Steven Mutch

I am the Principal Barrister of MutchLaw Ltd, operating within the criminal defence law jurisdiction, predominantly in Auckland but also throughout NZ. I value clear and concise communication with clients to ensure that they understand all court proceedings. I hold a Master of Laws (LLM) and a Bachelor of Business degree (majoring in Finance). I was previously employed within the NZ Defence Force as a Communications Systems Operator. This allowed me to provide a supporting role with the NZ Special Air Service (SAS) on deployments, where I gained invaluable theoretical and practical skills. I have also spent time on duty in Afghanistan in 2008 before returning to New Zealand to pursue my long-time passion for criminal law. Everybody deserves someone who can help them navigate the legal system, no matter their circumstances. I am proud to represent all my clients to the best of my ability.

Courtney Fruean

Courtney is an incredibly dedicated and empathetic lawyer who is passionate about ensuring each client gets the best possible outcome, regardless of their background and circumstances. Courtney holds a Master of Laws (LLM) and a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) – majoring in Psychology and Sociology. She has experience in both defence and prosecution work, having previously undertaken work experience at the Auckland Police Prosecution Service. She also previously worked at an Australian criminal law firm, where she gained exposure to the criminal justice system. This has better equipped Courtney to help clients through every stage of the criminal process.