Commercial contracts and climate change: Time to think differently

There are many ways to get involved in fighting climate change, but it can feel…

Overview of the End of Life Choice Act 2019

The End of Live Choice Act 2019 came into effect in November 2021 (“the Act”)….

What is a testamentary guardian and what they can/can’t do

Generally, a mother and father are referred to as the natural guardians of their child….

Leaving chattels under a Will

There is a presumption often made by the will maker that they can leave the…

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…

Recent Change to the Bright-Line Test

The new rules around the bright-line test have been hard to miss in recent days,…

A guide to KiwiSaver withdrawals and First Home Grants

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

New Zealand / Australia travel bubble requirements

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

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….

Enduring Powers of Attorney – A brief guide

Life can be uncertain and we never know what is just around the corner. No…

Modifying or extinguishing restrictive covenants

A restrictive covenant is a contract between two parties that is restrictive in nature; a…