We will fight relentlessly, each step carefully crafted to improve your situation.
Bloem Law is Auckland’s specialist criminal law firm.

Our team specialises only in criminal law. This means you get lawyers that are experts in their field and can offer you the best advice in the most efficient manner.  We are a cutting edge firm that prides itself on being the best for you.

"We are fearless in our advocacy for our clients".
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How we can help you
We aim to get you the best possible result including staying out of prison. We can help you from the start - from when a police investigation has started or when a charge is laid against you - to all the steps along the way, including bail, defending charges in a trial or getting the best sentencing outcome.

We take on all cases big and small. No case is unimportant because your life and your future matters.

We believe in the presumption of innocence – this means that you are innocent until proven guilty in a Court of Law. This is an important legal right that we will stand up for on your behalf. You will not be "just another case" but a real person who deserves a real chance.

We can arrange a meeting at any of our Ponsonby, Parnell or North Shore locations.
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We provide representation for:

We deal with the full spectrum of driving related offences; limited licences, not losing your licence, s94 applications and s106 applications - discharge without conviction.
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We have a high success rate in achieving discharges without conviction for our clients. This allows you to have a second chance by not having a conviction entered on your record.
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A sexual allegation is one of most stressful allegations you can face. Sexual trials are complex - you need a lawyer that is highly experienced in dealing with these allegations.
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Charges may include assault on a female/person in a family relationship, breaching protection orders and more.
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Violence charges range from common assault and extend to charges that carry imprisonment such as wounding, manslaughter or murder.
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A conviction for murder or manslaughter is life changing. These cases are highly complex, often have multiple parties involved and generate significant volumes of information. These cases require laser focus and commitment to present the best defence.
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We assist with all types of drug allegations including the possession, supply, importation and the manufacturing of illegal drugs.
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Charges for serious drug operation typically face hefty sentences of imprisonment if convicted. The Police invest a significant amount of time and resources into these cases. Our team will analyse the highly technical, complex and detailed disclosure to provide you with the best advice.
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Any conviction for a dishonesty related offence can have a life long impact on your future. You need the right advice to assess the evidence against you and achieve the best possible outcome.
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In today’s digital era, online scams are incredibly sophisticated. Unfortunately people get caught up in scams, thinking they are dealing with legitimate people. We can help you if you have been caught up in an online relationship scam, also known as a “romance scam” or another transaction where you thought you were dealing with a real person. Unfortunately you can be charged where the Police consider that you have been reckless or in some way involved in the scam.
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We understand that criminal charges often arise in the context of trauma and addiction problems. We are "trauma informed" - that means we are well trained in navigating complex histories and family situations.  We understand that this can be a critical part of the Court process in achieving the right solution.
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Publication of your name or your family’s name can be devastating, particularly in the age of social media where information spreads rapidly.
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Being in Police or Corrections custody can be daunting. We will undertake a bail application and ensure the best proposal is put forward to achieve this.
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Appeals require expert skills in assessing the decision of the Court. We can advise you on whether you are able to appeal a decision of the Court and the likelihood of success.
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Why choose Bloem Law
Results
You are important to us. Our careful and thorough approach will aim to get you the best possible result, including staying out of prison. We thrive on our high success rate. 
Experience
Led by Anoushka Bloem, Bloem Law is the specialist criminal defence practice in Auckland. Anoushka is a senior criminal lawyer with an established reputation of excellence and integrity, spanning over two decades. Her team of criminal defence lawyers are all motivated to achieve successful outcomes for their clients. 
Collaboration
We work as a team which means our ideas are thoughtfully considered and refined to the highest standard. We also use top experts in New Zealand and overseas to ensure that you have a first class defence. From private investigators and psychiatrists to forensic DNA and digital experts, we use our network to ensure that your case is best presented in Court.
Compassion
Bloem Law will take care of you. You will have a dedicated, passionate and tenacious advocate who will stand up for you, a lawyer who will treat you like a real person and communicate with you through each stage of the process. We care about your future and will work to achieve the best outcome.
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Testimonials
If you are looking for professional representation, responsiveness and exceptionally knowledgeable lawyers that specialise only in criminal law than look no further than Bloem Law.

We cannot praise Anoushka Bloem and the entire Bloem Law team enough for their professionalism, transparency, honesty, attention to detail, concern for client and sense of fairness. Not only was Anoushka and her team able to defend our whānau from an unjust accusation, her calm and empathetic demeanour offered emotional succour to our whānau throughout the entire process from the very beginning. You were treated as whānau and not as regular clients or a number.

We are eternally grateful for their service and therefore it is no surprise that we highly endorse Anoushka and the team at Bloem Law. Bloem Law has no equal!
Client charged with historic arson
Auckland High Court
Our 19 year old son was charged in 2020 with raping his ex girlfriend at a party six months prior. We had no idea what we needed to do - like deers in headlights. Once we met with Anoushka and had a chance to put my son's side of the story across we felt relieved. Anoushka believed in our son which was the most important thing to us.

Anoushka and her team worked tirelessly over the next 2 years, with multiple delays in hearings and trial dates due to COVID. She managed to keep our son focused and calm through the trial and the team really looked after us as a family through the trial and whilst waiting for the verdict. The 2 words we had waited 2 years to hear - NOT GUILTY - the relief washed over us all!!!

Anoushka, Katie and the whole team at Bloem Law literally saved our sons life and we will be forever grateful.
19 year old charged with rape
Auckland District Court
I just wanted to formally thank you for your efforts throughout these four years and for your continued support for my appeal. The way you were in court not only impressed me but my whole support crew who were there and my brother in Fiji. I always knew from the first time I met you to discuss my case that you are a very committed person. Over these years my respect for your calibre, your manner, your performance, even during some ridiculously tough and irritating situations throughout this journey has risen to the highest level. My daughter is so impressed by you that she is now definitely choosing a career as a lawyer! It was her first experience ever in a courtroom and what makes it more memorable for her is that it was for her dad.

I don't know whether you realize this, but you have given me (and my daughter) a new lease of life. Our trust in the justice system has been made more concrete. My daughter, my brother and I, and the rest of my support crew thank you, with the highest respect and honour. It has been a pleasure working with you to get justice for me.
Client charged with sexual offending
Manukau District Court
These are the people you want in your corner! Smart, professional, over all the details.
They are passionate about helping their clients in their time of need. Can’t recommend highly enough!
Pyschologist, Motivational Speaker and Author, Dr Paul Wood https://paulwood.com
Auckland High Court (expert in murder trial)
Results Focused
We are proud of our proven track record of success and the excellent outcomes we have achieved for our clients.
Charges
Alleged rape at a North Shore party.
Outcome
Our 18 year old client falsely accused at a party was found not guilty and walked free.
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