Jim Farmer
New ZealandlawyerMale8.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Jim Farmer is a distinguished King's Counsel in New Zealand, known for his expertise in legal matters and advocacy in significant cases. Recently, he gained attention for his involvement in defending National MP Andrew Bayly, asserting that the process leading to Bayly's resignation was unfair and lacked proper investigation. Farmer's legal career has been marked by his commitment to justice and due process, and he has been vocal about ensuring that individuals have the right to a fair hearing.
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Jim Farmer has been made a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for his contributions as a commercial barrister.
King’s Birthday Honours 2026: Barfoot and Thompson boss Peter Thompson made a Companion of NZ Order of Merit (CNZM)New Zealand· 2026-06-01
Bayly, according to a letter written by his King’s Counsel Jim Farmer, was told during that conversation the allegations against him were very serious.
National MP Andrew Bayly said he would not have offered his resignationNew Zealand· 2025-10-30
