About
Rupert Ward is a practicing Barrister working primarily in the areas of Immigration, Criminal, Employment law and Civil Litigation.
Rupert’s area of practice rest heavily in areas where his assistance can make a difference for individuals. Rupert has always taken a particular interest in the protection of client rights and it has governed his entire career. With well over 20 years involvement in New Zealand immigration he has seen many changes come and go. Rupert is authorised by the New Zealand Law Society to take instructions direct from clients where appropriate.
Areas of legal practice
- New Zealand Immigration
- Criminal defence
- Employment
- Insurance (including earthquake claims)
- Traffic
- Civil matters
- Relationship Property
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Laws at Canterbury University in 1987
- BA (Honours) in Diplomacy and International Relations at Canterbury University (2003)
- Barrister and Solicitor of High court of New Zealand 1988 to present (practising as a Barrister Sole from 2003)
- Barrister (non practicing) Supreme Court of Queensland 2001 – present
- Member Criminal Bar Association
- Approved by Ministry of Justice as Legal aid provider Criminal law, Civil Litigation(including Employment and some Immigration related matters) and Mental Health