The Public Defence Service (PDS) is an independent criminal law practice that offers exceptional service to clients in New Zealand. As the largest criminal law practice in the country, PDS consists of over 150 experienced criminal defence lawyers spread across 10 offices. Their primary focus is providing advice and representation to defendants with legal aid in criminal cases.

PDS prides itself on acting with integrity, skill, and respect for the client. They also oversee the duty lawyer services in the courts where they operate. The dedicated team at PDS understands the importance of access to justice for all, and they work tirelessly to provide high-quality criminal legal aid services to those who would otherwise not have access to them.

Office hours are from 8.30 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday, and outside of these hours, clients can leave a message, and someone will get back to them as soon as possible. By offering comprehensive support and expert legal representation, the Public Defence Service is committed to ensuring a fair and just society in New Zealand.