The podcast by criminal lawyers on justice, crime – and the legal line

Esteemed criminal lawyers Annabel Cresswell and Sumudu Thode present “That’s Just Criminal” which delves into the fascinating world of criminal law.

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In this episode of 'That's Just Criminal,' hosts Annabel Cresswell and Sumudu Thode, along with guest Wayne McKean discuss how they navigate the decision-making process of clients’ giving evidence at Trial. This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the strategies, risks, and real-world experiences that shape a defence lawyer's approach in the courtroom.

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About Wayne McKean:

Wayne is a highly accomplished client advocate, with almost 30 years of experience in the criminal law. He has worked for the Crown in Auckland, England and Wales and has been at the defence Bar for over 20 years. He leads a law firm in Whangarei as one of its Managing Directors and heads the firm's criminal litigation team.

Wayne has a well-deserved reputation as an excellent criminal lawyer, advocating for both private crime and legal aid clients, leading cases in the District Court, High Court and Court of Appeal.

Website: https://wrmk.co.nz/

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Nothing in this podcast is to be taken as legal advice.

This rare interview with Rishi Nathwani SC delves into the case of Lawyers X / Nicola Gobbo, the Victorian Barrister turned police informant and the fallout of her actions, the actions of the Police, and the resulting Royal Commission of Enquiry.

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About Rishi Nathwani

Rishi was appointed silk in 2023, after 5 years at the Victorian Bar. He was called to the Bar of England and Wales in 2006 and has been in practice ever since.

Since 2011, Rishi has been recognised in the criminal directories in either the Australia and/or the UK as leading counsel. In 2023, he was recognised as Preeminent Junior Counsel for Victoria and Leading Junior Counsel for Australia in Doyles Guides of 2023. Although only in silk since October 2023, he is currently recognised as a leading silk for Victoria in the current 2024 Doyles Guide for Victoria.

Rishi is an experienced barrister from London who practised at the Bar of England & Wales for over 11 years (2006 – 2017) prior to arriving in Victoria.

Rishi’s busy practice has involved serious criminal offending, regulatory offences & proceeds of crime/confiscation. Rishi’s regular diet of work relates to the most serious and high profile matters. These include allegations of murder, terrorism, organised crime offences, significant drug importations, historic child sexual abuse of children. Furthermore, Rishi is routinely instructed in white collar crime matters and associated regulatory matters. He is instructed to advise NHW individuals prior to potential charges and if charged, instructed to represent them.

Rishi regularly advises and appears in the appellate jurisdiction.

Rishi also appears in Coronial Inquests and Public Inquiries. These including acting for Lawyer X (Nicola Gobbo) at the Royal Commission and the Aunty Donna Nelson at the Inquest into the death of her daughter, Veronica Nelson.

He has also assisted the Department of Justice in introducing and training intermediaries to the Criminal Justice System.

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In this episode of 'That's Just Criminal,' hosts Annabel Cresswell and Sumudu Thode welcome Andrew Hill, a seasoned lawyer and a member of the Criminal Bar Association New Zealand. The discussion centers on the critical decision of electing a trial by a judge or jury for cases with potential sentences exceeding two years. The conversation covers factors influencing this decision, such as the nature of charges, client biases, and the potential influence of media and societal movements.

About Andrew Hill:

Andrew is an experienced courtroom advocate who specialises in all forms of criminal and regulatory law.

Andrew graduated with degrees in Law and Science from the University of Otago in 2004. After working as a crown prosecutor in Gisborne he worked in London for the Bar Council of England and Wales. This work primarily involved prosecuting barristers for professional misconduct.

He has also worked as a crown prosecutor for the Rotorua Crown. During this time he personally prosecuted over 90 criminal trials in the District and High Courts. Andrew also regularly appeared on prosecutions brought by the Civil Aviation Authority.

Andrew has a specialist expertise in aviation related prosecutions and has appeared for the CAA on numerous matters up and down the country.

After taking a career break in 2019 to travel with his family Andrew now offers criminal defence and regulatory services based in Rotorua.

Link: https://www.hilllaw.co.nz/

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are our own views and views of our guests.

Nothing in this podcast is to be taken as legal advice.

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