Obituaries

Dame Alison: a pioneer for women in law

Last week, a long serving public and international lawyer, Dame Alison Quentin-Baxter, whose legacy has been enshrined in constitutional law in New Zealand and overseas, passed away peacefully at home on 30 September 2023 at the age of 93.

Dr. David Graham McGee, CNZM, LLD, KC

On 27 August 2023, the legal profession lost a highly respected friend, colleague and stalwart who has significantly contributed to New Zealand’s parliamentary practice and law, with the death of David Graham McGee.

Law Society remembers Len Andersen KC

Leonard Andrew Andersen (08 April 1952 – 16 September 2023) There is a sense of shock and sadness amongst the legal community at the sudden death of highly respected friend, colleague and stalwart of the profession, Len Andersen KC.

Rajan Rai

Last week a long serving member, friend and colleague of the Taranaki legal community was farewelled. Rajan has been remembered fondly by those who worked with him across a career as practising lawyer spanning 40 years. Rajan was admitted to the bar in June 1983.