Hon Justice Graham Lang
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The Honourable Graham Lang | |
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| Justice of the High Court of New Zealand | |
| Assumed office August 2005 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Graham Lang |
| Nationality | New Zealander |
| Education | University of Otago (LLB Hons, 1980) |
| Profession | Solicitor, Crown Solicitor, Judge |
| Awards | New Zealand Law Society's Cleary Memorial Prize (1981) |
Early Life and Education
editHon Justice Graham Lang is a distinguished New Zealand judge currently serving at the Auckland High Court. He attended the University of Otago, where he completed his Bachelor of Laws with Honours (First Class) in 1980. His academic excellence was recognized when he was awarded the prestigious Cleary Memorial Prize by the New Zealand Law Society in 1981, an award given to a young lawyer who shows outstanding promise.[1]
Legal Career
editJustice Lang began his legal career as a staff solicitor at Robinson Toomey & Partner[2], a law firm based in Napier, in 1980. His talent and dedication to the profession saw him quickly rise through the ranks, and by 1982, he became a partner at the firm.
In 1987, he moved to Elvidge & Partners[3], continuing his practice in Napier. His legal expertise and reputation earned him the appointment of Crown Solicitor for Napier in 1995, a role he held with distinction until 2002.
Judicial Career
editJustice Lang’s judicial career began in April 2002 when he was appointed a Master (now known as an Associate Judge) of the High Court of New Zealand. Just three years later, in August 2005, he was appointed a full Judge of the High Court. Since his appointment, he has been based at the Auckland High Court, where he continues to serve.
Throughout his judicial career, Justice Lang has contributed significantly to the legal profession in New Zealand, particularly through his work at the High Court level.