Harkness Henry

Welcome to Harkness Henry

Congratulations to the winner of the client survey voucher for December: MMG of Paeroa

Our people

We pride ourselves on the depth and distinction of our team, covering all aspects of law.

Our thinking

We like to share our insights and perspective on certain legal issues – take a read of the latest articles from our experts.

Be aware of “Avoidance Policies”

when developing in coastal area

Read our latest articles

Our services

With the breadth of expertise in our team, we provide legal counsel across the board.

How can we help you today?

Welcome to Harkness Henry

Congratulations to the winner of the client survey voucher for December: MMG of Paeroa

How can we help you today?

One of the things we pride ourselves on is the depth and distinction of our team, covering all aspects of law.

Alcohol licensing Commercial law Commercial litigation Construction law Employment law Estate planning Finance law Health law Insolvency law Not-for-profit organisations Property law Relationship property law Resource management law Rural law Trust law

Our difference is in relationship

While it’s the business that sustains us, it’s the people that drive us. We do what we do to help people – our clients are key. And our open, accurate and one-step-ahead approach means achieving the best for them, every time.

Meet our team

Warren Scotter

Consultant
Litigation

Matthew Peploe

Partner
Private Client

Erica Quilter

Associate
Commercial

Annette Edwards

Senior Associate
Commercial

Jessica Mathieson

Solicitor
Resource Management, Employment & Alcohol Licensing

Jessica Matena

Associate
Litigation

Karen Shaw

Senior Associate
Litigation

Murray Branch

Consultant
Litigation

Jillene Peters

Associate
Private Client

Paul Middlemiss

Partner
Commercial

Meet our team

Our latest thinking

Be aware of “Avoidance Policies” when developing in coastal area

When interpreting “Avoidance Policies” in the National Coastal Policy Statement (the NZCPS), the courts are adopting a strict approach that requires absolute avoidance of adverse effects on the values protected. That approach could significantly limit the ability to obtain a resource consent for any activities on and around New Zealand’s coastal area where “avoidance policies” are triggered. It could also apply to other resource management areas.

20 December 2019 Sector Resource Management

Want to cancel a conditional contract without complying with your own conditions? Think again

The story of the purchaser who got more than he bargained for …

14 November 2019 Sector Commercial

Getting disclosure of relationship property after separation

Often the biggest hurdle in resolving relationship property matters after a separation is getting disclosure of the assets and liabilities. If your partner is not providing you with disclosure, you can seek discovery orders from the Court before substantive proceedings are commenced.

11 November 2019 Sector Relationship property

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