Tenants in common – when only one wants to sell

Property sharing agreements are becoming more prevalent as individuals seek certainty of outcomes, where unforeseen…

Removal of incapacitated trustees under the new Trusts Act 2019

The new Trusts Act 2019 has had a far-reaching impact on all aspects of trust…

New Zealand / Australia travel bubble requirements

COVID-19 is ravaging the world. New Zealand and Australia have fared well in containing and…

A guide to KiwiSaver withdrawals and First Home Grants

The KiwiSaver first home withdrawal and First Home Grants are two completely separate processes. However,…

Changes to sick leave entitlements

As has been anticipated, there are some proposed changes to the Holidays Act 1993 (“the…

Traps when buying a used car

While the process of buying a used car is usually completed without legal advice, it…

Proposed Changes to hate crime and hate speech laws

The Government is proposing amendments to current hate speech and hate crime laws in the…

Three waters debate

Water is a precious and essential resource for us all. Its use and sustainability are…

New purchase price allocation rules

The purchase price allocation (“PPA”) income tax rules came into effect on 1 July 2021….

How to create a Will that is as Claim-Proof as possible

Claims against Estates happen and they are becoming increasingly common. Even if there is a…

Strowan Law has merged with Pier Law!

We have expanded!  We are delighted to announce that on 1 May 2021 Strowan Law…

Changes to tax deductability on interest expenses

In late March earlier this year, the Labour Government announced a number of changes regarding…