Employment Leave Act 2026: Preparing for Change
New Zealand’s employment leave framework is set for a significant overhaul following the enactment of the Employment Leave Act 2026,…
Supreme Court Treats a Contracting Out Agreement as a Will
In Rimmer v Wilton, a Contracting Out Agreement (COA – also known as a prenuptial agreement) was interpreted as Will…
Wills
We understand why many people put off making or reviewing their Will. We get it, it’s sobering to think about…
Kiwisaver withdrawal for home purchase
In New Zealand, the KiwiSaver Act 2006 and associated regulations allow and govern withdrawals from KiwiSaver accounts for the purpose…
Retirement Villages
Purchasing a residence in a retirement village offers numerous benefits, particularly for individuals seeking a secure and supportive living environment…
Review Your Contracting Out Agreement and Will
If you have a contracting out agreement (also known as a prenup) or will (or no will), you should review…
Interview with Kirsty Jones about our involvement in the Trees of Remembrance project
Before we were announced as People’s Choice Winner of the 2025 @nelsonairportnewzealand Trees of Remembrance, our very own Kirsty Jones…
Trees of Remembrance: A festive tribute at Nelson Airport
The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the tradition of decorating Christmas trees. This year, the team…
Divorce and Trust-busting in the 2020s – Preston v Preston [2021] NZSC 154
Jay Pierce from our [family law, relationship property] team explores…. Introduction The Supreme Court have issued an important case about…
Just when you thought the marriage was over
The costs of spousal maintenance could have you paying your ex-spouse over $2,000 per week until proceedings are finished. Jay…