Stay Sharp June 2017
The recent global cyber attack has kept many businesses on tenterhooks this week, with the Port of Tauranga using manual systems to process Maersk vessels. We are lucky that our…
Company Law – Signing Up As A Company Prior To Incorporation
On occasion, people sign documents in the name of or on behalf of a company that does not exist, but with the intent to form that company in the very…
Stay Sharp February 2017
The lazy summer days are coming to an end, the kids are back at school and the team are all on deck, recharged and ready to take on 2017. In…
Penalty Payments Under Contracts
Anybody who enters into contracts as part of a construction contract will be familiar with the idea of “liquidated damages”. These clauses outline the amount of money which is payable…
Enduring Powers Of Attorney – Changes Are Coming
Amended regulations for Enduring Powers of Attorney will come into force on 16 March. The regulations will include new plain language Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) forms and a plain…
Changes To Skilled Migrant Visas
Solicitor Michelle Urquhart was interviewed recently on her views in relation to the recent changes. Read the story here.
Stay Sharp December 2016
December has flown by and with the Christmas rush in full effect we aim to keep this newsletter short and sweet. With retail sales booming, Law Clerk, Alexia Grindle clarifies…
Fmca Transition Period Ends
As of yesterday, 1 December 2016, the 2 year transition period under the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (“FMCA”) officially came to an end. Now, all offers of financial products…
Selling A Unit Title? Here’s What You Need To Know
Are you looking at buying or selling an apartment? If so, there are key provisions of the Unit Titles for information disclosure which you need to be aware of. Note:…
Consumer Exchange Law
Heading into the most popular purchasing season of the year means it is the perfect time for a refresher on your consumer exchange rights. The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 sets…