Max Benter-Lynch

Law Clerk

Max joined Cooper Legal at the start of 2025 after graduating from Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka - University of Otago with a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in finance. While studying, Max published research on the novel defence of climate necessity in the New Zealand Law Students’ Journal, which contributed to the defence of several climate activists in Ōtepoti. Max’s previous experience includes working at Community Law Otago, the University of Otago Sustainability Office and Greenpeace International.

 

Outside of work, Max enjoys getting outdoors and staying active. Whether on foot or on his bike, Max can be found exploring the hills surrounding Pōneke.