Tim Braithwaite
Tim Braithwaite is a defense lawyer known for representing clients in various criminal cases. In a recent high-profile case, he defended a Rotorua businessman convicted of rape, arguing for a reduced sentencing based on the man's good character and acknowledgment of his alcohol issues. Braithwaite's legal strategy included emphasizing the absence of previous convictions related to violent offending, though the Crown opposed his arguments.
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Tim Braithwaite represented William Tidd and discussed his client's remorse and addiction issues.
Mystery arson case: Rotorua burglar and methamphetamine addict William Tidd jailed
New Zealand· 2025-08-22
Tim Braithwaite is the lawyer who appealed Daniel Rikiti's sentence.
Rotorua pedestrian death: Why driver Daniel Rikiti didn’t see Richard Martin crossing the roadNew Zealand· 2025-08-20
He is the leader of the Cappella Pratensis ensemble.
Notni zapis je naše okno v preteklost
Slovenia· 2025-08-19
Donaldson’s lawyer, Tim Braithwaite, said his client would apply for a discharge without conviction.
Rhythm and Vines road trip: Jasmine Donaldson guilty after crash kills Jade RichardsNew Zealand· 2025-08-08
Tim Braithwaite defended Nathan Simon, arguing that his breaches of bail were minor.
Rotorua roundabout gang clash: Mongrel Mob members get home detentionNew Zealand· 2025-07-08
His lawyer, Tim Braithwaite, has successfully argued on appeal that the letter could have changed the excessive sentence given.
Rotorua man Daniel Rikiti’s jail sentence quashed due to unsent letterNew Zealand· 2025-05-21
The man’s lawyer, Tim Braithwaite, said the prison starting point should be six years.
Rotorua businessman jailed for rape granted permanent name suppressionNew Zealand· 2025-03-28