Author: Melissa Johnston
Melissa has worked for both employers and employees on a range of employment issues including contentious and non-contentious matters. She advises employers on significant restructures, redundancies, personal grievances, mediations, employment documentation, employee entitlements and undertake and advise on employment investigations and advises employees on matters including: disciplinary and performance issues; redundancies; personal grievances and employment documentation. Melissa studied at Victoria University in Wellington. Starting work in Wellington, she worked on a range of matters including family, criminal and employment matters. She then spent nine years in London working as a Senior Associate in a leading law firm and returned to New Zealand in 2014 and worked for a global law firm before joining McVeagh Fleming in 2020. Melissa’s main practice areas are employment matters including: restructures; redundancies; personal grievances; employment investigations including allegations of bullying and harassment; employment agreements and other documentation; holiday pay and bonuses; representing clients at mediations and the Employment Relations’ Authority.
08 July 2022
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Accredited Employer Work Visa – the new visa and what you need to know
Melissa Johnston and Ramya Sathiyanathan shares their insights regarding the significant changes to the immigration sector in New Zealand.
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16 October 2025
Decision making in immigration cases - the scope of legal discretion
Legal discretion in New Zealand immigration cases operates within a carefully constructed statutory framework, primarily established by the Immigration Act 2009, which grants immigration officials and the Minister varying degrees of discretionary power.…
09 September 2025
Money laundering through property: Dr Giulia Dondoli answers lawyers’ pressing compliance questions
Discover key insights on money laundering risks in real estate and compliance strategies for law firms, shared by Dr. Giulia Dondoli, a certified AML specialist.…
12 August 2025
Subdivision in 2025: What’s Changing
Discover the evolving landscape of subdivision and land development in 2025 with insights from expert Phil Comer on upcoming changes, challenges, and opportunities.…
28 July 2025
Defending justice: Marie Taylor-Cyphers on sentencing reform and plea strategy
Marie Taylor-Cyphers discusses New Zealand's sentencing reforms, plea strategies, and their impact on serious crimes, young offenders, and white-collar offenses.…
24 July 2025
Q&A with Dr Juliet Chevalier-Watts
Dr. Juliet Chevalier-Watts discusses challenges, reforms, and governance in the charities and not-for-profit sector, highlighting legal implications and the future of charitable taxation.…
18 June 2025
Determining whether a worker is an employee – an overlapping jurisdiction?
Exploring the complexities of determining worker status and jurisdictional authority in employment law, with insights from a recent Court of Appeal decision involving MBIE and Hairland Holdings Limited.…
16 May 2025
Withholding payment to an Employee can now be a Criminal Offence
Employers now face criminal penalties for intentionally withholding employee payments, with severe consequences based on the amount unpaid. Learn about the legal implications and necessary precautions.…
07 May 2025
Public interest criterion in deportation appeals
Guidance on New Zealand's public interest test in deportation appeals, emphasizing the Tribunal's two-stage process and key factors influencing decisions.…
28 April 2025
Helping Taxpayers Avoid Debt: Inland Revenue’s Pilot Program
Inland Revenue’s pilot with Baycorp helps 3,000 New Zealand taxpayers manage small tax debts, preventing financial hardship and avoiding penalties through early intervention.…
16 April 2025
Easter Break: Flexible CPD Options for New Zealand Lawyers
Explore the benefits of on demand and interactive CPD programs for New Zealand lawyers during the Easter long weekend, focusing on the convenience and flexibility these options offer.…
31 January 2025
Privacy Law Q&A Featuring Ashleigh Ooi
Sit down with Legalwise as we hear from Ashleigh Ooi on the implications of recent Privacy Law updates and what they mean for practitioners, consumers and society more broadly.…
31 January 2025
Cyber Security Q&A with Campbell Mckenzie
Sit down with Legalwise as we hear from Campbell Mckenzie, Director at Incident Response Solutions Limited, as he discusses cyber security concerns in a legal context.…
19 September 2024
Is working from home still working?
Jodi Sharman and Bridget Perkins explores the evolving landscape of remote working after Covid-19, its benefits and challenges and its legal implications.…
10 September 2024
Application of Evidence Rules in Resident Visa Applications: A Practical Guide to the Two-Way Method
Join Yun Jessica Meng as she shares an effective two-way method when representing clients for resident visas. …
23 April 2024
What's on the cards for employment law in 2024?
Bridget Perkins and Jim Roberts, experts in employment law at Hesketh Henry provide insights on the two big shakeups in NZ's employment law.…
22 September 2023
Women in Law Series, Part 1: President of Women Lawyers Association of NSW: 2023 Awards, & More!
Ahead of the 2023 Women Lawyers Association of NSW (WLANSW) Achievement Awards, Legalwise Seminars caught up with the WLANSWs current President, Justi…
22 September 2023
Women in Law Series, Part 2: Q&A with Tanja Djokic of TD Migration Consulting
Tanja Djokic, Director and Principal Solicitor at TD Migration Consulting, joined Legalwise Seminars for the second installment of our women in law se…
22 September 2023
A Growth Mindset: Top 13 mistakes in upscaling a professional services firm
The legal profession in Australia has witnessed a surge in micro-firms and sole practitioners. Recent data reveals 84% of law firms are now solo opera…
22 September 2023
Women in Law Series, Part 3: Q&A with Alison Battisson of Human Rights 4 All
Alison Battisson, Director Principal at Human Rights 4 All, joined Natalie from Legalwise Seminars for the third installment of our Women in Law serie…
22 September 2023
Women in Law Series, Part 1: President of Women Lawyers Association of NSW: 2023 Awards, & More!
Ahead of the 2023 Women Lawyers Association of NSW (WLANSW) Achievement Awards, Legalwise Seminars caught up with the WLANSWs current President, Justi…
22 September 2023
Women in Law Series, Part 2: Q&A with Tanja Djokic of TD Migration Consulting
Tanja Djokic, Director and Principal Solicitor at TD Migration Consulting, joined Legalwise Seminars for the second installment of our women in law se…
22 September 2023
A Growth Mindset: Top 13 mistakes in upscaling a professional services firm
The legal profession in Australia has witnessed a surge in micro-firms and sole practitioners. Recent data reveals 84% of law firms are now solo opera…
22 September 2023
Women in Law Series, Part 3: Q&A with Alison Battisson of Human Rights 4 All
Alison Battisson, Director Principal at Human Rights 4 All, joined Natalie from Legalwise Seminars for the third installment of our Women in Law serie…
21 September 2023
Crisis counsel the role of lawyers and communicators
Craig Badings, Partner at SenateSHJ, joins to share his insight on the critical interplay between lawyers and communicators in managing crises effecti…
21 September 2023
Crisis counsel the role of lawyers and communicators
Craig Badings, Partner at SenateSHJ, joins to share his insight on the critical interplay between lawyers and communicators in managing crises effecti…
01 September 2023
Mainzeal Supreme Court Judgement - Q & A with Philip Shackleton
Ahead of the Mainzeal Supreme Court Judgment: What you Need to Know webinar next week, Philip Shackleton, Partner at MC,joined us for an exclusive Q&a…
01 September 2023
Managing Subdivision Disputes with Catherine Green
Ahead of the Subdivisions: Developments and Potential Pitfalls webinar next week, Catherine Green,Director at The ADR Centre, shares her insights into…
01 September 2023
Mainzeal Supreme Court Judgement - Q & A with Philip Shackleton
Ahead of the Mainzeal Supreme Court Judgment: What you Need to Know webinar next week, Philip Shackleton, Partner at MC,joined us for an exclusive Q&a…
01 September 2023
Managing Subdivision Disputes with Catherine Green
Ahead of the Subdivisions: Developments and Potential Pitfalls webinar next week, Catherine Green,Director at The ADR Centre, shares her insights into…
25 August 2023
Employee or Volunteer; Employee or Contractor – a binary question?
John Farrow, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, shares his insights on the intricate complexities surrounding employee classification, as highlighted by the G…
25 August 2023
Employee or Volunteer; Employee or Contractor – a binary question?
John Farrow, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, shares his insights on the intricate complexities surrounding employee classification, as highlighted by the G…
11 August 2023
Subdivision Disputes - Q & A with Catherine Green
Ahead of the Subdivisions: Developments and Potential Pitfalls webinar next month, Catherine Green,Director at The ADR Centre joined us for an exclusi…
11 August 2023
Subdivision Disputes - Q & A with Catherine Green
Ahead of the Subdivisions: Developments and Potential Pitfalls webinar next month, Catherine Green,Director at The ADR Centre joined us for an exclusi…
02 August 2023
Construction Contracts (Retention Money) Amendment Act 2023 (Revised Retentions Regime) – comes into force on 5 October 2023
Christine Gordon, Senior Associate at Simpson Grierson, share her insights about the changes to the Retentions regime that apply from 5 October 2023.…
02 August 2023
Construction Contracts (Retention Money) Amendment Act 2023 (Revised Retentions Regime) – comes into force on 5 October 2023
Christine Gordon, Senior Associate at Simpson Grierson, share her insights about the changes to the Retentions regime that apply from 5 October 2023.…
31 July 2023
If you want to grow your practice, you’ll need a clear plan
Ben Paul,CEO of The BD Ladder joins us to share his insights on navigating the legal complexities of today's competitive landscape and highlights busi…
31 July 2023
If you want to grow your practice, you’ll need a clear plan
Ben Paul,CEO of The BD Ladder joins us to share his insights on navigating the legal complexities of today's competitive landscape and highlights busi…
16 June 2023
Code of Conduct for State School Board Members
Fi McMillan, Special Counsel, and Kelly Thompson, Solicitor at Anderson Lloyd, share their insights for a comprehensive overview of the legislative ch…
16 June 2023
Code of Conduct for State School Board Members
Fi McMillan, Special Counsel, and Kelly Thompson, Solicitor at Anderson Lloyd, share their insights for a comprehensive overview of the legislative ch…
15 June 2023
What Other Intellectual Property Rights Can You Protect?
Khushbu Sundarji, Partner at Stewart Germann Law Office continues her series on intellectual property protection. This article discusses other ways to…
15 June 2023
What Other Intellectual Property Rights Can You Protect?
Khushbu Sundarji, Partner at Stewart Germann Law Office continues her series on intellectual property protection. This article discusses other ways to…
06 June 2023
Fighting to Enforce your Copyright?
Khushbu Sundarji, Partner at Stewart Germann Law Office continues her series on intellectual property protection. This article discusses the protectio…
06 June 2023
Key Australian taxation changes for New Zealand citizens
Ajay Ravi, Special Counsel at McInnes Wilson Lawyers shares his insight on new/revised measures and interpretations of the law and associated guidance…
06 June 2023
Restraints of trade: spotlight on employment agreements
Mary Breckon, Senior Associate and Melissa Lo, Solicitor at Simpson Grierson, share their insights on restraints of trade, including the key takeaways…
06 June 2023
Fighting to Enforce your Copyright?
Khushbu Sundarji, Partner at Stewart Germann Law Office continues her series on intellectual property protection. This article discusses the protectio…
06 June 2023
Key Australian taxation changes for New Zealand citizens
Ajay Ravi, Special Counsel at McInnes Wilson Lawyers shares his insight on new/revised measures and interpretations of the law and associated guidance…
06 June 2023
Restraints of trade: spotlight on employment agreements
Mary Breckon, Senior Associate and Melissa Lo, Solicitor at Simpson Grierson, share their insights on restraints of trade, including the key takeaways…
23 May 2023
Fighting to Protect your Intellectual Property Rights?
Khushbu Sundarji, Partner at Stewart Germann Law Office share her insight about how fundamental is the protection of the rights to the intellectual pr…
23 May 2023
Fighting to Protect your Intellectual Property Rights?
Khushbu Sundarji, Partner at Stewart Germann Law Office share her insight about how fundamental is the protection of the rights to the intellectual pr…
16 May 2023
Active Investor Plus – full engine rebore fails so far
Marcus Beveridge, Managing Director,and Andrew Nah, Law Clerk, of Queen City Law share their insights on Active Investor Plus. The Active Inves…
16 May 2023
Active Investor Plus – full engine rebore fails so far
Marcus Beveridge, Managing Director,and Andrew Nah, Law Clerk, of Queen City Law share their insights on Active Investor Plus. The Active Inves…
10 May 2023
Cost Escalation Risk in Construction Procurement and Contracts - Q&A with Christine Gordon
In a Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Christine Gordon, Senior Associate at Simpson Grierson, addresses key questions in relation to cost esca…
10 May 2023
Cost Escalation Risk in Construction Procurement and Contracts - Q&A with Christine Gordon
In a Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Christine Gordon, Senior Associate at Simpson Grierson, addresses key questions in relation to cost esca…
28 April 2023
Legal Professional Privilege for In-House Lawyers
Partner, Jonathan Scragg, of Duncan Cotterill discuss the categories of privilege that are most relevant for in-house lawyers.Legal professional privi…
28 April 2023
Legal Professional Privilege for In-House Lawyers
Partner, Jonathan Scragg, of Duncan Cotterill discuss the categories of privilege that are most relevant for in-house lawyers.Legal professional privi…
26 April 2023
What lawyers and law firms need to know about the LinkedIn Algorithm in 2023
Lucy King, Marketing Executive at The BD Ladder, shares some ideas how to sharpen up your content and what you need to know about LinkedIn's algorithm…
26 April 2023
What lawyers and law firms need to know about the LinkedIn Algorithm in 2023
Lucy King, Marketing Executive at The BD Ladder, shares some ideas how to sharpen up your content and what you need to know about LinkedIn's algorithm…
12 April 2023
Family Protection Act 1955 considerations when advising New Zealand will-makers
Suzanne Smith, Associate at Dentons Kensington Swan, shares her insights on the Family Protection Act 1955 with a summary of the information advisers…
12 April 2023
Is an employee's behaviour outside the workplace any of the employer's business?
Kelly Thompson, Solicitor at Anderson Lloyd, shares her insight about an employee's behaviour outside the workplace. Yes, an employee's conduct o…
12 April 2023
Termination, Social Media and Employment Law: The Challenges
Mary Breckon, Senior Associate and Alana Harrison, Solicitor at Simpson Grierson, share their insights about social media and how it can jeopardise em…
12 April 2023
Family Protection Act 1955 considerations when advising New Zealand will-makers
Suzanne Smith, Associate at Dentons Kensington Swan, shares her insights on the Family Protection Act 1955 with a summary of the information advisers…
12 April 2023
Is an employee's behaviour outside the workplace any of the employer's business?
Kelly Thompson, Solicitor at Anderson Lloyd, shares her insight about an employee's behaviour outside the workplace. Yes, an employee's conduct o…
12 April 2023
Termination, Social Media and Employment Law: The Challenges
Mary Breckon, Senior Associate and Alana Harrison, Solicitor at Simpson Grierson, share their insights about social media and how it can jeopardise em…
10 March 2023
“Ten election policies for charities for 2023 with Sue Barker” - Policy 10: carrying out a proper, first principles, post-implementation review of the Charities Act
While the devastation wreaked by Cyclone Gabrielle continues to dominate our focus, behind the scenes, political parties continue to develop their man…
10 March 2023
“Ten election policies for charities for 2023 with Sue Barker” - Policy 10: carrying out a proper, first principles, post-implementation review of the Charities Act
While the devastation wreaked by Cyclone Gabrielle continues to dominate our focus, behind the scenes, political parties continue to develop their man…
03 March 2023
“Ten election policies for charities for 2023 with Sue Barker” - Policies 8&9: put unclaimed money to better use & co-design a civil society strategy
While the devastation wreaked by Cyclone Gabrielle continues to dominate our focus, behind the scenes, political parties continue to develop their man…
03 March 2023
“Ten election policies for charities for 2023 with Sue Barker” - Policies 8&9: put unclaimed money to better use & co-design a civil society strategy
While the devastation wreaked by Cyclone Gabrielle continues to dominate our focus, behind the scenes, political parties continue to develop their man…
01 March 2023
Advice for In-house Lawyers - Q&A with Sian Wingate
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Sian Wingate, Legal Operations Consultant and Coach at Sian Wingate Advisory, addresses key q…
01 March 2023
Advice for In-house Lawyers - Q&A with Sian Wingate
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Sian Wingate, Legal Operations Consultant and Coach at Sian Wingate Advisory, addresses key q…
22 February 2023
Understanding Legalese - The Characteristics, Use and Issues to be considered
Mark von Dadelszen, Barrister, shares his insight on language lawyers use and the justifiable differences between legal English and plain English so…
22 February 2023
“Ten election policies for charities for 2023 with Sue Barker” - Policy 7: reinstate the Charities Commission
While the devastation wreaked by Cyclone Gabrielle continues to dominate our focus, behind the scenes, political parties continue to develop their man…
22 February 2023
Understanding Legalese - The Characteristics, Use and Issues to be considered
Mark von Dadelszen, Barrister, shares his insight on language lawyers use and the justifiable differences between legal English and plain English so…
22 February 2023
“Ten election policies for charities for 2023 with Sue Barker” - Policy 7: reinstate the Charities Commission
While the devastation wreaked by Cyclone Gabrielle continues to dominate our focus, behind the scenes, political parties continue to develop their man…
17 February 2023
“Ten election policies for charities for 2023 with Sue Barker” - Policy 6: protect charities running businesses
While floods and cost-of-living issues justifiably dominate our focus, behind the scenes, political parties continue to develop their manifestos in th…
17 February 2023
“Ten election policies for charities for 2023 with Sue Barker” - Policy 6: protect charities running businesses
While floods and cost-of-living issues justifiably dominate our focus, behind the scenes, political parties continue to develop their manifestos in th…
09 February 2023
“Ten election policies for charities for 2023 with Sue Barker” - Policy 5: Imputation Credit Refundability
While floods and cost-of-living issues justifiably dominate our focus, behind the scenes, political parties continue to develop their manifestos in th…
09 February 2023
“Ten election policies for charities for 2023 with Sue Barker” - Policy 5: Imputation Credit Refundability
While floods and cost-of-living issues justifiably dominate our focus, behind the scenes, political parties continue to develop their manifestos in th…
02 February 2023
“Ten election policies for charities for 2023 with Sue Barker” - Public interest journalism charities & charities promoting amateur sport
While floods and cost-of-living issues justifiably dominate our focus, behind the scenes, political parties continue to develop their manifestos in th…
02 February 2023
“Ten election policies for charities for 2023 with Sue Barker” - Public interest journalism charities & charities promoting amateur sport
While floods and cost-of-living issues justifiably dominate our focus, behind the scenes, political parties continue to develop their manifestos in th…
01 February 2023
Should law firms be using TikTok as a lead generator?
Rob Keating, head of Content Marketing at The BD Ladder, shares his insights on the potential of social media marketing for your law firm. Should…
01 February 2023
Should law firms be using TikTok as a lead generator?
Rob Keating, head of Content Marketing at The BD Ladder, shares his insights on the potential of social media marketing for your law firm. Should…
25 January 2023
“Ten election policies for charities for 2023 with Sue Barker” - Policy 2: widening eligibility for donee status
With the new PM reconsidering policy priorities, Sue Barker, Director of Sue Barker Charities Law, joins us for a series on 10 election policies for c…
25 January 2023
“Ten election policies for charities for 2023 with Sue Barker” - Policy 2: widening eligibility for donee status
With the new PM reconsidering policy priorities, Sue Barker, Director of Sue Barker Charities Law, joins us for a series on 10 election policies for c…
18 January 2023
“Ten election policies for charities for 2023 with Sue Barker” - Policy 1: press pause on the Charities Act changes
With the PMs Cabinet ministers reconsidering policy priorities, Sue Barker, Director of Sue Barker Charities Law, joins us for a series on 10 election…
18 January 2023
“Ten election policies for charities for 2023 with Sue Barker” - Policy 1: press pause on the Charities Act changes
With the PMs Cabinet ministers reconsidering policy priorities, Sue Barker, Director of Sue Barker Charities Law, joins us for a series on 10 election…
30 November 2022
Immigration Series - Part 3 - Resident Visa - The Politicisation of National Security Check (“NSC”)
In the 3rd and final part of his Immigration series, Harris Gu, Solicitor at Queen City Law discusses the politicisation of National Security Check. F…
30 November 2022
Marketing for Lawyers Series - Part 3 - How to still deliver BD during the end of year rush
Ben Paul, Director & Founder of The BD Ladder continues his series on Marketing for Lawyers. In Part 3, he highlights the BD that you should focus…
30 November 2022
Immigration Series - Part 3 - Resident Visa - The Politicisation of National Security Check (“NSC”)
In the 3rd and final part of his Immigration series, Harris Gu, Solicitor at Queen City Law discusses the politicisation of National Security Check. F…
30 November 2022
Marketing for Lawyers Series - Part 3 - How to still deliver BD during the end of year rush
Ben Paul, Director & Founder of The BD Ladder continues his series on Marketing for Lawyers. In Part 3, he highlights the BD that you should focus…
11 November 2022
Immigration Series - Part 2 - Accredited Employer Work Visa (“AEWV”) – A Breeding Ground for Employment Exploitation?
In the 2nd part of his Immigration series, Harris Gu, Solicitor at Queen City Law discusses Accredited Employer Work Visa. Follow the series here.&nbs…
11 November 2022
Climate Change Responses Act and New Zealand's Emissions Trading Scheme
Dan Williams, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses Climate Change Responses Act and New Zealand's emission trading scheme. The Climate Change (Fo…
11 November 2022
Immigration Series - Part 2 - Accredited Employer Work Visa (“AEWV”) – A Breeding Ground for Employment Exploitation?
In the 2nd part of his Immigration series, Harris Gu, Solicitor at Queen City Law discusses Accredited Employer Work Visa. Follow the series here.&nbs…
11 November 2022
Climate Change Responses Act and New Zealand's Emissions Trading Scheme
Dan Williams, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses Climate Change Responses Act and New Zealand's emission trading scheme. The Climate Change (Fo…
26 October 2022
Immigration Series - Part 1 - Interim Visa – Review of Immigration Policy Long Overdue
In this 3 part Immigration series, Harris Gu, Solicitor at Queen City Law discusses key issues with Temporary Visas, Interim Visas, Employers obligati…
26 October 2022
The Charities Amendment Bill – A Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing?
Sue Barker, Director of Sue Barker Charities Law, shares an extensive overview of the Charities Amendment Bill. The Taxation Review AuthorityOne…
26 October 2022
Immigration Series - Part 1 - Interim Visa – Review of Immigration Policy Long Overdue
In this 3 part Immigration series, Harris Gu, Solicitor at Queen City Law discusses key issues with Temporary Visas, Interim Visas, Employers obligati…
26 October 2022
The Charities Amendment Bill – A Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing?
Sue Barker, Director of Sue Barker Charities Law, shares an extensive overview of the Charities Amendment Bill. The Taxation Review AuthorityOne…
21 October 2022
Marketing for Lawyers Series - Part 2 - Five practical ways to effectively promote your law firm
Ben Paul, Director & Founder of The BD Ladder continues his series on Marketing for Lawyers. In Part 2, he highlights 5 practical ways to effectiv…
21 October 2022
Marketing for Lawyers Series - Part 2 - Five practical ways to effectively promote your law firm
Ben Paul, Director & Founder of The BD Ladder continues his series on Marketing for Lawyers. In Part 2, he highlights 5 practical ways to effectiv…
14 October 2022
Marketing for Lawyers Series - Part 1 - How to deliver BD Effectively in 3 billable increments of time
In this first part of Marketing for Lawyers series, Ben Paul, Director & Founder of The BD Ladder shares his insights on how lawyers can deliver B…
14 October 2022
Marketing for Lawyers Series - Part 1 - How to deliver BD Effectively in 3 billable increments of time
In this first part of Marketing for Lawyers series, Ben Paul, Director & Founder of The BD Ladder shares his insights on how lawyers can deliver B…
10 October 2022
Supervision in the Immigration Advice Industry in New Zealand
Appley Boyd, Academic Leader, Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology shares her insight on the Immigration advice industry in New Zealand. The immigr…
10 October 2022
Supervision in the Immigration Advice Industry in New Zealand
Appley Boyd, Academic Leader, Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology shares her insight on the Immigration advice industry in New Zealand. The immigr…
06 October 2022
Modern Animal Welfare Law: The science and how to use it to support better lives for animals
A/Prof Ngaio Beausoleil, Co-Director, Animal Welfare Science and Bioethics Centre, Massey University, New Zealand takes us through some key issues in…
06 October 2022
Modern Animal Welfare Law: The science and how to use it to support better lives for animals
A/Prof Ngaio Beausoleil, Co-Director, Animal Welfare Science and Bioethics Centre, Massey University, New Zealand takes us through some key issues in…
30 August 2022
Incorporated Societies Series : Key Changes and Implications - Part 5
In this series we have talked about how all societies will need to reflect on and update their constitution as part of their transition to the Incorpo…
30 August 2022
Incorporated Societies Series : Key Changes and Implications - Part 5
In this series we have talked about how all societies will need to reflect on and update their constitution as part of their transition to the Incorpo…
23 August 2022
Incorporated Societies Series : Key Changes and Implications - Part 4
The Incorporated Societies Act 2022 (the new Act) introduces changes to the governance of societies. This article will cover some of these, but we wil…
23 August 2022
Incorporated Societies Series : Key Changes and Implications - Part 4
The Incorporated Societies Act 2022 (the new Act) introduces changes to the governance of societies. This article will cover some of these, but we wil…
16 August 2022
Incorporated Societies Series : Key Changes and Implications - Part 3
The Incorporated Societies Act 2022 (the new Act) introduces a number of changes for membership. Some of these changes must be included in a societys…
16 August 2022
Incorporated Societies Series : Key Changes and Implications - Part 3
The Incorporated Societies Act 2022 (the new Act) introduces a number of changes for membership. Some of these changes must be included in a societys…
19 July 2022
Hard Labour: Waiting with ‘baited’ breath for a migrant worker agreement
Nick Mason, Partner at Pitt & Moorewas a guest writer for the Seafood New Zealand Update today, with a message to New Zealands seafood sector the…
19 July 2022
Hard Labour: Waiting with ‘baited’ breath for a migrant worker agreement
Nick Mason, Partner at Pitt & Moorewas a guest writer for the Seafood New Zealand Update today, with a message to New Zealands seafood sector the…
07 July 2022
Accredited Employer Work Visa – the new visa and what you need to know
Melissa Johnston, Employment Partner, and Ramya Sathiyanathan, Special Counsel Immigration ofMcVeagh Fleming share their insights regarding the signif…
07 July 2022
Accredited Employer Work Visa – the new visa and what you need to know
Melissa Johnston, Employment Partner, and Ramya Sathiyanathan, Special Counsel Immigration ofMcVeagh Fleming share their insights regarding the signif…
03 June 2022
Interested in where that apple came from? – new regulations require businesses to provide Country of Origin Information on Fresh Food Items
Julika Wahlmann-Smith, Senior Associate, and Brooke Taylor, Law Graduate at Hesketh Henry discuss the new regulations designed to provide consumers wi…
03 June 2022
Interested in where that apple came from? – new regulations require businesses to provide Country of Origin Information on Fresh Food Items
Julika Wahlmann-Smith, Senior Associate, and Brooke Taylor, Law Graduate at Hesketh Henry discuss the new regulations designed to provide consumers wi…
04 May 2022
Income Insurance Scheme – more trouble than it’s worth?
Fiona McMillan, Partner, and Abby Lohrey, Law Clerk, at Lane Neave analyse the proposed Income Insurance Scheme for New Zealanders. They ask whether t…
04 May 2022
Income Insurance Scheme – more trouble than it’s worth?
Fiona McMillan, Partner, and Abby Lohrey, Law Clerk, at Lane Neave analyse the proposed Income Insurance Scheme for New Zealanders. They ask whether t…
29 April 2022
The Employer Accreditation Policy Update
Lauren Qiu, Principal atStay Legal, discusses the major points relating to the recent Employer Accreditation update. The UpdateOn 7 April 2022, I…
29 April 2022
The Employer Accreditation Policy Update
Lauren Qiu, Principal atStay Legal, discusses the major points relating to the recent Employer Accreditation update. The UpdateOn 7 April 2022, I…
13 April 2022
Money-go-rounds: Third-party payments and the voidable transaction regime
David Broadmore, Partner at Buddle Findlay, discusses the major issues of third-party payments and the voidable transaction regime. He also analyses l…
13 April 2022
Money-go-rounds: Third-party payments and the voidable transaction regime
David Broadmore, Partner at Buddle Findlay, discusses the major issues of third-party payments and the voidable transaction regime. He also analyses l…
06 April 2022
The end of vaccination mandates – employer FAQs
Ashley-Jayne (AJ) Lodge, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses the recent relaxation of vaccine mandates in the workplace. She analyses what this chang…
06 April 2022
The end of vaccination mandates – employer FAQs
Ashley-Jayne (AJ) Lodge, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses the recent relaxation of vaccine mandates in the workplace. She analyses what this chang…
30 March 2022
Recent Key Border & Accredited Employer Work Visa Updates Explained
Lauren Qiu, Principal atStay Legal, explores the recent key announcements made by Immigration New Zealand, specifically looking at the 1.5 times the m…
30 March 2022
Recent Key Border & Accredited Employer Work Visa Updates Explained
Lauren Qiu, Principal atStay Legal, explores the recent key announcements made by Immigration New Zealand, specifically looking at the 1.5 times the m…
28 March 2022
Building a Personal Brand in a Time Efficient Manner: A Guide for Lawyers
Ben Paul, CEO and Founder of The BD Ladder, discusses personal branding techniques for Lawyers that allows them to manage their workloads whilst still…
28 March 2022
Building a Personal Brand in a Time Efficient Manner: A Guide for Lawyers
Ben Paul, CEO and Founder of The BD Ladder, discusses personal branding techniques for Lawyers that allows them to manage their workloads whilst still…
14 March 2022
Four Risk Sectors of New Zealand Investor 1&2 Visas
Yun Jessica Meng, Licensed Immigration Adviser atIMME Limited, shares her insights on risk management for Migrant Investment Categories.Following the…
14 March 2022
Four Risk Sectors of New Zealand Investor 1&2 Visas
Yun Jessica Meng, Licensed Immigration Adviser atIMME Limited, shares her insights on risk management for Migrant Investment Categories.Following the…
11 March 2022
Q&A: Jodie Baker & her view on Legal Technology
In an exclusive Q & A with Legalwise Insights, Jodie Baker, Founder & Group CEO of Xakia Technologies, discusses Legal Technology and the role…
11 March 2022
Q&A: Jodie Baker & her view on Legal Technology
In an exclusive Q & A with Legalwise Insights, Jodie Baker, Founder & Group CEO of Xakia Technologies, discusses Legal Technology and the role…
09 March 2022
New Zealand's 5 Step Border Reopening Plan Explained
Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal, analyses the New Zealand Border Reopening Plan, explaining what people should expect and how the changes will aff…
09 March 2022
New Zealand's 5 Step Border Reopening Plan Explained
Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal, analyses the New Zealand Border Reopening Plan, explaining what people should expect and how the changes will aff…
04 March 2022
Successful challenge to Government Mandate - arguably limited precedent value
John Farrow, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses the decision ofYardley V Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety, which dealt with attempting to…
04 March 2022
Successful challenge to Government Mandate - arguably limited precedent value
John Farrow, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses the decision ofYardley V Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety, which dealt with attempting to…
02 March 2022
What Does The New Zealand Border Reopening Mean?
Elly Fleming, Associate at Pitt & Moore, discusses how the recent New Zealand border re-opening affects families and businesses. She also runs thr…
02 March 2022
What Does The New Zealand Border Reopening Mean?
Elly Fleming, Associate at Pitt & Moore, discusses how the recent New Zealand border re-opening affects families and businesses. She also runs thr…
21 February 2022
Q&A: Forestry Law, ETS + more
Dan Williams, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, shares his insights into the forestry law issues currently surrounding practitioners, as well as the fundamen…
21 February 2022
Q&A: Forestry Law, ETS + more
Dan Williams, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, shares his insights into the forestry law issues currently surrounding practitioners, as well as the fundamen…
31 January 2022
15,000 resident visas for construction personnel on offer… but don’t muck it up!
The Queen City Law's team lead by Marcus Beveridge, Managing Director, along with Tina Hwang and Bradley So, Senior Associates and Andrew Nah, Law Cle…
31 January 2022
15,000 resident visas for construction personnel on offer… but don’t muck it up!
The Queen City Law's team lead by Marcus Beveridge, Managing Director, along with Tina Hwang and Bradley So, Senior Associates and Andrew Nah, Law Cle…
24 January 2022
Q & A with Marcus Beveridge
Marcus Beveridge, Managing Director at Queen City Law NZ Limited, answers queries in relation to investor immigrants. Marcus will Chair the 'Key Chang…
24 January 2022
Q & A with Marcus Beveridge
Marcus Beveridge, Managing Director at Queen City Law NZ Limited, answers queries in relation to investor immigrants. Marcus will Chair the 'Key Chang…
18 January 2022
Q&A with Bradley So: Accredited Employer Framework
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Bradley So, Senior Associate at Queen City Law NZ Limited, addresses key questions on the new…
18 January 2022
Q&A with Bradley So: Accredited Employer Framework
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Bradley So, Senior Associate at Queen City Law NZ Limited, addresses key questions on the new…
22 December 2021
Court of Appeal Overturns Employment Court’s Decision on Discretionary Bonuses in Holiday Pay
Jim Roberts, Partner, and Eloise Callister-Baker, Associate at Hesketh Henry, discuss the importance of clarity in relation to holiday pay, and why em…
22 December 2021
Court of Appeal Overturns Employment Court’s Decision on Discretionary Bonuses in Holiday Pay
Jim Roberts, Partner, and Eloise Callister-Baker, Associate at Hesketh Henry, discuss the importance of clarity in relation to holiday pay, and why em…
07 December 2021
Immigration Advisers and the Disciplinary Threshold
Appley Boyd, Academic Leader, Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology, discusses the importance of Immigration Advisers exercising their core responsibilit…
07 December 2021
Immigration Advisers and the Disciplinary Threshold
Appley Boyd, Academic Leader, Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology, discusses the importance of Immigration Advisers exercising their core responsibilit…
01 December 2021
The New 2021 Resident Visa Pathway Policy Explained
Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal, shares an update of what the Government and Immigration New Zealand (INZ) have confirmed about the 2021 Resident…
01 December 2021
The New 2021 Resident Visa Pathway Policy Explained
Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal, shares an update of what the Government and Immigration New Zealand (INZ) have confirmed about the 2021 Resident…
30 November 2021
Public Health Vaccinations Order Ruled to be Lawful
John Farrow,Partner at Anderson Lloyd, shares an overview of the Public Health Vaccination Orders in New Zealand, explaining why the orders have been…
30 November 2021
Public Health Vaccinations Order Ruled to be Lawful
John Farrow,Partner at Anderson Lloyd, shares an overview of the Public Health Vaccination Orders in New Zealand, explaining why the orders have been…
05 November 2021
A Discussion with Steven Moe about Structuring of Trusts Controlled by Religious Entities
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Steven Moe, Partner, Parry Field, shares some insight into structuring trusts for religious g…
05 November 2021
A Discussion with Steven Moe about Structuring of Trusts Controlled by Religious Entities
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Steven Moe, Partner, Parry Field, shares some insight into structuring trusts for religious g…
24 October 2021
The New 2021 Resident Visa – Tips and Traps!
Elly Fleming, Senior Solicitor at Pitt & Moore NZ shares some tips and traps regarding the New 2021 Resident Visa and discusses the potential red…
24 October 2021
The New 2021 Resident Visa – Tips and Traps!
Elly Fleming, Senior Solicitor at Pitt & Moore NZ shares some tips and traps regarding the New 2021 Resident Visa and discusses the potential red…
05 October 2021
The New 2021 Resident Visa Pathway Explained
Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal, shares an overview of what the Government and Immigration New Zealand (INZ) have confirmed about the 2021 Residen…
05 October 2021
The New 2021 Resident Visa Pathway Explained
Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal, shares an overview of what the Government and Immigration New Zealand (INZ) have confirmed about the 2021 Residen…
20 September 2021
Reinstatement (the primary remedy) – more than lip-service
John Farrow,Partner at Anderson Lloyd, shares an overview of the amendment of the Employment Relations Act in 2018 to return reinstatement as the prim…
20 September 2021
Reinstatement (the primary remedy) – more than lip-service
John Farrow,Partner at Anderson Lloyd, shares an overview of the amendment of the Employment Relations Act in 2018 to return reinstatement as the prim…
10 September 2021
Ransomware: Cybersecurity awareness for lawyers
Rajib Hasan, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Business Intelligence Competency Centre (BICC), shares an overview of how legal organisations and busi…
10 September 2021
Ransomware: Cybersecurity awareness for lawyers
Rajib Hasan, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Business Intelligence Competency Centre (BICC), shares an overview of how legal organisations and busi…
23 August 2021
The Disconnect Between Immigration and Employment Law
MahafrinVariava, a Senior Solicitor at Pitt & Moore Lawyers and Notaries Public, provides insight into the disconnect between employment and immig…
23 August 2021
The Disconnect Between Immigration and Employment Law
MahafrinVariava, a Senior Solicitor at Pitt & Moore Lawyers and Notaries Public, provides insight into the disconnect between employment and immig…
13 August 2021
Critical Immigration Update: Compulsory Employer Accreditation Delayed & Streamlined Work Visa Applications For Some Migrant Workers
Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal, shares a detailed overview on the most recent announcement from the Minister of Immigration Compulsory regarding…
13 August 2021
Critical Immigration Update: Compulsory Employer Accreditation Delayed & Streamlined Work Visa Applications For Some Migrant Workers
Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal, shares a detailed overview on the most recent announcement from the Minister of Immigration Compulsory regarding…
05 July 2021
The Cooperation of Licensed Immigration Advisers and Financial Advisers
Yun Jessica Meng, Licensed Immigration Adviser at IMME Limited, discusses how LIAs and Financial Advisers can cooperate effectively in terms of Migran…
05 July 2021
The Employment Relations (Triangular Employment) Amendment Act came into force mid-last year
John Farrow, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses the Employment Relations (Triangular Employment) Amendment Act that came into effect in mid-2020 and…
05 July 2021
The Cooperation of Licensed Immigration Advisers and Financial Advisers
Yun Jessica Meng, Licensed Immigration Adviser at IMME Limited, discusses how LIAs and Financial Advisers can cooperate effectively in terms of Migran…
05 July 2021
The Employment Relations (Triangular Employment) Amendment Act came into force mid-last year
John Farrow, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses the Employment Relations (Triangular Employment) Amendment Act that came into effect in mid-2020 and…
07 June 2021
While you are sleeping, your brand could be destroyed
Stewart Germann, Principal at Stewart Germann Law Office, discusses the importance of social media as a powerful tool to be used by franchisors and ho…
07 June 2021
While you are sleeping, your brand could be destroyed
Stewart Germann, Principal at Stewart Germann Law Office, discusses the importance of social media as a powerful tool to be used by franchisors and ho…
28 May 2021
The New Proposed 2021 Accredited Employer Work Visa & Employer Accreditation Explained
Lauren Qiu, Principal atStay Legal, provides an overview of the recent 7 May 2021 update about the new proposed 2021 Accredited Employer Work Visa (al…
28 May 2021
The New Proposed 2021 Accredited Employer Work Visa & Employer Accreditation Explained
Lauren Qiu, Principal atStay Legal, provides an overview of the recent 7 May 2021 update about the new proposed 2021 Accredited Employer Work Visa (al…
27 May 2021
Restraint of Trade – Practical Guidance
Jennifer Mills, Director and Isabella Yu at Jennifer Mills & Associates, share their insights about restraint of trade clauses and provide practic…
27 May 2021
Restraint of Trade – Practical Guidance
Jennifer Mills, Director and Isabella Yu at Jennifer Mills & Associates, share their insights about restraint of trade clauses and provide practic…
21 May 2021
Case Study in Relation to Medical Matters - JF (Skilled Migrant) [2019] NZIPT 205411
Charlotte Summers, a Licensed Immigration Adviser at Pathways to New Zealand, provides a detailed case study in relation to medical matters, with a fo…
21 May 2021
Case Study in Relation to Medical Matters - JF (Skilled Migrant) [2019] NZIPT 205411
Charlotte Summers, a Licensed Immigration Adviser at Pathways to New Zealand, provides a detailed case study in relation to medical matters, with a fo…
16 April 2021
Long-awaited Overhaul of the Holidays Act 2003
Jennifer Mills, Director and Isabella Yu, Intern at Jennifer Mills & Associates, provide an update into the overhaul of the Holidays Act 2003, wit…
16 April 2021
Long-awaited Overhaul of the Holidays Act 2003
Jennifer Mills, Director and Isabella Yu, Intern at Jennifer Mills & Associates, provide an update into the overhaul of the Holidays Act 2003, wit…
04 February 2021
Unresolved Issues in New Zealand Charities Law - Ascertaining Purpose
Sue Barker, Director of Sue Barker Charities Law, shares an extensive overview of unresolved issues in New Zealand charities law by focusing on the te…
04 February 2021
Unresolved Issues in New Zealand Charities Law - Ascertaining Purpose
Sue Barker, Director of Sue Barker Charities Law, shares an extensive overview of unresolved issues in New Zealand charities law by focusing on the te…
09 December 2020
Sell Sensibly this Silly Season: Key Risks with Sales and Pricing Promotions
Julika Wahlmann-Smith, Senior Associate and Janou Kannangara, Solicitor at Hesketh Henry, outline the key risks with sales and pricing promotions ahea…
09 December 2020
Sell Sensibly this Silly Season: Key Risks with Sales and Pricing Promotions
Julika Wahlmann-Smith, Senior Associate and Janou Kannangara, Solicitor at Hesketh Henry, outline the key risks with sales and pricing promotions ahea…
30 November 2020
Advertising Standards Authority Releases New Advertising Standards for Influencers
Kathleen Henning, Trade Mark Executive and Corinne Cole, Principal at AJ Park Law Limited, share an overview of the recent update from the Advertising…
30 November 2020
Advertising Standards Authority Releases New Advertising Standards for Influencers
Kathleen Henning, Trade Mark Executive and Corinne Cole, Principal at AJ Park Law Limited, share an overview of the recent update from the Advertising…
09 October 2020
The New Border Exceptions Explained
Following the Minister of Immigration's announcement, Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal provides an overview of the new border exception category fo…
09 October 2020
The New Border Exceptions Explained
Following the Minister of Immigration's announcement, Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal provides an overview of the new border exception category fo…
28 September 2020
Insolvency and the Rural Sector
Bridie McKinnon, Senior Associate at Buddle Findlay, shares her insights into how the rural sector is recovering and dealing with insolvency as a cons…
28 September 2020
Insolvency and the Rural Sector
Bridie McKinnon, Senior Associate at Buddle Findlay, shares her insights into how the rural sector is recovering and dealing with insolvency as a cons…
20 August 2020
A Budding Industry for Cannabis Products in New Zealand
Kathleen Henning, Trade Mark Executive, Helen Bellchambers, Senior Associate and Kieran O'Connell, Principal at AJ Park Law Limited, explore how canna…
20 August 2020
A Budding Industry for Cannabis Products in New Zealand
Kathleen Henning, Trade Mark Executive, Helen Bellchambers, Senior Associate and Kieran O'Connell, Principal at AJ Park Law Limited, explore how canna…
13 August 2020
Cybersecurity for Law Firms
Campbell McKenzie, Forensic Technology Expert and Cyber Security Consultant at Incident Response Solutions, shares an overview into key issues that la…
13 August 2020
Cybersecurity for Law Firms
Campbell McKenzie, Forensic Technology Expert and Cyber Security Consultant at Incident Response Solutions, shares an overview into key issues that la…
28 July 2020
A Discussion with Sherridan Cook on Restraints of Trade and Confidential Information
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Sherridan Cook, Partner at Buddle Findlay, shares some insight into why it is important to be…
28 July 2020
A Discussion with Sherridan Cook on Restraints of Trade and Confidential Information
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Sherridan Cook, Partner at Buddle Findlay, shares some insight into why it is important to be…
07 July 2020
A Discussion with Lauren Qiu on Critical Updates to Work Visas
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal looks into the critical updates to work visas as well as…
07 July 2020
A Discussion with Lauren Qiu on Critical Updates to Work Visas
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal looks into the critical updates to work visas as well as…
25 June 2020
Extended Subsidy or Restructuring – What are Your Options at the Expiry of the Wage Subsidy?
Amanda Douglas, Partner at Wynn Williams, provides a critical update into the COVID-19 wage subsidy extension and how it could impact you. She delves…
25 June 2020
Extended Subsidy or Restructuring – What are Your Options at the Expiry of the Wage Subsidy?
Amanda Douglas, Partner at Wynn Williams, provides a critical update into the COVID-19 wage subsidy extension and how it could impact you. She delves…
23 June 2020
What Does a World-Leading Framework of Charities Law Look Like?
Sue Barker, Director of Sue Barker Charities Law, shares how COVID-19 has impacted the charities law sector and what needs to be done to maximise the…
23 June 2020
What Does a World-Leading Framework of Charities Law Look Like?
Sue Barker, Director of Sue Barker Charities Law, shares how COVID-19 has impacted the charities law sector and what needs to be done to maximise the…
17 June 2020
COVID-19 Government Announces Rent Relief for Some Affected Tenants
David Friar, Partner, together with Jane Holland, Partner and Morgan Powell, Senior Associate at Bell Gully, share their insights into the recently an…
17 June 2020
COVID-19 Government Announces Rent Relief for Some Affected Tenants
David Friar, Partner, together with Jane Holland, Partner and Morgan Powell, Senior Associate at Bell Gully, share their insights into the recently an…
01 May 2020
Capital Raising in the Time of COVID-19
Grant Dunn, Partner and Amy Cunniffe, Senior Associate at Buddle Findlay provide an overview into how companies can seek growth capital or tackle liqu…
01 May 2020
Capital Raising in the Time of COVID-19
Grant Dunn, Partner and Amy Cunniffe, Senior Associate at Buddle Findlay provide an overview into how companies can seek growth capital or tackle liqu…
29 April 2020
COVID-19: It's Advertising as Usual in New Zealand
Erich Bachmann, Managing Partner, together with Julika Wahlmann-Smith, Senior Associate and Janou Kannangara, Solicitor at Hesketh Henry, take a look…
29 April 2020
COVID-19: It's Advertising as Usual in New Zealand
Erich Bachmann, Managing Partner, together with Julika Wahlmann-Smith, Senior Associate and Janou Kannangara, Solicitor at Hesketh Henry, take a look…
02 April 2020
Embracing Diversity Part 5: Negotiating with Diversity
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills provides a guide to negotiating with diversity in the final part of his 5 Part series on embracing diversity. Follow…
02 April 2020
Embracing Diversity Part 5: Negotiating with Diversity
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills provides a guide to negotiating with diversity in the final part of his 5 Part series on embracing diversity. Follow…
26 March 2020
Responding to COVID-19: Operation of the Court System
Michael Smol, Solicitor, David Broadmore, Partner and Anita Birkinshaw, Special Counsel at Buddle Findlay provides a vital overview of latest updates…
26 March 2020
Responding to COVID-19: Operation of the Court System
Michael Smol, Solicitor, David Broadmore, Partner and Anita Birkinshaw, Special Counsel at Buddle Findlay provides a vital overview of latest updates…
19 March 2020
Embracing Diversity Part 4: Celebrate Our Differences
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills explores why we should celebrate our differences as humans in Part 4 of his 5 Part series on embracing diversity. Fo…
19 March 2020
Embracing Diversity Part 4: Celebrate Our Differences
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills explores why we should celebrate our differences as humans in Part 4 of his 5 Part series on embracing diversity. Fo…
10 March 2020
The Medicinal Cannabis Scheme in New Zealand
Kristin Wilson, Senior Associate at Bell Gully, discusses the possible impact of implementing the Misuse of Drugs (Medicinal Cannabis) Regulations 201…
10 March 2020
The Medicinal Cannabis Scheme in New Zealand
Kristin Wilson, Senior Associate at Bell Gully, discusses the possible impact of implementing the Misuse of Drugs (Medicinal Cannabis) Regulations 201…
09 March 2020
Health and Safety in Leasing
Sam Houliston, Senior Associate at Hesketh Henry delves into the relationship leasing has with health and safety ahead of his upcoming presentation at…
09 March 2020
Health and Safety in Leasing
Sam Houliston, Senior Associate at Hesketh Henry delves into the relationship leasing has with health and safety ahead of his upcoming presentation at…
06 March 2020
Embracing Diversity Part 3: Why are we Different?
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills explores what it is that makes humans different in Part 3 of his 5 Part series on diversity. In Part 1, he provides…
06 March 2020
Embracing Diversity Part 3: Why are we Different?
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills explores what it is that makes humans different in Part 3 of his 5 Part series on diversity. In Part 1, he provides…
26 February 2020
Retirement Villages Association Launches KTS and Guidelines to Transit to Care
John Collyns, Executive Director of the Retirement Village Association, provides more detail on the impending guidelines on financial implications of…
26 February 2020
Retirement Villages Association Launches KTS and Guidelines to Transit to Care
John Collyns, Executive Director of the Retirement Village Association, provides more detail on the impending guidelines on financial implications of…
28 January 2020
Embracing Diversity Part 2: The Unity Behind Diversity
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills explores how understanding and accepting universal principles is a step towards embracing diversity in Part 2 of his…
28 January 2020
Embracing Diversity Part 2: The Unity Behind Diversity
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills explores how understanding and accepting universal principles is a step towards embracing diversity in Part 2 of his…
17 December 2019
Student Discipline and the Education Act 1989
Gretchen Stone, Partner at HarrisonStone Lawyers delves into the legal framework for student discipline, with practical insights when faced with this…
17 December 2019
Student Discipline and the Education Act 1989
Gretchen Stone, Partner at HarrisonStone Lawyers delves into the legal framework for student discipline, with practical insights when faced with this…
22 November 2019
Employment & Data Issues and Challenges for Retailers
As we are nearing the busiest time of the year for New Zealand retailers, it is timely to reflect on the changes to New Zealand employment law that wi…
22 November 2019
Employment & Data Issues and Challenges for Retailers
As we are nearing the busiest time of the year for New Zealand retailers, it is timely to reflect on the changes to New Zealand employment law that wi…
25 July 2019
Better Conversations - How to have difficult conversations
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills continues his series, Better Conversations. In Part 2, below, he explores how we react when things go wrong. Read Pa…
25 July 2019
Better Conversations - How to have difficult conversations
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills continues his series, Better Conversations. In Part 2, below, he explores how we react when things go wrong. Read Pa…
05 July 2019
Should I Tell my Employer That I’m Looking for a New Job?
Usually it is easier to get a new job when you are already employed than when you arent. You wont need to explain why you left your last job or why th…
05 July 2019
Should I Tell my Employer That I’m Looking for a New Job?
Usually it is easier to get a new job when you are already employed than when you arent. You wont need to explain why you left your last job or why th…
Industry Developments
23 April 2024
What's on the cards for employment law in 2024?
Bridget Perkins and Jim Roberts, experts in employment law at Hesketh Henry provide insights on the two big shakeups in NZ's employment law.…
22 April 2024
The Employment Court's new approach to awards for injury to feelings
Alison Maelzer and Kirby Kleingeld, experts in employment law at Hesketh Henry dives into the updates on The Employment Court's Revised Compensation Bands for injury to feelings.…
09 April 2024
Dependent or independent? The challenge of assisting Dependent Child residence applicants aged 21 to 24
Appley Boyd, a licensed immigration adviser, delves into the complexities of assisting dependent child residence applicants aged 21 to 24, highlighting the challenges in meeting immigration instructions and providing insights from relevant tribunal decisions.…
02 August 2023
Construction Contracts (Retention Money) Amendment Act 2023 (Revised Retentions Regime) – comes into force on 5 October 2023
Christine Gordon, Senior Associate at Simpson Grierson, share her insights about the changes to the Retentions regime that apply from 5 October 2023.…
02 August 2023
Construction Contracts (Retention Money) Amendment Act 2023 (Revised Retentions Regime) – comes into force on 5 October 2023
Christine Gordon, Senior Associate at Simpson Grierson, share her insights about the changes to the Retentions regime that apply from 5 October 2023.…
06 June 2023
Key Australian taxation changes for New Zealand citizens
Ajay Ravi, Special Counsel at McInnes Wilson Lawyers shares his insight on new/revised measures and interpretations of the law and associated guidance…
06 June 2023
Key Australian taxation changes for New Zealand citizens
Ajay Ravi, Special Counsel at McInnes Wilson Lawyers shares his insight on new/revised measures and interpretations of the law and associated guidance…
16 May 2023
Active Investor Plus – full engine rebore fails so far
Marcus Beveridge, Managing Director,and Andrew Nah, Law Clerk, of Queen City Law share their insights on Active Investor Plus. The Active Inves…
16 May 2023
Active Investor Plus – full engine rebore fails so far
Marcus Beveridge, Managing Director,and Andrew Nah, Law Clerk, of Queen City Law share their insights on Active Investor Plus. The Active Inves…
11 November 2022
Climate Change Responses Act and New Zealand's Emissions Trading Scheme
Dan Williams, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses Climate Change Responses Act and New Zealand's emission trading scheme. The Climate Change (Fo…
11 November 2022
Climate Change Responses Act and New Zealand's Emissions Trading Scheme
Dan Williams, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses Climate Change Responses Act and New Zealand's emission trading scheme. The Climate Change (Fo…
26 October 2022
The Charities Amendment Bill – A Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing?
Sue Barker, Director of Sue Barker Charities Law, shares an extensive overview of the Charities Amendment Bill. The Taxation Review AuthorityOne…
26 October 2022
The Charities Amendment Bill – A Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing?
Sue Barker, Director of Sue Barker Charities Law, shares an extensive overview of the Charities Amendment Bill. The Taxation Review AuthorityOne…
07 July 2022
Accredited Employer Work Visa – the new visa and what you need to know
Melissa Johnston, Employment Partner, and Ramya Sathiyanathan, Special Counsel Immigration ofMcVeagh Fleming share their insights regarding the signif…
07 July 2022
Accredited Employer Work Visa – the new visa and what you need to know
Melissa Johnston, Employment Partner, and Ramya Sathiyanathan, Special Counsel Immigration ofMcVeagh Fleming share their insights regarding the signif…
03 June 2022
Interested in where that apple came from? – new regulations require businesses to provide Country of Origin Information on Fresh Food Items
Julika Wahlmann-Smith, Senior Associate, and Brooke Taylor, Law Graduate at Hesketh Henry discuss the new regulations designed to provide consumers wi…
03 June 2022
Interested in where that apple came from? – new regulations require businesses to provide Country of Origin Information on Fresh Food Items
Julika Wahlmann-Smith, Senior Associate, and Brooke Taylor, Law Graduate at Hesketh Henry discuss the new regulations designed to provide consumers wi…
13 April 2022
Money-go-rounds: Third-party payments and the voidable transaction regime
David Broadmore, Partner at Buddle Findlay, discusses the major issues of third-party payments and the voidable transaction regime. He also analyses l…
13 April 2022
Money-go-rounds: Third-party payments and the voidable transaction regime
David Broadmore, Partner at Buddle Findlay, discusses the major issues of third-party payments and the voidable transaction regime. He also analyses l…
06 April 2022
The end of vaccination mandates – employer FAQs
Ashley-Jayne (AJ) Lodge, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses the recent relaxation of vaccine mandates in the workplace. She analyses what this chang…
06 April 2022
The end of vaccination mandates – employer FAQs
Ashley-Jayne (AJ) Lodge, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses the recent relaxation of vaccine mandates in the workplace. She analyses what this chang…
09 March 2022
New Zealand's 5 Step Border Reopening Plan Explained
Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal, analyses the New Zealand Border Reopening Plan, explaining what people should expect and how the changes will aff…
09 March 2022
New Zealand's 5 Step Border Reopening Plan Explained
Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal, analyses the New Zealand Border Reopening Plan, explaining what people should expect and how the changes will aff…
31 January 2022
15,000 resident visas for construction personnel on offer… but don’t muck it up!
The Queen City Law's team lead by Marcus Beveridge, Managing Director, along with Tina Hwang and Bradley So, Senior Associates and Andrew Nah, Law Cle…
31 January 2022
15,000 resident visas for construction personnel on offer… but don’t muck it up!
The Queen City Law's team lead by Marcus Beveridge, Managing Director, along with Tina Hwang and Bradley So, Senior Associates and Andrew Nah, Law Cle…
22 December 2021
Court of Appeal Overturns Employment Court’s Decision on Discretionary Bonuses in Holiday Pay
Jim Roberts, Partner, and Eloise Callister-Baker, Associate at Hesketh Henry, discuss the importance of clarity in relation to holiday pay, and why em…
22 December 2021
Court of Appeal Overturns Employment Court’s Decision on Discretionary Bonuses in Holiday Pay
Jim Roberts, Partner, and Eloise Callister-Baker, Associate at Hesketh Henry, discuss the importance of clarity in relation to holiday pay, and why em…
07 December 2021
Immigration Advisers and the Disciplinary Threshold
Appley Boyd, Academic Leader, Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology, discusses the importance of Immigration Advisers exercising their core responsibilit…
07 December 2021
Immigration Advisers and the Disciplinary Threshold
Appley Boyd, Academic Leader, Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology, discusses the importance of Immigration Advisers exercising their core responsibilit…
30 November 2021
Public Health Vaccinations Order Ruled to be Lawful
John Farrow,Partner at Anderson Lloyd, shares an overview of the Public Health Vaccination Orders in New Zealand, explaining why the orders have been…
30 November 2021
Public Health Vaccinations Order Ruled to be Lawful
John Farrow,Partner at Anderson Lloyd, shares an overview of the Public Health Vaccination Orders in New Zealand, explaining why the orders have been…
05 November 2021
A Discussion with Steven Moe about Structuring of Trusts Controlled by Religious Entities
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Steven Moe, Partner, Parry Field, shares some insight into structuring trusts for religious g…
05 November 2021
A Discussion with Steven Moe about Structuring of Trusts Controlled by Religious Entities
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Steven Moe, Partner, Parry Field, shares some insight into structuring trusts for religious g…
24 October 2021
The New 2021 Resident Visa – Tips and Traps!
Elly Fleming, Senior Solicitor at Pitt & Moore NZ shares some tips and traps regarding the New 2021 Resident Visa and discusses the potential red…
24 October 2021
The New 2021 Resident Visa – Tips and Traps!
Elly Fleming, Senior Solicitor at Pitt & Moore NZ shares some tips and traps regarding the New 2021 Resident Visa and discusses the potential red…
20 September 2021
Reinstatement (the primary remedy) – more than lip-service
John Farrow,Partner at Anderson Lloyd, shares an overview of the amendment of the Employment Relations Act in 2018 to return reinstatement as the prim…
20 September 2021
Reinstatement (the primary remedy) – more than lip-service
John Farrow,Partner at Anderson Lloyd, shares an overview of the amendment of the Employment Relations Act in 2018 to return reinstatement as the prim…
10 September 2021
Ransomware: Cybersecurity awareness for lawyers
Rajib Hasan, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Business Intelligence Competency Centre (BICC), shares an overview of how legal organisations and busi…
10 September 2021
Ransomware: Cybersecurity awareness for lawyers
Rajib Hasan, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Business Intelligence Competency Centre (BICC), shares an overview of how legal organisations and busi…
05 July 2021
The Cooperation of Licensed Immigration Advisers and Financial Advisers
Yun Jessica Meng, Licensed Immigration Adviser at IMME Limited, discusses how LIAs and Financial Advisers can cooperate effectively in terms of Migran…
05 July 2021
The Employment Relations (Triangular Employment) Amendment Act came into force mid-last year
John Farrow, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses the Employment Relations (Triangular Employment) Amendment Act that came into effect in mid-2020 and…
05 July 2021
The Cooperation of Licensed Immigration Advisers and Financial Advisers
Yun Jessica Meng, Licensed Immigration Adviser at IMME Limited, discusses how LIAs and Financial Advisers can cooperate effectively in terms of Migran…
05 July 2021
The Employment Relations (Triangular Employment) Amendment Act came into force mid-last year
John Farrow, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses the Employment Relations (Triangular Employment) Amendment Act that came into effect in mid-2020 and…
20 May 2021
Pre-fabricated Building Products - A Solution to the Housing Crisis?
Julia Flattery, Senior Associate at Duncan Cotterill, questions whether pre-fabricated building products is a solution to the housing crisis and its a…
20 May 2021
Pre-fabricated Building Products - A Solution to the Housing Crisis?
Julia Flattery, Senior Associate at Duncan Cotterill, questions whether pre-fabricated building products is a solution to the housing crisis and its a…
22 April 2021
Good Faith Obligations to Visa Holders
John Farrow, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, shares a detailed case note ofGill v Restaurant Brands Limited, where an employee was dismissed for lack of a…
22 April 2021
Good Faith Obligations to Visa Holders
John Farrow, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, shares a detailed case note ofGill v Restaurant Brands Limited, where an employee was dismissed for lack of a…
16 April 2021
Long-awaited Overhaul of the Holidays Act 2003
Jennifer Mills, Director and Isabella Yu, Intern at Jennifer Mills & Associates, provide an update into the overhaul of the Holidays Act 2003, wit…
16 April 2021
Long-awaited Overhaul of the Holidays Act 2003
Jennifer Mills, Director and Isabella Yu, Intern at Jennifer Mills & Associates, provide an update into the overhaul of the Holidays Act 2003, wit…
16 March 2021
New Zealand is Considering Relaxing Investor Category Requirements
Yun Jessica Meng, Licensed Immigration Adviser at IMME Limited, shares an overview of changes to the investor category requirements, spurred by issues…
16 March 2021
New Zealand is Considering Relaxing Investor Category Requirements
Yun Jessica Meng, Licensed Immigration Adviser at IMME Limited, shares an overview of changes to the investor category requirements, spurred by issues…
04 March 2021
Class Actions - New Zealand Supreme Court has Ruled It's "Opt-Out", Submissions on Law Commission's Issues Paper Closing Next Week
Stephanie Corban, Special Counsel at Hesketh Henry, explores the recent decision in Southern Response v Ross [2020] NZSC 126 and the Law Commission's…
04 March 2021
Class Actions - New Zealand Supreme Court has Ruled It's "Opt-Out", Submissions on Law Commission's Issues Paper Closing Next Week
Stephanie Corban, Special Counsel at Hesketh Henry, explores the recent decision in Southern Response v Ross [2020] NZSC 126 and the Law Commission's…
23 February 2021
Extension of Unfair Contract Terms Regime to Small Business Contracts
Kristin Wilson, Senior Associate at Bell Gully, explores the extension of unfair contract terms regime to small business contracts, by examining the F…
23 February 2021
Extension of Unfair Contract Terms Regime to Small Business Contracts
Kristin Wilson, Senior Associate at Bell Gully, explores the extension of unfair contract terms regime to small business contracts, by examining the F…
11 February 2021
Gate Gourmet - Just What Exactly Is Work?
John Farrow, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses the recent Suhkjeet Sandhu and others v Gate Gourmet New Zealand Limited and Shaun Joils [2020] NZER…
11 February 2021
Gate Gourmet - Just What Exactly Is Work?
John Farrow, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses the recent Suhkjeet Sandhu and others v Gate Gourmet New Zealand Limited and Shaun Joils [2020] NZER…
10 February 2021
Update on Employment Legislation and Cases Affecting Schools
Andrea Pazin, Senior Associate at Belly Gully, shares an update on the legal framework governing employment and cases, that would affect schools. She…
10 February 2021
Update on Employment Legislation and Cases Affecting Schools
Andrea Pazin, Senior Associate at Belly Gully, shares an update on the legal framework governing employment and cases, that would affect schools. She…
09 February 2021
Increase in Sick Leave Entitlement – What You Need to Know
Jodi Sharman, Senior Associate and Katie Kyung, Solicitor at Hesketh Henry, delve into what you need to know in relation to the recently introduced Ho…
09 February 2021
Increase in Sick Leave Entitlement – What You Need to Know
Jodi Sharman, Senior Associate and Katie Kyung, Solicitor at Hesketh Henry, delve into what you need to know in relation to the recently introduced Ho…
04 February 2021
Unresolved Issues in New Zealand Charities Law - Ascertaining Purpose
Sue Barker, Director of Sue Barker Charities Law, shares an extensive overview of unresolved issues in New Zealand charities law by focusing on the te…
04 February 2021
Unresolved Issues in New Zealand Charities Law - Ascertaining Purpose
Sue Barker, Director of Sue Barker Charities Law, shares an extensive overview of unresolved issues in New Zealand charities law by focusing on the te…
18 December 2020
Insolvent Trading: Director’s Duty under ss135 and 136 of the Companies Act 1993 – Debut Homes case - Theories on Corporate Governance
Paul Dalkie, Barrister, discusses the Director's Duty under ss135 and 136 of the Companies Act 1993 by taking a dive into the recent case Debut Homes…
18 December 2020
Insolvent Trading: Director’s Duty under ss135 and 136 of the Companies Act 1993 – Debut Homes case - Theories on Corporate Governance
Paul Dalkie, Barrister, discusses the Director's Duty under ss135 and 136 of the Companies Act 1993 by taking a dive into the recent case Debut Homes…
01 December 2020
The Employment Relations (Triangular Employment) Amendment Act 2019
John Farrow, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, shares an overview of the recent Employment Relations (Triangular Employment) Amendment Act 2019, which came i…
01 December 2020
The Employment Relations (Triangular Employment) Amendment Act 2019
John Farrow, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, shares an overview of the recent Employment Relations (Triangular Employment) Amendment Act 2019, which came i…
30 November 2020
Advertising Standards Authority Releases New Advertising Standards for Influencers
Kathleen Henning, Trade Mark Executive and Corinne Cole, Principal at AJ Park Law Limited, share an overview of the recent update from the Advertising…
30 November 2020
Advertising Standards Authority Releases New Advertising Standards for Influencers
Kathleen Henning, Trade Mark Executive and Corinne Cole, Principal at AJ Park Law Limited, share an overview of the recent update from the Advertising…
25 November 2020
Contractor or Employee? The Decision in Leota v Parcel Express Limited
Jim Roberts, Partner and Victoria Bortsova, Solicitor at Hesketh Henry, discuss the legal distinction between contractors and employees by taking an i…
25 November 2020
Contractor or Employee? The Decision in Leota v Parcel Express Limited
Jim Roberts, Partner and Victoria Bortsova, Solicitor at Hesketh Henry, discuss the legal distinction between contractors and employees by taking an i…
23 November 2020
A ‘Watertight’ Employment Agreement – in Search of the Elusive Beast!
Catherine Stewart, Barrister and Laurie Knight, Staff Barrister, share some tips to drafting a watertight employment agreement by looking at mandatory…
23 November 2020
A ‘Watertight’ Employment Agreement – in Search of the Elusive Beast!
Catherine Stewart, Barrister and Laurie Knight, Staff Barrister, share some tips to drafting a watertight employment agreement by looking at mandatory…
19 November 2020
Bullying in the Workplace
Following the recent decision in Williams v AWF Limited [2020] NZERA 401,Kathryn McKinney, Partner at Anthony Harper, shares an overview of bullying i…
19 November 2020
Bullying in the Workplace
Following the recent decision in Williams v AWF Limited [2020] NZERA 401,Kathryn McKinney, Partner at Anthony Harper, shares an overview of bullying i…
17 November 2020
Preparing for the Privacy Act 2020
Andrew McCombie, Solicitor from Jennifer Mills & Associates shares an update into the upcoming developments to the Privacy Act commencing 1 Decemb…
17 November 2020
Preparing for the Privacy Act 2020
Andrew McCombie, Solicitor from Jennifer Mills & Associates shares an update into the upcoming developments to the Privacy Act commencing 1 Decemb…
13 November 2020
Restructuring and Redundancies, Particularly in the Wake of COVID-19
Jennifer Mills, Director atJennifer Mills & Associates, explores key issues in restructuring and redundancies, particularly in the wake of COVID-1…
13 November 2020
Restructuring and Redundancies, Particularly in the Wake of COVID-19
Jennifer Mills, Director atJennifer Mills & Associates, explores key issues in restructuring and redundancies, particularly in the wake of COVID-1…
26 October 2020
Skilled Migrant Category In The Time Of COVID-19
Mike McMellon, Partner at Pitt & Moores, explains how COVID-19 has led to unprecedented delays and a hold on the selection of expressions of inter…
26 October 2020
Skilled Migrant Category In The Time Of COVID-19
Mike McMellon, Partner at Pitt & Moores, explains how COVID-19 has led to unprecedented delays and a hold on the selection of expressions of inter…
23 October 2020
Oversupply and Undersupply: Changes to the Skills Match Report Process
Elly Fleming, Senior Solicitor at Pitt & Moore shares an overview of the recent changes to the Essential Skills Work Visa category. She looks at t…
23 October 2020
Franchising in New Zealand
Stewart Germann, Partner at Stewart Germann Law Office provides a guide to franchising in New Zealand, following fast-paced developments in recent yea…
23 October 2020
Oversupply and Undersupply: Changes to the Skills Match Report Process
Elly Fleming, Senior Solicitor at Pitt & Moore shares an overview of the recent changes to the Essential Skills Work Visa category. She looks at t…
23 October 2020
Franchising in New Zealand
Stewart Germann, Partner at Stewart Germann Law Office provides a guide to franchising in New Zealand, following fast-paced developments in recent yea…
09 October 2020
The New Border Exceptions Explained
Following the Minister of Immigration's announcement, Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal provides an overview of the new border exception category fo…
09 October 2020
The New Border Exceptions Explained
Following the Minister of Immigration's announcement, Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal provides an overview of the new border exception category fo…
28 September 2020
Insolvency and the Rural Sector
Bridie McKinnon, Senior Associate at Buddle Findlay, shares her insights into how the rural sector is recovering and dealing with insolvency as a cons…
28 September 2020
Insolvency and the Rural Sector
Bridie McKinnon, Senior Associate at Buddle Findlay, shares her insights into how the rural sector is recovering and dealing with insolvency as a cons…
20 August 2020
A Budding Industry for Cannabis Products in New Zealand
Kathleen Henning, Trade Mark Executive, Helen Bellchambers, Senior Associate and Kieran O'Connell, Principal at AJ Park Law Limited, explore how canna…
20 August 2020
A Budding Industry for Cannabis Products in New Zealand
Kathleen Henning, Trade Mark Executive, Helen Bellchambers, Senior Associate and Kieran O'Connell, Principal at AJ Park Law Limited, explore how canna…
17 July 2020
Are Discretionary Incentive Payments Part of ‘Gross Earnings’?
Jennifer Mills, Director and Andrew McCombie, Solicitor from Jennifer Mills & Associates shares an update from theHolidays Actreview Taskforce whi…
17 July 2020
Are Discretionary Incentive Payments Part of ‘Gross Earnings’?
Jennifer Mills, Director and Andrew McCombie, Solicitor from Jennifer Mills & Associates shares an update from theHolidays Actreview Taskforce whi…
25 June 2020
Extended Subsidy or Restructuring – What are Your Options at the Expiry of the Wage Subsidy?
Amanda Douglas, Partner at Wynn Williams, provides a critical update into the COVID-19 wage subsidy extension and how it could impact you. She delves…
25 June 2020
Extended Subsidy or Restructuring – What are Your Options at the Expiry of the Wage Subsidy?
Amanda Douglas, Partner at Wynn Williams, provides a critical update into the COVID-19 wage subsidy extension and how it could impact you. She delves…
17 June 2020
COVID-19 Government Announces Rent Relief for Some Affected Tenants
David Friar, Partner, together with Jane Holland, Partner and Morgan Powell, Senior Associate at Bell Gully, share their insights into the recently an…
17 June 2020
COVID-19 Government Announces Rent Relief for Some Affected Tenants
David Friar, Partner, together with Jane Holland, Partner and Morgan Powell, Senior Associate at Bell Gully, share their insights into the recently an…
29 April 2020
COVID-19: It's Advertising as Usual in New Zealand
Erich Bachmann, Managing Partner, together with Julika Wahlmann-Smith, Senior Associate and Janou Kannangara, Solicitor at Hesketh Henry, take a look…
29 April 2020
COVID-19: It's Advertising as Usual in New Zealand
Erich Bachmann, Managing Partner, together with Julika Wahlmann-Smith, Senior Associate and Janou Kannangara, Solicitor at Hesketh Henry, take a look…
20 April 2020
COVID-19: Significant Tax Changes Proposed
Tony Wilkinson, Partner, together with Fiona Heiford, Senior Associate and Maria Clezy, Senior Solicitor at Buddle Findlay provide an overview into si…
20 April 2020
COVID-19: Significant Tax Changes Proposed
Tony Wilkinson, Partner, together with Fiona Heiford, Senior Associate and Maria Clezy, Senior Solicitor at Buddle Findlay provide an overview into si…
10 March 2020
The Medicinal Cannabis Scheme in New Zealand
Kristin Wilson, Senior Associate at Bell Gully, discusses the possible impact of implementing the Misuse of Drugs (Medicinal Cannabis) Regulations 201…
10 March 2020
The Medicinal Cannabis Scheme in New Zealand
Kristin Wilson, Senior Associate at Bell Gully, discusses the possible impact of implementing the Misuse of Drugs (Medicinal Cannabis) Regulations 201…
26 February 2020
The Construction Sector: Will Anything Change?
Bassam Maghzal, Senior Associate at Buddle Findlay, questions whether there will be changes to the construction sector following the 'An examination o…
26 February 2020
Retirement Villages Association Launches KTS and Guidelines to Transit to Care
John Collyns, Executive Director of the Retirement Village Association, provides more detail on the impending guidelines on financial implications of…
26 February 2020
The Construction Sector: Will Anything Change?
Bassam Maghzal, Senior Associate at Buddle Findlay, questions whether there will be changes to the construction sector following the 'An examination o…
26 February 2020
Retirement Villages Association Launches KTS and Guidelines to Transit to Care
John Collyns, Executive Director of the Retirement Village Association, provides more detail on the impending guidelines on financial implications of…
06 December 2019
Supervision in the Immigration Advice Industry in New Zealand
Appley Boyd, Licensed Immigration Adviser at Star Immigration and Programme Manager (Immigration) at Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology discusses supe…
06 December 2019
Supervision in the Immigration Advice Industry in New Zealand
Appley Boyd, Licensed Immigration Adviser at Star Immigration and Programme Manager (Immigration) at Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology discusses supe…
29 October 2019
Introduction to the Interplay Between Employment and Immigration Law
Tina Hwang, Associate and Max Shin, Senior Solicitor at Queen City Law provide an introductory glance at the interplay between employment law and immi…
29 October 2019
Introduction to the Interplay Between Employment and Immigration Law
Tina Hwang, Associate and Max Shin, Senior Solicitor at Queen City Law provide an introductory glance at the interplay between employment law and immi…
16 September 2019
Policies, Procedures and the Exercise of Discretion
John Farrow, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses matters of policies, procedures and the exercise of discretion following Matthews v Bay of Plenty Di…
16 September 2019
Policies, Procedures and the Exercise of Discretion
John Farrow, Partner at Anderson Lloyd, discusses matters of policies, procedures and the exercise of discretion following Matthews v Bay of Plenty Di…
04 July 2019
Do Your Overtime Provisions Comply With Employment Law Legislation?
Ashley-Jayne Lodge, Partner at Cavell Leitch, discusses the recent decision that the Employment Court has issued: A stern reminder about availability…
04 July 2019
Do Your Overtime Provisions Comply With Employment Law Legislation?
Ashley-Jayne Lodge, Partner at Cavell Leitch, discusses the recent decision that the Employment Court has issued: A stern reminder about availability…
28 June 2019
Big Changes Promised From Construction Industry Review
Chapman Tripp Partners Brian Clayton and Hamish Bollanddiscuss the promise of Jenny Salesa, Building and Construction Minister, that her review will d…
28 June 2019
Big Changes Promised From Construction Industry Review
Chapman Tripp Partners Brian Clayton and Hamish Bollanddiscuss the promise of Jenny Salesa, Building and Construction Minister, that her review will d…
25 June 2019
Parent Visas - Hurry Up and Wait
Since mid-2018 the Government has made noises about reopening the Parent Residence category from time to time. The Minister of Immigration at the NZAM…
25 June 2019
Parent Visas - Hurry Up and Wait
Since mid-2018 the Government has made noises about reopening the Parent Residence category from time to time. The Minister of Immigration at the NZAM…
12 June 2019
Commercial Acquisition Agreements: Would a “Weinstein Clause” be of use for New Zealand?
Commercial acquisition agreements in the USA are reported to be increasingly including a Weinstein clause to guard against the acquisition not of asse…
12 June 2019
Commercial Acquisition Agreements: Would a “Weinstein Clause” be of use for New Zealand?
Commercial acquisition agreements in the USA are reported to be increasingly including a Weinstein clause to guard against the acquisition not of asse…
23 May 2019
'Decision ready' partnership visa applications for INZ
Queen City Law Consultant Jack Cheng and Legal Executive Hazel Dillon discuss how to prepare decision ready partnership-based visa applications which…
23 May 2019
Why it's crucial to nominate the correct Trade Mark applicant
Spruson & Ferguson Senior Associate Jacqui Symonds and Principal Blake Knowles discuss recent updates to New Zealand trade marks guidelines on own…
23 May 2019
UK courts on Contractual Appendices - Ignore at your peril
MinterEllisonRuddWatts Chair and Partner Sarah Sinclair and Solicitor Katie Keir discuss recent UK case law on Contractual Appendices with reference t…
23 May 2019
Arbitration Amendment Bill scraps 'Quick-draw' mechanism
Chapman Tripp PartnerDaniel Kalderimisdiscusses how this month's passage of the Arbitration Amendment Bill removed the controversial quick-draw mechan…
23 May 2019
'Decision ready' partnership visa applications for INZ
Queen City Law Consultant Jack Cheng and Legal Executive Hazel Dillon discuss how to prepare decision ready partnership-based visa applications which…
23 May 2019
Why it's crucial to nominate the correct Trade Mark applicant
Spruson & Ferguson Senior Associate Jacqui Symonds and Principal Blake Knowles discuss recent updates to New Zealand trade marks guidelines on own…
23 May 2019
UK courts on Contractual Appendices - Ignore at your peril
MinterEllisonRuddWatts Chair and Partner Sarah Sinclair and Solicitor Katie Keir discuss recent UK case law on Contractual Appendices with reference t…
23 May 2019
Arbitration Amendment Bill scraps 'Quick-draw' mechanism
Chapman Tripp PartnerDaniel Kalderimisdiscusses how this month's passage of the Arbitration Amendment Bill removed the controversial quick-draw mechan…
21 May 2019
International students wrongfully expelled for smoking cannabis
Simpson Grierson Partners Shan Wilson and Sally McKechnie and Senior Solicitor Rachael Judge discuss Tauranga Boys College Board of Trustees v Interna…
21 May 2019
New paid leave for Domestic Violence now in force
Shieff Angland PartnerShelley Edendiscusses changes now in force in our employment environment with more to come. Its been a busy time for employers…
21 May 2019
'Appalling' youth mental health statistics at breaking point
Bev Weber, President of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors, discusses what she argues is the "appalling" state of play of New Zealand's youth…
21 May 2019
Legalities of trespass notices to deal with challenging people
Carol Anderson,Lawyer withEducation Law NZ and Special Counsel with Auld Brewer Mazengarb and McEwen, discusses the legalities and issues relating to…
21 May 2019
Legalities of workplace drug and alcohol testing
Duncan Cotterill Partner Kirsty McDonald discusses the legal framework and challenges of drug and alcohol testing in the workplace. Introduction…
21 May 2019
International students wrongfully expelled for smoking cannabis
Simpson Grierson Partners Shan Wilson and Sally McKechnie and Senior Solicitor Rachael Judge discuss Tauranga Boys College Board of Trustees v Interna…
21 May 2019
New paid leave for Domestic Violence now in force
Shieff Angland PartnerShelley Edendiscusses changes now in force in our employment environment with more to come. Its been a busy time for employers…
21 May 2019
'Appalling' youth mental health statistics at breaking point
Bev Weber, President of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors, discusses what she argues is the "appalling" state of play of New Zealand's youth…
21 May 2019
Legalities of trespass notices to deal with challenging people
Carol Anderson,Lawyer withEducation Law NZ and Special Counsel with Auld Brewer Mazengarb and McEwen, discusses the legalities and issues relating to…
21 May 2019
Legalities of workplace drug and alcohol testing
Duncan Cotterill Partner Kirsty McDonald discusses the legal framework and challenges of drug and alcohol testing in the workplace. Introduction…
16 May 2019
Exploitation of migrant workers ripe for punishment
Laurent Law PrincipalSimon Laurent discusses migrant worker exploitation, an issue he calls a "clear and present danger" for employees. To hear more f…
16 May 2019
Impact on employer rights if referendum legalises cannabis
Ashley-Jayne Lodge, Partner in Employment Law at Cavell Leitch, discusses whether the legalisation of cannabis will impact employers' rights in the wo…
16 May 2019
Exploitation of migrant workers ripe for punishment
Laurent Law PrincipalSimon Laurent discusses migrant worker exploitation, an issue he calls a "clear and present danger" for employees. To hear more f…
16 May 2019
Impact on employer rights if referendum legalises cannabis
Ashley-Jayne Lodge, Partner in Employment Law at Cavell Leitch, discusses whether the legalisation of cannabis will impact employers' rights in the wo…
09 May 2019
Christchurch Response Category welcome but challenging
Lane Neave Immigration Partner Mark Williams discusses the new residence category for victims of the Christchurch mosque attacks. This is a welcome po…
09 May 2019
Premium pricing compensating for past pricing failures
Chris Boys, Director ofAssure Legal, discusses the performance of the domestic insurance market since September 2010, in light of news that insurers a…
09 May 2019
New crime of cartel conduct raises stakes with prospect of jail
MinterEllisonRuddWatts Partner Dr Ross Patterson, Partner Oliver Meech, Special Counsel Melanie Tollemache and Senior Associate Kristel McMeekin discu…
09 May 2019
Solving problems with Wills via High Court applications
Morris Legal Partner Sally Morris and Senior Solicitor Aria Newfield discuss how issues with wills can be resolved through High Court applications to…
09 May 2019
MBIE release of Active Choice Form under ERA changes
Bell Gully Partner Liz Coats and Solicitor Charlotte Joy discuss the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's release of its prescribed Activ…
09 May 2019
Treasury consultation on Overseas Investment Act review
Chapman Tripp Partner Bill Sandston and Senior Associate Tessa Baker discuss Treasury's consultation on the review of the Overseas Investment Act, cal…
09 May 2019
Christchurch Response Category welcome but challenging
Lane Neave Immigration Partner Mark Williams discusses the new residence category for victims of the Christchurch mosque attacks. This is a welcome po…
09 May 2019
Premium pricing compensating for past pricing failures
Chris Boys, Director ofAssure Legal, discusses the performance of the domestic insurance market since September 2010, in light of news that insurers a…
09 May 2019
New crime of cartel conduct raises stakes with prospect of jail
MinterEllisonRuddWatts Partner Dr Ross Patterson, Partner Oliver Meech, Special Counsel Melanie Tollemache and Senior Associate Kristel McMeekin discu…
09 May 2019
Solving problems with Wills via High Court applications
Morris Legal Partner Sally Morris and Senior Solicitor Aria Newfield discuss how issues with wills can be resolved through High Court applications to…
09 May 2019
MBIE release of Active Choice Form under ERA changes
Bell Gully Partner Liz Coats and Solicitor Charlotte Joy discuss the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's release of its prescribed Activ…
09 May 2019
Treasury consultation on Overseas Investment Act review
Chapman Tripp Partner Bill Sandston and Senior Associate Tessa Baker discuss Treasury's consultation on the review of the Overseas Investment Act, cal…
02 May 2019
Insurance and risk sharing since Canterbury Earthquake Sequence
Chris Boys, Director ofAssure Legal, discusses the performance of the domestic insurance market since September 2010, in light of news that insurers a…
02 May 2019
FMA settlement of Talbot insider trading case deserves scrutiny
Chapman Tripp Partner Roger Wallis and Solicitor Maxine Vercoe discuss the Financial Markets Authority's recent successful outcome against Mark Talbot…
02 May 2019
First set of new national planning standards
MinterEllisonRuddWatts Partners Bianca Tree and Rachel Devine discuss the new national planning standards, the first set of which come into effect tom…
02 May 2019
Justice Select Committee Report on Privacy Bill amendments
Bell Gully Partner Tania Goatley and Senior Associate Kristin Wilson discuss the Justice Select Committee's Report on the Privacy Bill, following the…
02 May 2019
Insurance and risk sharing since Canterbury Earthquake Sequence
Chris Boys, Director ofAssure Legal, discusses the performance of the domestic insurance market since September 2010, in light of news that insurers a…
02 May 2019
FMA settlement of Talbot insider trading case deserves scrutiny
Chapman Tripp Partner Roger Wallis and Solicitor Maxine Vercoe discuss the Financial Markets Authority's recent successful outcome against Mark Talbot…
02 May 2019
First set of new national planning standards
MinterEllisonRuddWatts Partners Bianca Tree and Rachel Devine discuss the new national planning standards, the first set of which come into effect tom…
02 May 2019
Justice Select Committee Report on Privacy Bill amendments
Bell Gully Partner Tania Goatley and Senior Associate Kristin Wilson discuss the Justice Select Committee's Report on the Privacy Bill, following the…
25 April 2019
Penalty Doctrine update: Honey Bees in the Court of Appeal
Bell Gully's Senior AssociateRichard Massey discusses the new leading judgment on the Penalty Doctrine (the rule that prevents disproportionate punish…
25 April 2019
Penalty Doctrine update: Honey Bees in the Court of Appeal
Bell Gully's Senior AssociateRichard Massey discusses the new leading judgment on the Penalty Doctrine (the rule that prevents disproportionate punish…
18 April 2019
Christchurch court fines company $250K after worker death
A WorkSafe investigation has resulted in a structural steelwork company being fined $250,000 last Thursday after a heavy steel beam fatally injured a…
18 April 2019
Wellington identifying priority earthquake prone buildings
MinterEllisonRuddWatts Real Estate team, with Ross Pickmere and Jennifer Campbell contributing, discuss how Wellington City Council (WCC) is close to…
18 April 2019
Work flexibility v Protection of vulnerable workers
Peter Cullen, Partner at Cullen - The Employment Law Firm, discusses the proposed Fair Pay Agreements and whether a balance might be struck between pr…
18 April 2019
Commerce Commission appeal a-go-go against Viagogo
Nadia Ormiston, Solicitor at Baldwins Law, discusses how the Commerce Commission has been granted leave to appeal the High Court decision in Commerce…
18 April 2019
Christchurch court fines company $250K after worker death
A WorkSafe investigation has resulted in a structural steelwork company being fined $250,000 last Thursday after a heavy steel beam fatally injured a…
18 April 2019
Wellington identifying priority earthquake prone buildings
MinterEllisonRuddWatts Real Estate team, with Ross Pickmere and Jennifer Campbell contributing, discuss how Wellington City Council (WCC) is close to…
18 April 2019
Work flexibility v Protection of vulnerable workers
Peter Cullen, Partner at Cullen - The Employment Law Firm, discusses the proposed Fair Pay Agreements and whether a balance might be struck between pr…
18 April 2019
Commerce Commission appeal a-go-go against Viagogo
Nadia Ormiston, Solicitor at Baldwins Law, discusses how the Commerce Commission has been granted leave to appeal the High Court decision in Commerce…
11 April 2019
Insurance non-disclosure lost in translation for ESL speakers
Chris Boys, Director ofAssure Legal, discusses a matter he sees cropping up more and more often in his practice: insurance non-disclosure issues for p…
11 April 2019
Application of 'game-breaker' in collective bargaining
Simpson Grierson PartnerShan Wilsonand Senior Solicitor Matt Harrop discuss Jacks Hardware and Timber Limited v First Union Incorporated[2019] NZEmpC…
11 April 2019
Copyright Directive stokes fears of new era of online censorship
Bell Gully PartnerTania Goatleyand Senior Associate Kristin Wilson discuss the concept of ownership of information in today's digital world, with refe…
11 April 2019
Insurance non-disclosure lost in translation for ESL speakers
Chris Boys, Director ofAssure Legal, discusses a matter he sees cropping up more and more often in his practice: insurance non-disclosure issues for p…
11 April 2019
Application of 'game-breaker' in collective bargaining
Simpson Grierson PartnerShan Wilsonand Senior Solicitor Matt Harrop discuss Jacks Hardware and Timber Limited v First Union Incorporated[2019] NZEmpC…
11 April 2019
Copyright Directive stokes fears of new era of online censorship
Bell Gully PartnerTania Goatleyand Senior Associate Kristin Wilson discuss the concept of ownership of information in today's digital world, with refe…
04 April 2019
Geographic Indications up for negotiation and expansion in EU NZ FTA
Baldwins Law Solicitor Joseph Bracewell discusses how Geographic Indications are up for negotiation and expansion in the EU-NZ Free Trade Agreement. A…
04 April 2019
High Court clarifies approach to reparation in health and safety sentencing in Oceana Gold
MinterEllisonRuddWatts Partner Oliver Skilton discusses how the High Court has recently clarified the approach to reparation in health and safety sent…
04 April 2019
Domestic Violence Victims Protection Act now in force
Shieff Angland Partner Shelley Eden discusses changes now in force in our employment environment with more to come. Its been a busy time for employer…
04 April 2019
High Court rules ex directors of Mainzeal liable for reckless trading
Bell Gully PartnerDavid Friarand Senior SolicitorHimmy Luidiscuss the recent High Court ruling that the former directors of Mainzeal Property and Cons…
04 April 2019
Penalty Doctrine deconstructed: ACM v Southern Demolition
Bell Gully's Senior AssociateRichard Massey discusses the recent High Court decision that has shed further light on New Zealand's approach to the "pen…
04 April 2019
Geographic Indications up for negotiation and expansion in EU NZ FTA
Baldwins Law Solicitor Joseph Bracewell discusses how Geographic Indications are up for negotiation and expansion in the EU-NZ Free Trade Agreement. A…
04 April 2019
High Court clarifies approach to reparation in health and safety sentencing in Oceana Gold
MinterEllisonRuddWatts Partner Oliver Skilton discusses how the High Court has recently clarified the approach to reparation in health and safety sent…
04 April 2019
Domestic Violence Victims Protection Act now in force
Shieff Angland Partner Shelley Eden discusses changes now in force in our employment environment with more to come. Its been a busy time for employer…
04 April 2019
High Court rules ex directors of Mainzeal liable for reckless trading
Bell Gully PartnerDavid Friarand Senior SolicitorHimmy Luidiscuss the recent High Court ruling that the former directors of Mainzeal Property and Cons…
04 April 2019
Penalty Doctrine deconstructed: ACM v Southern Demolition
Bell Gully's Senior AssociateRichard Massey discusses the recent High Court decision that has shed further light on New Zealand's approach to the "pen…
28 March 2019
Potential changes to consumer credit regime after Australian report on Credit and Financial Hardship
Buddle Findlay's Christchurch banking and finance team, Partner Jan Etwelland Senior AssociatesRebecca GreenandTim Hayward, discuss whether the…
28 March 2019
Extra damages for flagrant copyright infringement
Baldwins Law Senior AssociateThomas Huthwaiteand SolicitorSusan Hurdiscuss the High Court decision inAustralasian Performing Right Association Ltd v 3…
28 March 2019
Legal problems with sexualisation of employees
Peter Cullen, Partner at Cullen - The Employment Law Firm, discusses the problem with the sexualisation of employees as reported in high-profile cases…
28 March 2019
Tax Working Group proposes wide-ranging green taxes
MinterEllisonRuddWatts PartnerRachel Devineand Senior AssociateSimon Akozu discuss the new green taxes recommended by the Tax Working Group which, if…
28 March 2019
Potential changes to consumer credit regime after Australian report on Credit and Financial Hardship
Buddle Findlay's Christchurch banking and finance team, Partner Jan Etwelland Senior AssociatesRebecca GreenandTim Hayward, discuss whether the…
28 March 2019
Extra damages for flagrant copyright infringement
Baldwins Law Senior AssociateThomas Huthwaiteand SolicitorSusan Hurdiscuss the High Court decision inAustralasian Performing Right Association Ltd v 3…
28 March 2019
Legal problems with sexualisation of employees
Peter Cullen, Partner at Cullen - The Employment Law Firm, discusses the problem with the sexualisation of employees as reported in high-profile cases…
28 March 2019
Tax Working Group proposes wide-ranging green taxes
MinterEllisonRuddWatts PartnerRachel Devineand Senior AssociateSimon Akozu discuss the new green taxes recommended by the Tax Working Group which, if…
21 March 2019
Significance of approval of title conditions in further terms of sale
Cavell Leitch Registered Legal ExecutiveCourtney McHughdiscusses a recent trend her Property team has noticed, whereby they are receiving agreements w…
21 March 2019
How employers can avoid costly penalties and adverse employee awards
Buddle Findlay PartnerSusan Roweand Senior AssociateShaun Brookesdiscuss recent eye-catching media headlines which suggest employees have received gen…
21 March 2019
Dodgy decks of Oceanside Apartments Leak Liability
MinterEllisonRuddWatts Senior AssociateJulia Batchelor-Smithand LawyerFrank Browndiscuss the significant decision in Body Corporate S73368 v Otway whe…
21 March 2019
Significance of approval of title conditions in further terms of sale
Cavell Leitch Registered Legal ExecutiveCourtney McHughdiscusses a recent trend her Property team has noticed, whereby they are receiving agreements w…
21 March 2019
How employers can avoid costly penalties and adverse employee awards
Buddle Findlay PartnerSusan Roweand Senior AssociateShaun Brookesdiscuss recent eye-catching media headlines which suggest employees have received gen…
21 March 2019
Dodgy decks of Oceanside Apartments Leak Liability
MinterEllisonRuddWatts Senior AssociateJulia Batchelor-Smithand LawyerFrank Browndiscuss the significant decision in Body Corporate S73368 v Otway whe…
19 March 2019
Workplace relations changes a reminder to update employment agreements
Cavell Leitch Employment SolicitorJack Browndiscusses how the recent passing of theEmployment Relations Amendment Act 2018(the Amendment Act) has mean…
19 March 2019
Harmful Digital Communications Act and liability for Cyber Bullying
Simpson Grierson PartnersShan WilsonandSally McKechnieand Senior SolicitorRachael Judgediscuss theHarmful Digital Communications Actwhich is rel…
19 March 2019
New Zealand School Trustees Association on Triennial School Trustee Elections
With 2019 being aTriennial School Trustee Election year,all boards should be preparing for a changing of the guard. The New Zealand School Trustees As…
19 March 2019
Exclusive agreements to supply uniforms, equipment
Commerce Commission New Zealand has releasedProcurement Guidancefor schools on school uniforms and supplies, in accordance with theCommerce Act.The gu…
19 March 2019
Tomorrow's Schools proposed changes might benefit trustees, principals
Carol Anderson,Lawyer withEducation Law NZand Special Counsel with Auld Brewer Mazengarb and McEwen, discusses the Tomorrow's Schools Independent Task…
19 March 2019
Workplace relations changes a reminder to update employment agreements
Cavell Leitch Employment SolicitorJack Browndiscusses how the recent passing of theEmployment Relations Amendment Act 2018(the Amendment Act) has mean…
19 March 2019
Harmful Digital Communications Act and liability for Cyber Bullying
Simpson Grierson PartnersShan WilsonandSally McKechnieand Senior SolicitorRachael Judgediscuss theHarmful Digital Communications Actwhich is rel…
19 March 2019
New Zealand School Trustees Association on Triennial School Trustee Elections
With 2019 being aTriennial School Trustee Election year,all boards should be preparing for a changing of the guard. The New Zealand School Trustees As…
19 March 2019
Exclusive agreements to supply uniforms, equipment
Commerce Commission New Zealand has releasedProcurement Guidancefor schools on school uniforms and supplies, in accordance with theCommerce Act.The gu…
19 March 2019
Tomorrow's Schools proposed changes might benefit trustees, principals
Carol Anderson,Lawyer withEducation Law NZand Special Counsel with Auld Brewer Mazengarb and McEwen, discusses the Tomorrow's Schools Independent Task…
14 March 2019
Expected crackdown on misuse of market power
Lane Neave PartnerAnna Ryandiscusses the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's Discussion Paper which proposes major changes to the wordin…
14 March 2019
Mental capacity in signing of sale, purchase agreements
Cavell Leitch Property SolicitorLauren Jerarddiscusses a unique situation where clients, an older couple, were found to lack the mental capacity to go…
14 March 2019
Viagogo jurisdiction an interim no-go
Nadia Ormiston, Solicitor at Baldwins Law, discusses the recent High Court decision inCommerce Commission v Viagogo AG, where the controversial Swiss-…
14 March 2019
Why diversity on boards is good for business
Kathryn Beck, Partner at SBM Legal and President of the New Zealand Law Society, discusses the importance of diversity on boards and why it's good for…
14 March 2019
Expected crackdown on misuse of market power
Lane Neave PartnerAnna Ryandiscusses the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's Discussion Paper which proposes major changes to the wordin…
14 March 2019
Mental capacity in signing of sale, purchase agreements
Cavell Leitch Property SolicitorLauren Jerarddiscusses a unique situation where clients, an older couple, were found to lack the mental capacity to go…
14 March 2019
Viagogo jurisdiction an interim no-go
Nadia Ormiston, Solicitor at Baldwins Law, discusses the recent High Court decision inCommerce Commission v Viagogo AG, where the controversial Swiss-…
14 March 2019
Why diversity on boards is good for business
Kathryn Beck, Partner at SBM Legal and President of the New Zealand Law Society, discusses the importance of diversity on boards and why it's good for…
07 March 2019
Intellectual Property Basics for Startups
AJ Park PrincipalAnton Blijlevens discusses the essentials of Intellectual Property for startup companies. It is vital to know early on what IP protec…
07 March 2019
MBIE proposed changes to Government Procurement Rules expected to go through
Lane Neave PartnerGraeme Crombiediscusses the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's proposed changes to Government Procurement Rules (four…
07 March 2019
Employee redeployment in a restructure
SBM Legal PartnerBridget Smithand Senior AssociateMatthew McGoldrickdiscuss the difficult issue of redeployment in a restructuring process. If there a…
07 March 2019
Compromise to radical proposed Capital Gains Tax finds voice
Simpson Grierson PartnerBarney Cumberlanddiscusses what he calls the "extreme - by international standards" design of the Capital Gains Tax, proposed…
07 March 2019
Intellectual Property Basics for Startups
AJ Park PrincipalAnton Blijlevens discusses the essentials of Intellectual Property for startup companies. It is vital to know early on what IP protec…
07 March 2019
MBIE proposed changes to Government Procurement Rules expected to go through
Lane Neave PartnerGraeme Crombiediscusses the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's proposed changes to Government Procurement Rules (four…
07 March 2019
Employee redeployment in a restructure
SBM Legal PartnerBridget Smithand Senior AssociateMatthew McGoldrickdiscuss the difficult issue of redeployment in a restructuring process. If there a…
07 March 2019
Compromise to radical proposed Capital Gains Tax finds voice
Simpson Grierson PartnerBarney Cumberlanddiscusses what he calls the "extreme - by international standards" design of the Capital Gains Tax, proposed…
28 February 2019
Uncertainty after life insurance industry review looms large over all insurance sectors
Chapman Tripp PartnersPenny Sheerin,Tim WilliamsandJohn Knightdiscuss the wide-ranging impact of the Financial Markets Authority and Reserve Bank of N…
28 February 2019
Residency by foreign investment boosts immigration
Henry Brandts-Giesen,Partner at Kensington Swan, discusses New Zealand's immigration by investment programme which aims to boost capital, skills and n…
28 February 2019
Law Commission reviews DNA use in criminal investigations
The Law Commission is urging legal practitioners and their clients to provide feedback on the use ofDNA in Criminal Investigations,which is both a pow…
28 February 2019
Employment Relations Act 2000 changes to impact Aged Care sector
Shelley Eden, Partner at Shieff Angland, discusses recent and coming changes to theEmployment Relations Act 2000and the impact on the Aged Care indust…
28 February 2019
Uncertainty after life insurance industry review looms large over all insurance sectors
Chapman Tripp PartnersPenny Sheerin,Tim WilliamsandJohn Knightdiscuss the wide-ranging impact of the Financial Markets Authority and Reserve Bank of N…
28 February 2019
Residency by foreign investment boosts immigration
Henry Brandts-Giesen,Partner at Kensington Swan, discusses New Zealand's immigration by investment programme which aims to boost capital, skills and n…
28 February 2019
Law Commission reviews DNA use in criminal investigations
The Law Commission is urging legal practitioners and their clients to provide feedback on the use ofDNA in Criminal Investigations,which is both a pow…
28 February 2019
Employment Relations Act 2000 changes to impact Aged Care sector
Shelley Eden, Partner at Shieff Angland, discusses recent and coming changes to theEmployment Relations Act 2000and the impact on the Aged Care indust…
21 February 2019
Confidentiality agreements with time limits and protection of trade secrets
AJ Park Law PrincipalMark Hargreavesand Senior AssociateGrace Thomas-Edmonddiscuss whether confidentiality agreements with time limits protect trade s…
21 February 2019
ICT contract termination for convenience can be less than convenient
Buddle Findlay PartnersAllan Yeoman,Amy Ryburn,andPhilip Wooddiscuss the options when Information and Communication Technology projects fail. Terminat…
21 February 2019
Union cries rat but duty of good faith not equal to polite behaviour in collective bargaining
Lane Neave Senior AssociateKathryn McKinneydiscusses the recent Employment Court case where blow-up cartoon rats with the slogan "PaknSlave" and a ban…
21 February 2019
High Court illuminates network operator liability for quality of supply problems
Simpson Grierson PartnerJohn Shackletonand Special AdvisorChris Brownediscusstwo recent High Court judgments which considered network operator liabili…
21 February 2019
Confidentiality agreements with time limits and protection of trade secrets
AJ Park Law PrincipalMark Hargreavesand Senior AssociateGrace Thomas-Edmonddiscuss whether confidentiality agreements with time limits protect trade s…
21 February 2019
ICT contract termination for convenience can be less than convenient
Buddle Findlay PartnersAllan Yeoman,Amy Ryburn,andPhilip Wooddiscuss the options when Information and Communication Technology projects fail. Terminat…
21 February 2019
Union cries rat but duty of good faith not equal to polite behaviour in collective bargaining
Lane Neave Senior AssociateKathryn McKinneydiscusses the recent Employment Court case where blow-up cartoon rats with the slogan "PaknSlave" and a ban…
21 February 2019
High Court illuminates network operator liability for quality of supply problems
Simpson Grierson PartnerJohn Shackletonand Special AdvisorChris Brownediscusstwo recent High Court judgments which considered network operator liabili…
19 February 2019
Application of Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 to schools
Duncan Cotterill Partner Sarah Townsenddiscusses the real risks facing schools today, with a focus on how theHealth and Safety at Work Act2015ap…
19 February 2019
Educational exemptions and copyright
Ellis Terry Senior AssociateRachael Koelmeyerdiscusses when schools can obtain educational exemptions to use copyrighted works, with reference to theC…
19 February 2019
Legal challenges with privacy in education sector
BarristerKathryn Dalzieldiscusses how the issue of privacy is a constant concern to educators, with reference to Information Privacy Principles and th…
19 February 2019
Employer duty to prevent workplace bullying and harassment
Lane Neave Partner Fiona McMillanand Law ClerkImogen Littlediscuss how Workplace Bullying and Harassment is becoming an increasing concern to Wo…
19 February 2019
How to minimise risk when enforcing school uniform rules
Simpson Griersons Public Law and Government PartnerSally McKechnieand Summer ClerkSam Hartdiscuss how schools can minimise risk when enforcing s…
19 February 2019
Application of Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 to schools
Duncan Cotterill Partner Sarah Townsenddiscusses the real risks facing schools today, with a focus on how theHealth and Safety at Work Act2015ap…
19 February 2019
Educational exemptions and copyright
Ellis Terry Senior AssociateRachael Koelmeyerdiscusses when schools can obtain educational exemptions to use copyrighted works, with reference to theC…
19 February 2019
Legal challenges with privacy in education sector
BarristerKathryn Dalzieldiscusses how the issue of privacy is a constant concern to educators, with reference to Information Privacy Principles and th…
19 February 2019
Employer duty to prevent workplace bullying and harassment
Lane Neave Partner Fiona McMillanand Law ClerkImogen Littlediscuss how Workplace Bullying and Harassment is becoming an increasing concern to Wo…
19 February 2019
How to minimise risk when enforcing school uniform rules
Simpson Griersons Public Law and Government PartnerSally McKechnieand Summer ClerkSam Hartdiscuss how schools can minimise risk when enforcing s…
14 February 2019
New grace period for disclosures by inventors or applicants before filing patent applications
Mathew Campbell,registered Trans-Tasman Patent Attorney and enrolled lawyer at Ellis Terry, discusses the impact of New Zealand's ratification of the…
14 February 2019
Australian Banking Royal Commission final report
Buddle Findlay PartnersDavid Perry,Paul Farrugia,Scott Abel,andScott Barkersummarise the key points from the Australian Royal Commission into Miscondu…
14 February 2019
MBIE Copyright Act Review Issues Paper out for comment
Lane Neave PartnersGraeme CrombieandAnna Ryandiscuss the MBIE Issues Paper on the Review of theCopyright Act 1994. They urge people to have their say…
14 February 2019
Bolger-led tripartite Working Group recommendations on a workable Fair Pay Agreement system
Chapman Tripp PartnerMarie Wisker,Special CounselGeoff Carter,and Senior AssociateVonda Engelsdiscuss the recommendations from the Bolger-led triparti…
14 February 2019
New grace period for disclosures by inventors or applicants before filing patent applications
Mathew Campbell,registered Trans-Tasman Patent Attorney and enrolled lawyer at Ellis Terry, discusses the impact of New Zealand's ratification of the…
14 February 2019
Australian Banking Royal Commission final report
Buddle Findlay PartnersDavid Perry,Paul Farrugia,Scott Abel,andScott Barkersummarise the key points from the Australian Royal Commission into Miscondu…
14 February 2019
MBIE Copyright Act Review Issues Paper out for comment
Lane Neave PartnersGraeme CrombieandAnna Ryandiscuss the MBIE Issues Paper on the Review of theCopyright Act 1994. They urge people to have their say…
14 February 2019
Bolger-led tripartite Working Group recommendations on a workable Fair Pay Agreement system
Chapman Tripp PartnerMarie Wisker,Special CounselGeoff Carter,and Senior AssociateVonda Engelsdiscuss the recommendations from the Bolger-led triparti…
07 February 2019
Administrators' conflicts of interest and prior professional relationships
Chapman Tripp PartnerDaniel Kalderimisand SolicitorMoria Brengauzdiscuss administrators' conflicts of interest and prior professional relationships, w…
07 February 2019
Court of Appeal decision in Talley’s Group Limited V Worksafe New Zealand
MinterEllisonRuddWatts' Senior AssociateMatthew Ferrierand PartnerStacey Shortalldiscuss the recent Court of Appeal decision inTalleys Group Limited v…
07 February 2019
Radical changes proposed for employer-assisted temporary work visas
Lane Neave PartnersMark WilliamsandRachael Masondiscuss the Government's major proposed changes to employer-assisted work visa policies. The deadline…
07 February 2019
Administrators' conflicts of interest and prior professional relationships
Chapman Tripp PartnerDaniel Kalderimisand SolicitorMoria Brengauzdiscuss administrators' conflicts of interest and prior professional relationships, w…
07 February 2019
Court of Appeal decision in Talley’s Group Limited V Worksafe New Zealand
MinterEllisonRuddWatts' Senior AssociateMatthew Ferrierand PartnerStacey Shortalldiscuss the recent Court of Appeal decision inTalleys Group Limited v…
07 February 2019
Radical changes proposed for employer-assisted temporary work visas
Lane Neave PartnersMark WilliamsandRachael Masondiscuss the Government's major proposed changes to employer-assisted work visa policies. The deadline…
31 January 2019
MBIE conducting review of Plant Variety Rights Act
Simpson Grierson PartnerRichard Watts,Special AdvisorSarah Chapmanand Senior AssociateRaymond Scottdiscuss the MBIE's review of thePlant Variety Right…
31 January 2019
Wider context of Immigration New Zealand Policy and Character Requirements of Supporting Partners
Turner Hopkins SolicitorMahafrin Variavaconcludes her two-part series on the Character Requirements of Supporting Partners: Policy and Challenges. She…
31 January 2019
Cloud over employment contracts when working in potentially unsafe buildings
Peter Cullen, Partner at Cullen - The Employment Law Firm, discusses the uncertainty with employment contracts when it is revealed that employees have…
31 January 2019
Parent company liability for negligence of subsidiary
Bell Gully SolicitorSimone Cooperand PartnersJesse WilsonandTim Smithdiscuss the landmark case ofJames Hardie Industries Plc v White, where the Court…
31 January 2019
MBIE conducting review of Plant Variety Rights Act
Simpson Grierson PartnerRichard Watts,Special AdvisorSarah Chapmanand Senior AssociateRaymond Scottdiscuss the MBIE's review of thePlant Variety Right…
31 January 2019
Wider context of Immigration New Zealand Policy and Character Requirements of Supporting Partners
Turner Hopkins SolicitorMahafrin Variavaconcludes her two-part series on the Character Requirements of Supporting Partners: Policy and Challenges. She…
31 January 2019
Cloud over employment contracts when working in potentially unsafe buildings
Peter Cullen, Partner at Cullen - The Employment Law Firm, discusses the uncertainty with employment contracts when it is revealed that employees have…
31 January 2019
Parent company liability for negligence of subsidiary
Bell Gully SolicitorSimone Cooperand PartnersJesse WilsonandTim Smithdiscuss the landmark case ofJames Hardie Industries Plc v White, where the Court…
24 January 2019
Proposed housing and urban development authority
In March 2017,MinterEllisonRuddWatts' Environment and Planning specialists set out some tricky issues that would need to be addressed to ensure that t…
24 January 2019
Performance management a challenge when mental health concerns arise
Bell Gully PartnerRachael Brownand SolicitorSara Lomalomadiscuss the case ofFGH v RST[2018] NZEmpC 60 where Judge Corkill provided guidance on how an…
24 January 2019
Cognitive bias in ethical decision making
Barrister and mediatorPaul Sillsdiscusses Cognitive Bias in Ethical Decision Making. A well-known example of cognitive bias is confirmation bias whic…
24 January 2019
Employment Relations Amendment Act to take effect May 2019
Ashley-Jayne Lodge,Partner in Employment Law at Cavell Leitch, discusses how, last month, theEmployment Relations Amendment Actpassed through the fina…
24 January 2019
Proposed housing and urban development authority
In March 2017,MinterEllisonRuddWatts' Environment and Planning specialists set out some tricky issues that would need to be addressed to ensure that t…
24 January 2019
Performance management a challenge when mental health concerns arise
Bell Gully PartnerRachael Brownand SolicitorSara Lomalomadiscuss the case ofFGH v RST[2018] NZEmpC 60 where Judge Corkill provided guidance on how an…
24 January 2019
Cognitive bias in ethical decision making
Barrister and mediatorPaul Sillsdiscusses Cognitive Bias in Ethical Decision Making. A well-known example of cognitive bias is confirmation bias whic…
24 January 2019
Employment Relations Amendment Act to take effect May 2019
Ashley-Jayne Lodge,Partner in Employment Law at Cavell Leitch, discusses how, last month, theEmployment Relations Amendment Actpassed through the fina…
17 January 2019
Tree protection and liability if someone suffers injury
Kensington Swan AssociateBarbara Deandiscusses challenges with the protection of trees and who is responsible if something goes wrong, with reference…
17 January 2019
MBIE seeks submissions on financial adviser levy reform
MinterEllisonRuddWatts PartnerLloyd Kavanaghand Senior AssociateAndrew Suggatediscuss the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's planned fe…
17 January 2019
Tax wrap 2018 and outlook for 2019
Bell Gully tax team members PartnerWilly Sussmanand Senior SolicitorsHugh MageeandToa Vulangisummarise 2018's tax highlights, including three signific…
17 January 2019
Understanding anger and high conflict personality
Nicola Hartfield, mediator and workplace mentor, discusses how anger influences certain personality types and the importance of understanding and mana…
17 January 2019
Tree protection and liability if someone suffers injury
Kensington Swan AssociateBarbara Deandiscusses challenges with the protection of trees and who is responsible if something goes wrong, with reference…
17 January 2019
MBIE seeks submissions on financial adviser levy reform
MinterEllisonRuddWatts PartnerLloyd Kavanaghand Senior AssociateAndrew Suggatediscuss the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's planned fe…
17 January 2019
Tax wrap 2018 and outlook for 2019
Bell Gully tax team members PartnerWilly Sussmanand Senior SolicitorsHugh MageeandToa Vulangisummarise 2018's tax highlights, including three signific…
17 January 2019
Understanding anger and high conflict personality
Nicola Hartfield, mediator and workplace mentor, discusses how anger influences certain personality types and the importance of understanding and mana…
10 January 2019
Trust breached in workplace with covert recordings of conversations
Peter Cullen, Partner at Cullen - The Employment Law Firm, discusses how secret recordings of conversations in the workplace are a breach of trust, wi…
10 January 2019
Significant issues with Review of Charities Act 2005
Sue Barker,the Director of Sue Barker Charities Law and Charities Act Review Core Reference Group member, concludes her two-part series on the Review…
10 January 2019
Immigration New Zealand policy and Challenges of Character Requirements of Supporting Partners
Turner Hopkins SolicitorMahafrin Variavaexplores the Character Requirements of Supporting Partners: Policy and Challenges. In the first of a two-part…
10 January 2019
Trust breached in workplace with covert recordings of conversations
Peter Cullen, Partner at Cullen - The Employment Law Firm, discusses how secret recordings of conversations in the workplace are a breach of trust, wi…
10 January 2019
Significant issues with Review of Charities Act 2005
Sue Barker,the Director of Sue Barker Charities Law and Charities Act Review Core Reference Group member, concludes her two-part series on the Review…
10 January 2019
Immigration New Zealand policy and Challenges of Character Requirements of Supporting Partners
Turner Hopkins SolicitorMahafrin Variavaexplores the Character Requirements of Supporting Partners: Policy and Challenges. In the first of a two-part…
13 December 2018
Credit information request not a marketing opportunity: Privacy Commissioner
Kensington Swan PartnerHayley Millerand Senior AssociateGretchen Fraserdiscuss Amendment No.14 to the Credit Reporting Privacy Code which have been is…
13 December 2018
High Court provides guidance on retentions regime
MinterEllisonRuddWatts PartnerJanine Stewartand SolicitorFrank Browndiscuss the recent High Court decision inBennet v Ebert Construction Limited…
13 December 2018
Trial period headache in Roach V Nazareth Care Charitable Trust Board
Cavell Leitch Employment SolicitorJack Browndiscusses the issue of trial period provisions in the recent Employment Court case ofRoach v Nazareth Care…
13 December 2018
Credit information request not a marketing opportunity: Privacy Commissioner
Kensington Swan PartnerHayley Millerand Senior AssociateGretchen Fraserdiscuss Amendment No.14 to the Credit Reporting Privacy Code which have been is…
13 December 2018
High Court provides guidance on retentions regime
MinterEllisonRuddWatts PartnerJanine Stewartand SolicitorFrank Browndiscuss the recent High Court decision inBennet v Ebert Construction Limited…
13 December 2018
Trial period headache in Roach V Nazareth Care Charitable Trust Board
Cavell Leitch Employment SolicitorJack Browndiscusses the issue of trial period provisions in the recent Employment Court case ofRoach v Nazareth Care…
06 December 2018
Employer 'unnecessarily severe' in Gillan V Birchleigh Management Services
Lane Neave SolicitorHolly Struckmandiscusses the decision inGillan v Birchleigh Management Services Ltdwhere the Employment Relations Authority found…
06 December 2018
Governance standards of charities in Australia, the United Kingdom
Dr Michael Gousmett, Adjunct Fellow in the School of Humanities & Creative Arts (History) at The University of Canterbury and Independent Research…
06 December 2018
Employer 'unnecessarily severe' in Gillan V Birchleigh Management Services
Lane Neave SolicitorHolly Struckmandiscusses the decision inGillan v Birchleigh Management Services Ltdwhere the Employment Relations Authority found…
06 December 2018
Governance standards of charities in Australia, the United Kingdom
Dr Michael Gousmett, Adjunct Fellow in the School of Humanities & Creative Arts (History) at The University of Canterbury and Independent Research…
29 November 2018
To govern or not to govern: that is the question
Dr Michael Gousmett,Adjunct Fellow in the School of Humanities & Creative Arts (History) at The University of Canterbury and Independent Researche…
29 November 2018
Film Industry Working Group recommendations
MinterEllisonRuddWatts'Chris Young,Partner, andChris Baldock,Senior Associate, discuss how the Film Industry requiresunique employment laws, according…
29 November 2018
To govern or not to govern: that is the question
Dr Michael Gousmett,Adjunct Fellow in the School of Humanities & Creative Arts (History) at The University of Canterbury and Independent Researche…
29 November 2018
Film Industry Working Group recommendations
MinterEllisonRuddWatts'Chris Young,Partner, andChris Baldock,Senior Associate, discuss how the Film Industry requiresunique employment laws, according…
22 November 2018
Importance of application of Health And Safety At Work Act 2015 to schools
Duncan Cotterill PartnerSarah Townsenddiscusses the real risks facing schools today, with a focus on how theHealth and Safety at Work Act2015 applies.…
22 November 2018
Supreme Court: courts can declare legislation inconsistent with Bill Of Rights
Dr Edward Willis, a lecturer at the University of Aucklands Faculty of Law, discusses the recent decision inAttorney-General v Taylorwhere the Supreme…
22 November 2018
Decision reserved in Auckland High Court case of liquidators’ claim against Mainzeal directors
Bell Gully PartnerDavid Friarand Senior SolicitorHimmy Luidiscuss the likely major implications which will stem from the looming decision in the Auckl…
22 November 2018
Importance of application of Health And Safety At Work Act 2015 to schools
Duncan Cotterill PartnerSarah Townsenddiscusses the real risks facing schools today, with a focus on how theHealth and Safety at Work Act2015 applies.…
22 November 2018
Supreme Court: courts can declare legislation inconsistent with Bill Of Rights
Dr Edward Willis, a lecturer at the University of Aucklands Faculty of Law, discusses the recent decision inAttorney-General v Taylorwhere the Supreme…
22 November 2018
Decision reserved in Auckland High Court case of liquidators’ claim against Mainzeal directors
Bell Gully PartnerDavid Friarand Senior SolicitorHimmy Luidiscuss the likely major implications which will stem from the looming decision in the Auckl…
15 November 2018
Iain Lees-Galloway announces MBIE Temporary Migrant Worker Exploitation Review
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has commenced a detailed policy and operational review to improve its understanding of temp…
15 November 2018
Passage of Crown Minerals (Petroleum) Amendment Bill a failure in process
Dr Edward Willis, a lecturer at the University of Aucklands Faculty of Law, discusses theCrown Minerals (Petroleum) Amendment Billand argues that the…
15 November 2018
Iain Lees-Galloway announces MBIE Temporary Migrant Worker Exploitation Review
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has commenced a detailed policy and operational review to improve its understanding of temp…
15 November 2018
Passage of Crown Minerals (Petroleum) Amendment Bill a failure in process
Dr Edward Willis, a lecturer at the University of Aucklands Faculty of Law, discusses theCrown Minerals (Petroleum) Amendment Billand argues that the…
08 November 2018
Flawed dismissal process leads to employee win in Payne V Bupa Care Services Ltd
Lane Neave AssociateHannah Martindiscusses how a flawed dismissal process in the Employment Relations Authority casePayne v Bupa Care Services Ltd, le…
08 November 2018
Changes to Credit Contracts And Consumer Finance Act 2003 to help vulnerable borrowers
Simpson Grierson Chair and PartnerAnne Callinanand PartnerAndrew Harknessdiscuss planned changes to theCredit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act2003.…
08 November 2018
Flawed dismissal process leads to employee win in Payne V Bupa Care Services Ltd
Lane Neave AssociateHannah Martindiscusses how a flawed dismissal process in the Employment Relations Authority casePayne v Bupa Care Services Ltd, le…
08 November 2018
Changes to Credit Contracts And Consumer Finance Act 2003 to help vulnerable borrowers
Simpson Grierson Chair and PartnerAnne Callinanand PartnerAndrew Harknessdiscuss planned changes to theCredit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act2003.…
01 November 2018
Physical restraint in schools - Education (Update) Amendment Act 2017 one year on
As has been highlighted in recent media reporting, managing student behaviour can be a significant challenge for schools. Simpson Griersons Public Law…
01 November 2018
Development of trustees from Knights Templar to today's Trusts Bill
KensingtonSwan PartnerHenry Brandts-Giesendiscusses how trustees have evolved since medieval times and the historical relevance for New Zealand today.…
01 November 2018
Whose condition is it in sale and purchase agreements?
MinterEllisonRuddWatts Senior AssociateKatrine Kofoedand PartnerRoss Pickmerediscuss the recent High Court decision inLi v GSC Holdings Ltd[2018] NZHC…
01 November 2018
Physical restraint in schools - Education (Update) Amendment Act 2017 one year on
As has been highlighted in recent media reporting, managing student behaviour can be a significant challenge for schools. Simpson Griersons Public Law…
01 November 2018
Development of trustees from Knights Templar to today's Trusts Bill
KensingtonSwan PartnerHenry Brandts-Giesendiscusses how trustees have evolved since medieval times and the historical relevance for New Zealand today.…
01 November 2018
Whose condition is it in sale and purchase agreements?
MinterEllisonRuddWatts Senior AssociateKatrine Kofoedand PartnerRoss Pickmerediscuss the recent High Court decision inLi v GSC Holdings Ltd[2018] NZHC…
25 October 2018
Steel & Tube Holdings fined record $1.9m under Fair Trading Act for misleading representations
Steel & Tube Holdings Limited (Steel & Tube) has been fined a record $1.885 million for breaching theFair Trading Actby making false and misle…
25 October 2018
Pizza Hut franchise owner to pay $150k victim reparation after immigration NZ prosecution
Lane Neave AssociateHetish Lochandiscusses a recent Immigration New Zealand prosecution, part of a trend involving the exploitation of migrant workers…
25 October 2018
HRV Clean Water fined $440K for misleading claims
HRV Clean Water Limited (HRV) has been fined $440,000 after pleading guilty to making unsubstantiated claims about the benefits of its water filters a…
25 October 2018
Australian Financial Services Royal Commission Interim Report: impact on NZ
MinterEllisonRuddWatts'Fiona Tregonning,Special Counsel - Dispute Resolution and Litigation, discusses how the Hayne Royal Commission Interim Report i…
25 October 2018
Steel & Tube Holdings fined record $1.9m under Fair Trading Act for misleading representations
Steel & Tube Holdings Limited (Steel & Tube) has been fined a record $1.885 million for breaching theFair Trading Actby making false and misle…
25 October 2018
Pizza Hut franchise owner to pay $150k victim reparation after immigration NZ prosecution
Lane Neave AssociateHetish Lochandiscusses a recent Immigration New Zealand prosecution, part of a trend involving the exploitation of migrant workers…
25 October 2018
HRV Clean Water fined $440K for misleading claims
HRV Clean Water Limited (HRV) has been fined $440,000 after pleading guilty to making unsubstantiated claims about the benefits of its water filters a…
25 October 2018
Australian Financial Services Royal Commission Interim Report: impact on NZ
MinterEllisonRuddWatts'Fiona Tregonning,Special Counsel - Dispute Resolution and Litigation, discusses how the Hayne Royal Commission Interim Report i…
18 October 2018
First formal enforcement notice issued under General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe
Frith Tweedie, Digital Law Leader at EY Law New Zealand,discusses what firms can learn from Europe's first enforcement notice under the GDPR, which th…
18 October 2018
Proposed changes to High Court rules would help the bringing of representative actions
Bell Gully'sJenny Stevens,Partner;Sophie East,Partner, and Senior AssociateNick Moffattdiscuss the Rules Committee's call for submissions on proposed…
18 October 2018
First formal enforcement notice issued under General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe
Frith Tweedie, Digital Law Leader at EY Law New Zealand,discusses what firms can learn from Europe's first enforcement notice under the GDPR, which th…
18 October 2018
Proposed changes to High Court rules would help the bringing of representative actions
Bell Gully'sJenny Stevens,Partner;Sophie East,Partner, and Senior AssociateNick Moffattdiscuss the Rules Committee's call for submissions on proposed…
11 October 2018
Suicide raises question of whether employers have duty of care for employee mental health, well-being
Ashley-Jayne Lodge, Partner - Employment at Cavell Leitch, discusses what responsibility employers have for employees' mental health and well-being, f…
11 October 2018
High Court Of Australia supports use of 'holding' deeds of company arrangement
Chapman TrippsDaniel Kalderimis,Partner, andCameron Laing, Solicitor, discuss the recent High Court of Australia case,Mighty River International Limit…
11 October 2018
UK Court Of Appeal decision looms large over legal professional privilege in regulatory investigations
Bell Gully'sSophie East, Partner, andRichard Massey,Senior Associate, discuss the recent UK Court of Appeal caseENRC v SFO. The judgment has rel…
11 October 2018
Suicide raises question of whether employers have duty of care for employee mental health, well-being
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28 May 2021
The New Proposed 2021 Accredited Employer Work Visa & Employer Accreditation Explained
Lauren Qiu, Principal atStay Legal, provides an overview of the recent 7 May 2021 update about the new proposed 2021 Accredited Employer Work Visa (al…
27 May 2021
Restraint of Trade – Practical Guidance
Jennifer Mills, Director and Isabella Yu at Jennifer Mills & Associates, share their insights about restraint of trade clauses and provide practic…
27 May 2021
Restraint of Trade – Practical Guidance
Jennifer Mills, Director and Isabella Yu at Jennifer Mills & Associates, share their insights about restraint of trade clauses and provide practic…
21 May 2021
Unpacking NELP - A Clear Direction for Schools in the Online Safety Space
Pauline Spence, Community Success Specialist at Linewize, explores online safety in schools and kura, with a focus on supporting the youth, their onli…
21 May 2021
Case Study in Relation to Medical Matters - JF (Skilled Migrant) [2019] NZIPT 205411
Charlotte Summers, a Licensed Immigration Adviser at Pathways to New Zealand, provides a detailed case study in relation to medical matters, with a fo…
21 May 2021
Unpacking NELP - A Clear Direction for Schools in the Online Safety Space
Pauline Spence, Community Success Specialist at Linewize, explores online safety in schools and kura, with a focus on supporting the youth, their onli…
21 May 2021
Case Study in Relation to Medical Matters - JF (Skilled Migrant) [2019] NZIPT 205411
Charlotte Summers, a Licensed Immigration Adviser at Pathways to New Zealand, provides a detailed case study in relation to medical matters, with a fo…
20 May 2021
Successful Tenders and Related Processes
John Steadman, Partner at Chorus with Nicola Goundry discuss the most appropriate mindset by focusing on five things you should be thinking about when…
20 May 2021
Successful Tenders and Related Processes
John Steadman, Partner at Chorus with Nicola Goundry discuss the most appropriate mindset by focusing on five things you should be thinking about when…
13 May 2021
How to Negotiate Settlements in your Favour by Boosting your Skills for the Negotiation Table with Paul Sills
In an exclusive Q&A with Legalwise Seminars, Barrister and Mediator Paul Sills shares insights into negotiating settlements in your favour. He wil…
13 May 2021
How to Negotiate Settlements in your Favour by Boosting your Skills for the Negotiation Table with Paul Sills
In an exclusive Q&A with Legalwise Seminars, Barrister and Mediator Paul Sills shares insights into negotiating settlements in your favour. He wil…
07 May 2021
Mental Health at Sentencing
Donna-Maree Cross, Barrister at Lorne Street Chambers outlines how mental health considerations factor into sentencing, with practical insights into a…
07 May 2021
Mental Health at Sentencing
Donna-Maree Cross, Barrister at Lorne Street Chambers outlines how mental health considerations factor into sentencing, with practical insights into a…
29 March 2021
Territory - Do You Really Know What You Are Getting?
Stewart Germann, Partner at Stewart Germann Law Office emphasises the importance of franchisors being able to offer some sort of territory to their fr…
29 March 2021
Territory - Do You Really Know What You Are Getting?
Stewart Germann, Partner at Stewart Germann Law Office emphasises the importance of franchisors being able to offer some sort of territory to their fr…
25 March 2021
Education Law Series Part 3: Dealing with Employment Issues
Fi McMillan, Senior Associate at Anderson Lloyd, continues her series on education law.In Part 3, she highlights the employment issues that education…
25 March 2021
Education Law Series Part 3: Dealing with Employment Issues
Fi McMillan, Senior Associate at Anderson Lloyd, continues her series on education law.In Part 3, she highlights the employment issues that education…
09 March 2021
IP Culture Building: How Businesses can be Better at Capturing their IP and Commercialising their IP Effectively
Anton Blijlevens, Princial and Pritesh Lohani, Senior Associate at AJ Park, share some tips for better capturing IP and commercialising IP effectively…
09 March 2021
IP Culture Building: How Businesses can be Better at Capturing their IP and Commercialising their IP Effectively
Anton Blijlevens, Princial and Pritesh Lohani, Senior Associate at AJ Park, share some tips for better capturing IP and commercialising IP effectively…
25 February 2021
Māori and Environmental Law
Vicki Morrison-Shaw, Director at Atkins Holm Majurey, shares an overview of the interplay between Mori and environmental law by looking at Mori values…
25 February 2021
Māori and Environmental Law
Vicki Morrison-Shaw, Director at Atkins Holm Majurey, shares an overview of the interplay between Mori and environmental law by looking at Mori values…
22 February 2021
Restructuring and Redundancies: Avoiding a Personal Grievance
Jennifer Mills, Director atJennifer Mills & Associates, shares some insight into avoiding a personal grievance in relation to restructuring and re…
22 February 2021
Restructuring and Redundancies: Avoiding a Personal Grievance
Jennifer Mills, Director atJennifer Mills & Associates, shares some insight into avoiding a personal grievance in relation to restructuring and re…
18 February 2021
A Discussion with Brad Cuff on COVID-19 and Insurance Law
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Brad Cuff, Barrister at Capital Chambers, shares some insights into the impact of COVID-19 on…
18 February 2021
A Discussion with Brad Cuff on COVID-19 and Insurance Law
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Brad Cuff, Barrister at Capital Chambers, shares some insights into the impact of COVID-19 on…
16 February 2021
Sentencing and the Impact of Zhang & Ors v R
Donna-Maree Cross, Barrister, of Lorne Street Chambers outlines key impacts of Zhang & Ors v R [2019] NZCA 507 in sentencing in the methamphetamin…
16 February 2021
Sentencing and the Impact of Zhang & Ors v R
Donna-Maree Cross, Barrister, of Lorne Street Chambers outlines key impacts of Zhang & Ors v R [2019] NZCA 507 in sentencing in the methamphetamin…
15 February 2021
Smooth Sailing – the Importance of Effective Estate Administration
Henry Stokes, General Counsel and Theresa Donnelly, Legal Services Manager at Perpetual Guardian, highlight the importance of effective estate adminis…
15 February 2021
Smooth Sailing – the Importance of Effective Estate Administration
Henry Stokes, General Counsel and Theresa Donnelly, Legal Services Manager at Perpetual Guardian, highlight the importance of effective estate adminis…
28 January 2021
Education Law Series Part 2: Dealing with Legal Issues
Fi McMillan, Senior Associate at Anderson Lloyd, continues her series on education law. In Part 2, she highlights the legal issues that education prof…
28 January 2021
Education Law Series Part 2: Dealing with Legal Issues
Fi McMillan, Senior Associate at Anderson Lloyd, continues her series on education law. In Part 2, she highlights the legal issues that education prof…
25 January 2021
Impact of Cartels Legislation on Franchising
Stewart Germann, Partner at Stewart Germann Law Office discusses the impact of cartels legislation on franchising in New Zealand, by sharing an exampl…
25 January 2021
Impact of Cartels Legislation on Franchising
Stewart Germann, Partner at Stewart Germann Law Office discusses the impact of cartels legislation on franchising in New Zealand, by sharing an exampl…
18 January 2021
Economy Calls for Visa Procession for QDII Buyers in a Timely Manner
Yun Jessica Meng, Licensed Immigration Adviser at IMME Limited, shares her opinion on QDII buyers as the economy calls for visa procession to be done…
18 January 2021
Economy Calls for Visa Procession for QDII Buyers in a Timely Manner
Yun Jessica Meng, Licensed Immigration Adviser at IMME Limited, shares her opinion on QDII buyers as the economy calls for visa procession to be done…
09 December 2020
Sell Sensibly this Silly Season: Key Risks with Sales and Pricing Promotions
Julika Wahlmann-Smith, Senior Associate and Janou Kannangara, Solicitor at Hesketh Henry, outline the key risks with sales and pricing promotions ahea…
09 December 2020
Sell Sensibly this Silly Season: Key Risks with Sales and Pricing Promotions
Julika Wahlmann-Smith, Senior Associate and Janou Kannangara, Solicitor at Hesketh Henry, outline the key risks with sales and pricing promotions ahea…
09 November 2020
Is Your Environmental Claim Sustainable?
Julika Wahlmann-Smith, Senior Associate and Janou Kannangara, Solicitor at Hesketh Henry, question whether your environmental claim is sustainable or…
09 November 2020
Is Your Environmental Claim Sustainable?
Julika Wahlmann-Smith, Senior Associate and Janou Kannangara, Solicitor at Hesketh Henry, question whether your environmental claim is sustainable or…
04 November 2020
The Golden Standard: How to Manage Mental Health in the Workplace
Fiona McMillan, Partner at Lane Neave discusses what the golden standard is to managing mental health in the workplace. She explores recent case law f…
04 November 2020
The Golden Standard: How to Manage Mental Health in the Workplace
Fiona McMillan, Partner at Lane Neave discusses what the golden standard is to managing mental health in the workplace. She explores recent case law f…
28 October 2020
Enforcement of Employment Agreements
Amanda Douglas, Partner at Wynn Williams, discusses the importance of enforcing employment agreements ahead of her upcoming presentation at the Employ…
28 October 2020
Enforcement of Employment Agreements
Amanda Douglas, Partner at Wynn Williams, discusses the importance of enforcing employment agreements ahead of her upcoming presentation at the Employ…
20 October 2020
The Disciplinary Process in an Education Context
Ashley-Jayne Lodge, Partner at Cavell Leitch discusses the disciplinary process in the education context ahead of her upcoming presentation at the Und…
20 October 2020
The Disciplinary Process in an Education Context
Ashley-Jayne Lodge, Partner at Cavell Leitch discusses the disciplinary process in the education context ahead of her upcoming presentation at the Und…
17 September 2020
A Discussion with Sacha Oudyn on Negotiating Settlement Agreements
In a Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Sacha Oudyn, Special Counsel at MinterEllisonRuddWatts, shares some insight into why tax is an important…
17 September 2020
A Discussion with Sacha Oudyn on Negotiating Settlement Agreements
In a Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Sacha Oudyn, Special Counsel at MinterEllisonRuddWatts, shares some insight into why tax is an important…
26 August 2020
An Overview of the 27 July 2020 Essential Skills Work Visa Changes
Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal provides an overview of the recent 27 July 2020 changes to the Essential Skills Work Visa. Lauren explains the lab…
26 August 2020
An Overview of the 27 July 2020 Essential Skills Work Visa Changes
Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal provides an overview of the recent 27 July 2020 changes to the Essential Skills Work Visa. Lauren explains the lab…
13 August 2020
Cybersecurity for Law Firms
Campbell McKenzie, Forensic Technology Expert and Cyber Security Consultant at Incident Response Solutions, shares an overview into key issues that la…
13 August 2020
Cybersecurity for Law Firms
Campbell McKenzie, Forensic Technology Expert and Cyber Security Consultant at Incident Response Solutions, shares an overview into key issues that la…
28 July 2020
A Discussion with Sherridan Cook on Restraints of Trade and Confidential Information
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Sherridan Cook, Partner at Buddle Findlay, shares some insight into why it is important to be…
28 July 2020
A Discussion with Sherridan Cook on Restraints of Trade and Confidential Information
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Sherridan Cook, Partner at Buddle Findlay, shares some insight into why it is important to be…
23 July 2020
Consensus Building Part 2: Deciding if the Process Suits Your Dispute
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills continues his series on consensus building. In part 2, he explores how to determine whether the process of consensus…
23 July 2020
Consensus Building Part 2: Deciding if the Process Suits Your Dispute
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills continues his series on consensus building. In part 2, he explores how to determine whether the process of consensus…
07 July 2020
A Discussion with Lauren Qiu on Critical Updates to Work Visas
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal looks into the critical updates to work visas as well as…
07 July 2020
A Discussion with Lauren Qiu on Critical Updates to Work Visas
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Lauren Qiu, Principal at Stay Legal looks into the critical updates to work visas as well as…
23 June 2020
What Does a World-Leading Framework of Charities Law Look Like?
Sue Barker, Director of Sue Barker Charities Law, shares how COVID-19 has impacted the charities law sector and what needs to be done to maximise the…
23 June 2020
What Does a World-Leading Framework of Charities Law Look Like?
Sue Barker, Director of Sue Barker Charities Law, shares how COVID-19 has impacted the charities law sector and what needs to be done to maximise the…
15 June 2020
Consensus Building Part 1: Introduction to a Different Way of Facilitating Outcomes
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills begins his new series on consensus building. In part 1, he shares how consensus building is a different skill to fac…
15 June 2020
Consensus Building Part 1: Introduction to a Different Way of Facilitating Outcomes
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills begins his new series on consensus building. In part 1, he shares how consensus building is a different skill to fac…
27 May 2020
Mind Over Matter – the Characteristics of a Great Negotiator
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills looks into what makes a great negotiator."Let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate." -…
27 May 2020
Mind Over Matter – the Characteristics of a Great Negotiator
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills looks into what makes a great negotiator."Let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate." -…
20 May 2020
Five Things Businesses Should be Doing Now to Prepare for the New Privacy Act
Allan Yeoman, Partner and Keri Johansson, Senior Associate at Buddle Findlay,share 5 key tips for businesses to consider as the Privacy Bill 2018 (Bil…
20 May 2020
Five Things Businesses Should be Doing Now to Prepare for the New Privacy Act
Allan Yeoman, Partner and Keri Johansson, Senior Associate at Buddle Findlay,share 5 key tips for businesses to consider as the Privacy Bill 2018 (Bil…
05 May 2020
Dirty Tactics and What to Do About Them
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills reveals the top ten tactics in negotiation when facing an opponent using dirty tactics. These tactics are a useful g…
05 May 2020
Dirty Tactics and What to Do About Them
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills reveals the top ten tactics in negotiation when facing an opponent using dirty tactics. These tactics are a useful g…
01 May 2020
Capital Raising in the Time of COVID-19
Grant Dunn, Partner and Amy Cunniffe, Senior Associate at Buddle Findlay provide an overview into how companies can seek growth capital or tackle liqu…
01 May 2020
Capital Raising in the Time of COVID-19
Grant Dunn, Partner and Amy Cunniffe, Senior Associate at Buddle Findlay provide an overview into how companies can seek growth capital or tackle liqu…
27 April 2020
Helping Your Clients to Deal with the Devil
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills discusses how negotiations can serve as a strategy to benefit you, depending on the circumstances. He highlights tha…
27 April 2020
Helping Your Clients to Deal with the Devil
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills discusses how negotiations can serve as a strategy to benefit you, depending on the circumstances. He highlights tha…
02 April 2020
Embracing Diversity Part 5: Negotiating with Diversity
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills provides a guide to negotiating with diversity in the final part of his 5 Part series on embracing diversity. Follow…
02 April 2020
Embracing Diversity Part 5: Negotiating with Diversity
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills provides a guide to negotiating with diversity in the final part of his 5 Part series on embracing diversity. Follow…
26 March 2020
Responding to COVID-19: Operation of the Court System
Michael Smol, Solicitor, David Broadmore, Partner and Anita Birkinshaw, Special Counsel at Buddle Findlay provides a vital overview of latest updates…
26 March 2020
Responding to COVID-19: Operation of the Court System
Michael Smol, Solicitor, David Broadmore, Partner and Anita Birkinshaw, Special Counsel at Buddle Findlay provides a vital overview of latest updates…
19 March 2020
Embracing Diversity Part 4: Celebrate Our Differences
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills explores why we should celebrate our differences as humans in Part 4 of his 5 Part series on embracing diversity. Fo…
19 March 2020
Embracing Diversity Part 4: Celebrate Our Differences
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills explores why we should celebrate our differences as humans in Part 4 of his 5 Part series on embracing diversity. Fo…
09 March 2020
Health and Safety in Leasing
Sam Houliston, Senior Associate at Hesketh Henry delves into the relationship leasing has with health and safety ahead of his upcoming presentation at…
09 March 2020
Health and Safety in Leasing
Sam Houliston, Senior Associate at Hesketh Henry delves into the relationship leasing has with health and safety ahead of his upcoming presentation at…
06 March 2020
Embracing Diversity Part 3: Why are we Different?
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills explores what it is that makes humans different in Part 3 of his 5 Part series on diversity. In Part 1, he provides…
06 March 2020
Embracing Diversity Part 3: Why are we Different?
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills explores what it is that makes humans different in Part 3 of his 5 Part series on diversity. In Part 1, he provides…
10 February 2020
The Need for Implementing Trauma-Informed Practices within Legal Services
Kirsty Dempster-Rivett, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, emphasises the importance of ensuring legal practices are trauma-informed. She will be delvi…
10 February 2020
The Need for Implementing Trauma-Informed Practices within Legal Services
Kirsty Dempster-Rivett, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, emphasises the importance of ensuring legal practices are trauma-informed. She will be delvi…
04 February 2020
A Discussion with Steven Moe on Impact Investing for NFPs
We recently sat down with Steven Moe, Partner at Parry Field Lawyers, to provide his insight into changing funding attitudes and the emergence of impa…
04 February 2020
A Discussion with Steven Moe on Impact Investing for NFPs
We recently sat down with Steven Moe, Partner at Parry Field Lawyers, to provide his insight into changing funding attitudes and the emergence of impa…
28 January 2020
Embracing Diversity Part 2: The Unity Behind Diversity
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills explores how understanding and accepting universal principles is a step towards embracing diversity in Part 2 of his…
28 January 2020
Embracing Diversity Part 2: The Unity Behind Diversity
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills explores how understanding and accepting universal principles is a step towards embracing diversity in Part 2 of his…
17 December 2019
Student Discipline and the Education Act 1989
Gretchen Stone, Partner at HarrisonStone Lawyers delves into the legal framework for student discipline, with practical insights when faced with this…
17 December 2019
Student Discipline and the Education Act 1989
Gretchen Stone, Partner at HarrisonStone Lawyers delves into the legal framework for student discipline, with practical insights when faced with this…
12 December 2019
Embracing Diversity Part 1: Introduction
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills provides an introduction to embracing diversity, exploring how doing so is essential to growth in Part 1 of his 5 Pa…
12 December 2019
Embracing Diversity Part 1: Introduction
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills provides an introduction to embracing diversity, exploring how doing so is essential to growth in Part 1 of his 5 Pa…
22 November 2019
Employment & Data Issues and Challenges for Retailers
As we are nearing the busiest time of the year for New Zealand retailers, it is timely to reflect on the changes to New Zealand employment law that wi…
22 November 2019
Employment & Data Issues and Challenges for Retailers
As we are nearing the busiest time of the year for New Zealand retailers, it is timely to reflect on the changes to New Zealand employment law that wi…
06 November 2019
The Importance of Drafting a Trial Period Provision Carefully
Kathryn McKinney, Senior Counsel, together with Joy Kaur, Solicitor at Anthony Harper, emphasise the importance of drafting a trialperiod provision ca…
06 November 2019
The Importance of Drafting a Trial Period Provision Carefully
Kathryn McKinney, Senior Counsel, together with Joy Kaur, Solicitor at Anthony Harper, emphasise the importance of drafting a trialperiod provision ca…
30 October 2019
Playing Favourites: Adult Children’s Claims Against Parents’ Estates
Morris Legal's Senior Solicitor Aria Newfield and Solicitor Freya McKechnie discuss how the Family Protection Act 1955 (FPA) applies to claims by adul…
30 October 2019
Playing Favourites: Adult Children’s Claims Against Parents’ Estates
Morris Legal's Senior Solicitor Aria Newfield and Solicitor Freya McKechnie discuss how the Family Protection Act 1955 (FPA) applies to claims by adul…
16 October 2019
Licensing in New Zealand
Stewart Germann, Partner at Stewart Germann Law Office provides a guide to licensing in New Zealand.OverviewRestrictionsAre there any restrictio…
16 October 2019
Licensing in New Zealand
Stewart Germann, Partner at Stewart Germann Law Office provides a guide to licensing in New Zealand.OverviewRestrictionsAre there any restrictio…
03 October 2019
Using Mediation as a Business Tool - Part 2
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills provides an overview of practical examples of early intervention in commercial relationships using mediation in Part…
03 October 2019
Using Mediation as a Business Tool - Part 2
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills provides an overview of practical examples of early intervention in commercial relationships using mediation in Part…
13 September 2019
Artificial Intelligence - The Human Touch
Artificial Intelligence will revolutionise the professional services sector, which is no bad thing. Dr Stephen Moss, Managing Partner and Chairman at…
13 September 2019
Artificial Intelligence - The Human Touch
Artificial Intelligence will revolutionise the professional services sector, which is no bad thing. Dr Stephen Moss, Managing Partner and Chairman at…
09 September 2019
Using Mediation as a Business Tool - Part 1
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills discusses how mediation can be used as a business tool as Part 1 of his 2 Part series, ahead of his upcoming seminar…
09 September 2019
Using Mediation as a Business Tool - Part 1
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills discusses how mediation can be used as a business tool as Part 1 of his 2 Part series, ahead of his upcoming seminar…
28 August 2019
Pricing Based on Client Value
Darius Hii, Director at Chat Legal, discusses pricing strategies for clients. By now, the push for firms to consider a move away from the t…
28 August 2019
Pricing Based on Client Value
Darius Hii, Director at Chat Legal, discusses pricing strategies for clients. By now, the push for firms to consider a move away from the t…
27 August 2019
Strategic Networking: Getting the Best Bang for Your Buck
Cathryn Urquhart, Senior Consultant, Trainer and Facilitator discusses networking strategies for lawyers. Many lawyers avoid networking lik…
27 August 2019
Strategic Networking: Getting the Best Bang for Your Buck
Cathryn Urquhart, Senior Consultant, Trainer and Facilitator discusses networking strategies for lawyers. Many lawyers avoid networking lik…
20 August 2019
Better Conversations - Language, Messaging and the Lost Art of Direct Conversation
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills continues his series, Better Conversations. In Part 3, below, he explores how to avoid potentially offensive e…
20 August 2019
Better Conversations - Language, Messaging and the Lost Art of Direct Conversation
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills continues his series, Better Conversations. In Part 3, below, he explores how to avoid potentially offensive e…
25 July 2019
Better Conversations - How to have difficult conversations
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills continues his series, Better Conversations. In Part 2, below, he explores how we react when things go wrong. Read Pa…
25 July 2019
Better Conversations - How to have difficult conversations
Barrister and mediator Paul Sills continues his series, Better Conversations. In Part 2, below, he explores how we react when things go wrong. Read Pa…
10 July 2019
Better Conversations - Get Connected
The root cause of many disputes is a lack of communication leading to judgments and assumptions about the motives of others. Barrister and mediator Pa…
10 July 2019
Better Conversations - Get Connected
The root cause of many disputes is a lack of communication leading to judgments and assumptions about the motives of others. Barrister and mediator Pa…
05 July 2019
The Call for Family Lawyers to Upskill – When Knowing the Law is not Enough
Family law clients do not only present with legal problems; family law clients very often also present with trauma, high conflict, stress, poor commun…
05 July 2019
Should I Tell my Employer That I’m Looking for a New Job?
Usually it is easier to get a new job when you are already employed than when you arent. You wont need to explain why you left your last job or why th…
05 July 2019
The Call for Family Lawyers to Upskill – When Knowing the Law is not Enough
Family law clients do not only present with legal problems; family law clients very often also present with trauma, high conflict, stress, poor commun…
05 July 2019
Should I Tell my Employer That I’m Looking for a New Job?
Usually it is easier to get a new job when you are already employed than when you arent. You wont need to explain why you left your last job or why th…
12 June 2019
Commercial Acquisition Agreements: Would a “Weinstein Clause” be of use for New Zealand?
Commercial acquisition agreements in the USA are reported to be increasingly including a Weinstein clause to guard against the acquisition not of asse…
12 June 2019
Commercial Acquisition Agreements: Would a “Weinstein Clause” be of use for New Zealand?
Commercial acquisition agreements in the USA are reported to be increasingly including a Weinstein clause to guard against the acquisition not of asse…
23 May 2019
Constructive Dismissal trap and employees resigning
Peter Cullen, Partner at Cullen - The Employment Law Firm, discusses avoiding the constructive dismissal trap following the resignation of the chief e…
23 May 2019
Constructive Dismissal trap and employees resigning
Peter Cullen, Partner at Cullen - The Employment Law Firm, discusses avoiding the constructive dismissal trap following the resignation of the chief e…
21 May 2019
Legalities of workplace drug and alcohol testing
Duncan Cotterill Partner Kirsty McDonald discusses the legal framework and challenges of drug and alcohol testing in the workplace. Introduction…
21 May 2019
Legalities of workplace drug and alcohol testing
Duncan Cotterill Partner Kirsty McDonald discusses the legal framework and challenges of drug and alcohol testing in the workplace. Introduction…
16 May 2019
Changing the way we argue: Arguments as war and Mediation
Barrister and mediatorPaul Sillscontinues his series, Changing the Way We Argue. In Part 3, below, he explores arguments as war and mediation. Read Pa…
16 May 2019
Changing the way we argue: Arguments as war and Mediation
Barrister and mediatorPaul Sillscontinues his series, Changing the Way We Argue. In Part 3, below, he explores arguments as war and mediation. Read Pa…
09 May 2019
Premium pricing compensating for past pricing failures
Chris Boys, Director ofAssure Legal, discusses the performance of the domestic insurance market since September 2010, in light of news that insurers a…
09 May 2019
Solving problems with Wills via High Court applications
Morris Legal Partner Sally Morris and Senior Solicitor Aria Newfield discuss how issues with wills can be resolved through High Court applications to…
09 May 2019
Premium pricing compensating for past pricing failures
Chris Boys, Director ofAssure Legal, discusses the performance of the domestic insurance market since September 2010, in light of news that insurers a…
09 May 2019
Solving problems with Wills via High Court applications
Morris Legal Partner Sally Morris and Senior Solicitor Aria Newfield discuss how issues with wills can be resolved through High Court applications to…
02 May 2019
Use your trade mark correctly to boost your business
Baldwins Law Senior Associate Kate Giddens discusses how businesses can use their trade mark correctly. To hear more about this topic, Baldwins Head o…
02 May 2019
FMA settlement of Talbot insider trading case deserves scrutiny
Chapman Tripp Partner Roger Wallis and Solicitor Maxine Vercoe discuss the Financial Markets Authority's recent successful outcome against Mark Talbot…
02 May 2019
Recent research on how trauma affects memory
Dr Cathy Kezelman, AM, President of the Blue Knot Foundation National Centre of Excellence for Complex Trauma, discusses recent research into memory a…
02 May 2019
Use your trade mark correctly to boost your business
Baldwins Law Senior Associate Kate Giddens discusses how businesses can use their trade mark correctly. To hear more about this topic, Baldwins Head o…
02 May 2019
FMA settlement of Talbot insider trading case deserves scrutiny
Chapman Tripp Partner Roger Wallis and Solicitor Maxine Vercoe discuss the Financial Markets Authority's recent successful outcome against Mark Talbot…
02 May 2019
Recent research on how trauma affects memory
Dr Cathy Kezelman, AM, President of the Blue Knot Foundation National Centre of Excellence for Complex Trauma, discusses recent research into memory a…
18 April 2019
How to find time to get things done when you're busy
Heather Gibson, Director of Finer Details Concierge and Organiser Services, discusses how time poor people can find the time to get things done. Heath…
18 April 2019
New Australian laws ban streaming of 'abhorrent violent material' post-Christchurch
Dentons Partner Robyn Chatwood discusses this month's speedy introduction of the new Australian laws which outlaw the hosting and streaming of "abhorr…
18 April 2019
Commerce Commission appeal a-go-go against Viagogo
Nadia Ormiston, Solicitor at Baldwins Law, discusses how the Commerce Commission has been granted leave to appeal the High Court decision in Commerce…
18 April 2019
How to find time to get things done when you're busy
Heather Gibson, Director of Finer Details Concierge and Organiser Services, discusses how time poor people can find the time to get things done. Heath…
18 April 2019
New Australian laws ban streaming of 'abhorrent violent material' post-Christchurch
Dentons Partner Robyn Chatwood discusses this month's speedy introduction of the new Australian laws which outlaw the hosting and streaming of "abhorr…
18 April 2019
Commerce Commission appeal a-go-go against Viagogo
Nadia Ormiston, Solicitor at Baldwins Law, discusses how the Commerce Commission has been granted leave to appeal the High Court decision in Commerce…
11 April 2019
Trouble-shooting when a compliance document stalls
Jodie Flowerday, a Policy Advisor working in the New Zealand tertiary sector, discusses how to trouble-shoot a problem which can crop up in the…
11 April 2019
Why having a sense of entitlement is not good leadership
Leadership Coach and Business PsychologistJasbindar Singhdiscusses why having a sense of entitlement is not good leadership. Our sense of entitlement…
11 April 2019
Trouble-shooting when a compliance document stalls
Jodie Flowerday, a Policy Advisor working in the New Zealand tertiary sector, discusses how to trouble-shoot a problem which can crop up in the…
11 April 2019
Why having a sense of entitlement is not good leadership
Leadership Coach and Business PsychologistJasbindar Singhdiscusses why having a sense of entitlement is not good leadership. Our sense of entitlement…
04 April 2019
Changing the Way we Argue: Why go to war
Barrister and mediatorPaul Sillscontinues his series, Changing the Way We Argue. In Part 2, below, he asks: Why go to War? Arguing can be a very posit…
04 April 2019
High Court rules ex directors of Mainzeal liable for reckless trading
Bell Gully PartnerDavid Friarand Senior SolicitorHimmy Luidiscuss the recent High Court ruling that the former directors of Mainzeal Property and Cons…
04 April 2019
Changing the Way we Argue: Why go to war
Barrister and mediatorPaul Sillscontinues his series, Changing the Way We Argue. In Part 2, below, he asks: Why go to War? Arguing can be a very posit…
04 April 2019
High Court rules ex directors of Mainzeal liable for reckless trading
Bell Gully PartnerDavid Friarand Senior SolicitorHimmy Luidiscuss the recent High Court ruling that the former directors of Mainzeal Property and Cons…
28 March 2019
Five steps to kickstart your digitisation strategy
Arken.legal LimitedChief Executive Lincoln Watson discusses how technology is having an effect on legal practice today, with reference to Estate Plann…
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