Wellington QC appointed as new Solicitor-General - NZ Herald
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- Anna Adams appointed Solicitor-General of New Zealand and Chief Executive of the Crown Law Office, effective May 11, 2026, for a five-year term. She succeeds Una Jagose KC, who completed 10 years in the role in February 2026. This appointment was announced by the Attorney-General Judith Collins and described as a strong fit given Adams’s 28-year public-law background and leadership in private practice.[1]
- The position of Solicitor-General is the second law officer of state in New Zealand and the chief executive of the Crown Law Office, representing the Attorney-General in court proceedings and guiding Crown prosecutions and legal advice. The office has historically been held by prominent legal figures and acts as the Crown’s lead public-law advocate.[2][4]
Key context
- The Crown Law Office, led by the Solicitor-General, provides legal advice to government departments and represents the Crown in major prosecutions and inquiries. The role combines high-level public-law advisory work with courtroom advocacy.[4]
- Una Jagose KC was the previous Solicitor-General, serving from February 2016 until her tenure ended in February 2026, making way for the new appointee.[4]
For quick background on the role and its history, you can refer to standard summaries of the office and past holders, including Una Jagose and prior holders like Michael Heron KC.[2][4]
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