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Our legal articles are written by lawyers and legal executives and discuss legal aspects relating to industries, businesses and individuals as well as focusing on everyday legal topics of interest. These articles provide information to help educate our clients on different topics and current events in the law. They may raise additional questions. Please do not hesitate to contact us with your questions or to discuss your individual situation in more detail.
Starting the Year Right: Review Your Will & Enduring Power of Attorney
Starting the Year Right: Review Your Will & Enduring Power of Attorney A new year naturally brings a sense of…
Reforming New Zealand’s Resource Management Act: An overview of what the new Proposed Legislative Changes Mean
Reforming New Zealand’s Resource Management Act: An overview of what the new Proposed Legislative Changes Mean Overview of the Reform…
Neighbourhood Harmony: Recognising and Managing Common Conflicts
Rising housing density, together with continual shifts in legislation, is leading to a noticeable increase in neighbour‑to‑neighbour legal conflicts. Issues…
Care of Children Considerations after Separation
It can be a challenging and emotional time when parents decide to separate. Care arrangements for children is a significant…
Climate Risks Push New Zealand Homes Into Insurance Crisis
New Zealand’s housing market is facing a new threat by way of climate change. As floods, erosion, and landslips escalate,…
Clients at Risk: AI landing Litigants and Legal Counsel in Hot Water
Artificial intelligence (“AI”) is no longer knocking at the door of the legal profession — it’s in the courtroom and…
Healthy Homes Compliance: Now in Full Force
From 1 July 2025, Healthy Homes Standards are mandatory. Ensure your property meets heating, insulation, and ventilation requirements to avoid…
The growing popularity of co-ownership as a way of investing in property
Co-ownership in property refers to a legal arrangement where two or more individuals jointly own a piece of real estate.…
Landlords Beware: Navigating Exemplary Damages under the Residential Tenancy Act
Employer clients are asking us about the process and fees for the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) which allows businesses…
If in doubt, contract out!
A recent Supreme Court case, Sutton v Bell [2023] NZSC 65, is another example of Trusts not being enough to…
How do I know if my Will needs Updating?
Think about the biggest life change you’ve had in the past year. The past five years? Now think about what’s…
Why Shareholder Agreements are a good idea
There are a huge number of reasons why having a shareholder agreement in place is highly advisable. Some are practical…
Accredited Employer Work Visa
Employer clients are asking us about the process and fees for the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) which allows businesses…
Is it a Loan or Gift?
We are often asked to give advice in respect of loan and security agreements that were not documented at the…
Sports related concussion lawsuits
Harris Tate Associate and Sports Lawyer, Michelle Igasan’s article on Head Injuries and Concussions is discussed in this month’s edition…
Compliance for Small Business
Compliance gets a bad rap because it is immediately associated with laws, constraints, inspections, audits and penalties for those who…
Unit Titles Act Changes
Unit Titles Act – changes afoot to modernise and strengthen existing legislation The Unit Titles (Strengthening Body Corporate Governance and…
Trust Act Update
Grant Harris, a director of Harris Tate Lawyers, and Michelle Igasan, an Associate of the firm, recently presented to the…
Taking Privacy Seriously
The new Privacy Act 2020: overview of changes to New Zealand’s privacy laws and its impact on Landlords and Property…
The rise of class actions relating to head injuries in sport
The rise of class actions for concussion related head injuries sustained while playing sport is on the rise. This may…
Residential Care Subsidy and changes to Trust Law
In the later stages of life, residential care may become necessary and/or desirable for various reasons. The costs of long-term…