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To keep up to date with and read about our latest news and events visit here regularly. Our posts will cover events and news that relate directly to our practice, while also updating you on important legal issues and updates.

June 24, 2021

A guide to KiwiSaver withdrawals and First Home Grants

The KiwiSaver first home withdrawal and First Home Grants are two completely separate processes. However, if you are eligible, the […]
June 14, 2021

Proposed Changes to hate crime and hate speech laws

The Government is proposing amendments to current hate speech and hate crime laws in the wake of the Royal Commission […]
June 3, 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 valid Will in place, it […]
May 25, 2021

Recent Change to the Bright-Line Test

The new rules around the bright-line test have been hard to miss in recent days, but what do they mean […]
May 19, 2021

New Zealand / Australia travel bubble requirements

COVID-19 is ravaging the world. New Zealand and Australia have fared well in containing and limiting its impact on their […]
May 6, 2021

Leaving chattels under a Will

There is a presumption often made by the will maker that they can leave the chattels they have to the […]
May 3, 2021

Strowan Law has merged with Pier Law!

We have expanded!  We are delighted to announce that on 1 May 2021 Strowan Law merged with Pier Law.  Indira […]
April 29, 2021

Online harassment: Where and how to get help

In an ever-expanding digital world, we will inevitably find ourselves the victim of some form of harmful digital communication. The […]
April 8, 2021

Traps when buying a used car

While the process of buying a used car is usually completed without legal advice, it is useful to refresh the […]