YOUR DEFENCE LAWYERS
Our Services
CJ Legal is a specialist criminal and traffic defence law firm providing expert representation to clients in Auckland and across New Zealand. Led by Eric Chen, whose background as a former police officer and prosecutor provides a unique 360-degree understanding of the justice system, we are dedicated to fighting for your rights and achieving the best possible outcome. We understand the stress of facing a charge and offer accessible, compassionate, and robust legal advocacy.
Below are our key areas of practice. We handle each case with a personalised, hands-on approach, ensuring your defence is our priority.
Drink Driving Offences
Expert defence for drink driving (EBA) charges in Auckland. Leveraging former police and prosecution experience, we anticipate police tactics to protect your rights and your licence. We explore every legal option to help you avoid conviction, minimise disqualification periods, and reduce sentences.
Discharge without conviction
Protect your future by avoiding a criminal record. We specialise in applications for a Discharge Without Conviction under Section 106. Our goal is to prevent lasting consequences on your travel and employment by presenting a compelling case to the court, even if a guilty plea has been entered.
Other Charges
Comprehensive criminal and traffic defence services for a wide array of charges. This includes careless, dangerous, or reckless driving, speeding, driving while disqualified, financial crimes, and drug offences. We provide expert representation for matters under any criminal legislation in New Zealand.
Family Violence & Assault Offences
Robust and compassionate defence for individuals facing assault and family violence charges. We are experienced in complex cases involving provocation, self-defence, or where the alleged incident did not occur. Our primary aim is to achieve the best possible outcome, such as a discharge without conviction, to protect your record.
What Our Clients Say
Hamish
"I had the pleasure of working with Eric on a drink driving case, where he utilized his extensive skill set as both a lawyer and a former police officer to identify errors in the way the police handled the arrest. As a result, the case was dismissed due to lack of evidence. This outcome exceeded my expectations, and Eric truly impressed me. I would recommend anyone to work with Eric, as he is not only excellent at his job but also cost-effective."