTuesday 3 June 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated
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A lawyer has been struck off after taking at least $200,000 from clients. She told a disciplinary tribunal that the funds were partly used to escape an abusive relationship in which she feared for her life.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Tue 3 Jun 2025, 7:00pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 3 hours
  1. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Lawyer struck off after taking $200k of client funds to escape abusive relationship (opens in new tab)

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  2. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

    Lawyer took $200k of clients' money to escape abuse (opens in new tab)