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Is working from home still working?
Working from home seems to be a contentious topic this year, with some high-profile examples of companies wanting to peel back hybrid working, while others are specifically building their businesses around this style of work. Flexible working looks likely to get a boost in the UK, for example, with the Labour government set to introduce proposed law changes which would enhance the ability for employees to work flexibly. This article explores working from home, including employer and employee rights in this space and other legal considerations. …
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. …
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.…
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…
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…
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…
Industry Developments
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.…
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.…
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.…
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.…
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.…
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…
Expert Opinions
Is working from home still working?
Working from home seems to be a contentious topic this year, with some high-profile examples of companies wanting to peel back hybrid working, while others are specifically building their businesses around this style of work. Flexible working looks likely to get a boost in the UK, for example, with the Labour government set to introduce proposed law changes which would enhance the ability for employees to work flexibly. This article explores working from home, including employer and employee rights in this space and other legal considerations. …
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. …
What You Need to Know with Dr Mark: May 2024 Edition
In this May 2024 Legalwise edition of "What you Need to Know with Dr Mark", Dr Mark Pizzacalla discusses ATO audits and some of the things that you can do to help make your business Audit Ready. …
The uneasy interplay between employment law and immigration law
Elly Fleming & Heather Collins navigates the intersection of immigration and employment law.…
Trials and tribulations of trial periods: what an employer needs to know
Learn the ins and outs of the Employment Relations (Trial Periods) Amendment Act 2023 to avoid costly mistakes and unjustified dismissals.…
Amnesty for Overstayers?
Simon Graham, Partner, and Austin Lange, Senior Solicitor at Young Hunter Lawyers join Legalwise Insights to explore the ramifications…
How much do you earn?
Jodi Sharman, Partner and Bridget Perkins, Law Graduate at Hesketh Henry join Legalwise Insights to explore the current New Zealand legal…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Education Law Series Part 4: Health and Well-being
Fi McMillan, Senior Associate at Anderson Lloyd, continues her series on education law. In Part 4, she highlights the health and well-being that educa…
Education Law Series Part 4: Health and Well-being
Fi McMillan, Senior Associate at Anderson Lloyd, continues her series on education law. In Part 4, she highlights the health and well-being that educa…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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