Harkness Henry

Welcome to Harkness Henry

Our doors have officially opened at our Hamilton office today, and on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Paeroa office starting from next week.

Our thinking

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

Are you ready for

Waikato Regional Plan Change 1?

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Our people

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

Meet our people

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

Our doors have officially opened at our Hamilton office today, and on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Paeroa office starting from next week.

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

Dr. Joan Forret

Partner
Resource Management, Alcohol Licensing and Public Works Act

Mark Thomson

Consultant
Private Client

Sarah Rawcliffe

Partner
Litigation

Jay Rajendram

Solicitor
Resource Management, Employment and Alcohol Licensing

Jessica Matena

Associate
Litigation

Susan-Jane Davies

Partner
Employment, Health and Safety and Education

Katelyn Silvester

Solicitor
Private Client

Pervinder Kaur

Associate
Resource Management and Alcohol Licensing

Teresa Baird

Office Manager

Murray Branch

Consultant
Litigation

Meet our team

Our latest thinking

Are you ready for Waikato Regional Plan Change 1?

As you may know that on 22 April, Waikato Regional Council has notified its decision on the Proposed Waikato Regional Plan Change 1 for the Waikato and Waipa River Catchments. The article below provides an overview about the Plan Change 1, new rules and its effect on farming activities.

22 May 2020 Sector Resource Management

Know your lease - the importance of understanding (and negotiating) the terms of your commercial lease

The attention paid to the no access clause in the current version of the ADLS commercial lease is a timely reminder to both landlords and tenants of the importance of being familiar with the provisions of your lease. This article highlights the importance of both knowing the terms of your lease, as well as negotiating its terms prior to entering into it, in order to put yourself in the best position possible.

12 May 2020 Sector Commercial

Tighten up your terms as we head into tougher times

When cash can’t be king, make sure you have the next best thing.

11 May 2020 Sector Commercial

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