Lorraine specialises in Criminal Law, including: murder and manslaughter; all child abuse and neglect cases; Class A, B and C drug prosecutions; Sexual allegations (present and historic), fraud; serious violence e.g. assaults causing grievous bodily harm; aggravated robbery; kidnapping; arson; money laundering; participation in an organised criminal group; perverting the course of justice; blackmail; burglary; and other serious crime.

Lorraine successfully obtains bail for clients, including electronically monitored bail. She appeals District Court decisions refusing bail for serious matters with bail then been granted in the High Court.

Lorraine deals with appeals which are heard either in the High Court, or the Court of Appeal or with leave, to the Supreme Court. She has successfully appealed convictions and has obtained reduced sentences.

For 30 years, Lorraine has successfully represented clients at their Parole Board Hearings.

As a top criminal lawyer, Lorraine represent clients in both District Court and High Court jury trials involving charges of a serious nature. She has successfully represented many clients, including some very high-profile cases, for almost 30 years. For more information please see case successes.

Lorraine is a leading criminal defence lawyer that has successfully represented clients who have had drug charges brought against them. She is able to represent clients facing drug charges, no matter how serious.