I’ve been cut out of their Will… what now?
If you have been excluded from your parent’s Will, or left a very small gift, you may have the right to challenge the Will. This article provides you with a summary of your rights.
Harkness Henry and Cambridge Law join forces
We’re delighted to share that Harkness Henry is extending our ability to service local clients across the Mighty Waikato. The great team at Cambridge Law will join the Harkness Henry family and brand from 1 April this year adding to our existing offices in Hamilton and Paeroa with a new Harkness Henry office at 57 Queen St, Cambridge.
How will the Proposed Waikato District Plan impact subdivision opportunities?
If you are looking to subdivide land, there are important changes to the Waikato District Plan you need to be aware of.
Issues to consider and steps to take when winding up a trust
In deciding whether to wind up a trust the trustees should take into account the circumstances of the beneficiaries of the trust, the terms of the trust deed and obtain legal and tax advice. This article sets out some of the reasons why you may want to wind up a trust, matters that should be checked before winding up a trust, and the steps that need to be taken to wind up a trust.
New war on NIMBYs
New Zealand’s urban areas could look very different in the coming years if a sweeping townhouse bill passes into law.
Rent Abatement – Levelling the playing field
Changes to the Property Law Act mean that tenants may now be able to claim a rent abatement even when the lease agreement does not provide for this. In this article we set out the changes and what it means for landlords and tenants.
No Work, No Pay? Not likely – The status of employees unable to work during lockdown
Do employers need to pay employees who are ready and willing but unable to work from home? The short answer is – most probably. Guidance from the Employment Relations Authority (ERA) and the Employment Court suggests that this obligation is not displaced by the inability of employees to work remotely.
Duplexes without resource consent?
Changes are coming to help with housing developments under the Resource Management Act.
Planning to use Kiwisaver for your first home purchase? Here are 5 things you need to know
Kiwisaver can be a great cash injection for your first home purchase. However many purchasers aren’t sure how the process works, resulting in frustration, delays and even not being able to access your Kiwisaver fund. This article explores how Kiwisaver works in practice and what you need to know.
The Importance of Shareholder Agreements
When you are entering into a new venture the opportunities seem endless and everyone is positive about goals and working relationships. However, as we unfortunately see so often in our litigation team, things do not always go to plan. A well drafted shareholder agreement can be worth its weight in gold when working relationships sour.