James Prendergast
James Prendergast was the Chief Justice of New Zealand from 1875 to 1899, known for his controversial ruling in the case of Wi Parata v Bishop, where he deemed the Treaty of Waitangi a 'simple nullity.' His decisions significantly influenced New Zealand's legal landscape regarding Māori land rights and the interpretation of the Treaty.
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In his ruling, Chief Justice James Prendergast called the Treaty of Waitangi 'a simple nullity'.
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