
Philip Ross
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Philip Ross is a defense attorney known for representing clients in various criminal cases. In a recent high-profile case, he served as counsel for Terina Pineaha, who was sentenced for the manslaughter of 11-year-old Emma-Jane Kupa. Ross argued for a lesser starting point for Pineaha's sentence, emphasizing her personal circumstances and history, which included challenges related to addiction and a troubled childhood. His legal strategies often involve mitigating factors in sentencing, and he has been involved in discussions around the complexities of justice in cases involving serious offenses.
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Pineaha’s counsel, Philip Ross, argued for a starting point of six years plus an uplift for several offences.
Family of Emma-Jane Kupa, 11, killed by intoxicated, angry driver, Terina Pineaha, launches petition seeking longer sentenceThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2025-07-21




