Philip Hamlin
Philip Hamlin is a defense lawyer representing Matthew Lemalu, who admitted to manslaughter in the case involving the shooting of gang member Anthony Rangi. Hamlin's legal expertise is focused on navigating the complexities of serious criminal charges in New Zealand.
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Philip Hamlin represented the elder Fritz and emphasized that they had not made any profit from the money laundering scheme.
Auckland Hells Angels meth import: Businessmen Michael and Marciano Fritz, Wesley Whaits sentenced
New Zealand· 2026-07-05
Philip Hamlin gave a closing address on behalf of Liu's parents, arguing that their intentions were not negative.
Auckland cult leader Kaixiao Liu guilty of manslaughter alongside wifeNew Zealand· 2026-06-29
Lawyer Philip Hamlin was allowed by the defendants to cross-examine the expert witness.
Pathologist weighs in at Auckland body-in-bag, manslaughter trial of Kaixiao Liu and familyNew Zealand· 2026-06-02
Philip Hamlin is one of the defence lawyers for Adrian Pani.
Adrian Pani named as Auckland Transport passenger accused of murdering Sefo Leger in Glen InnesNew Zealand· 2026-02-24
Philip Hamlin described his client as a first-time offender who 'quite clearly lost control'.
Court grants suppression to company director caught at Auckland Airport with child sexual exploitation filesNew Zealand· 2026-01-24
Abera’s lawyer Philip Hamlin said Abera had engaged in the restorative justice process with McEwen’s family.
Auckland taxi driver Kiflay Abera, whose driving killed a pedestrian, has disqualification period reduced by High CourtNew Zealand· 2025-08-25
Defence lawyer Philip Hamlin gave no indication as to what type of sentence he will be seeking.
Onehunga shooting: Matthew Lemalu admits manslaughter of gang member Anthony RangiNew Zealand· 2025-07-30
