Resources and Newsletters

October 6, 2025

Local Roots, Lasting Impact: Celebrating Pétra’s Contribution to Whanganui

October 12, 2025

Resolving Disputes: Litigation, Mediation or Arbitration?

October 3, 2025

Meet Scott and Brittany: The Faces Behind our Litigation Practice

July 16, 2025

5 Common Myths About Wills - And the Truth Behind Them

July 9, 2025

What Happens If You Die Without a Will?

July 2, 2025

What Happens to the Family Home in a Separation?

June 25, 2025

Your Personal Legal Checklist for Every Stage of Life

June 18, 2025

How to Help Your Ageing Parents with Estate Planning

June 11, 2025

Is Your Family Trust Still Fit for Purpose?

June 5, 2025

Sharemilking Agreements: What Every Farm Owner and Sharemilker Should Know

June 2, 2025

Five Common Mistakes in Farm Leases – And How to Avoid Them

May 9, 2025

Understanding Employment Agreements: A Self-Help Guide

A guid to employment contracts, rights and responsibilities of both employer and employees

May 7, 2025

Update on Our Garry Spooner Scholarship Winners: Emelye, Amelia, and Zeah

An update from Garry Spooner Graduate Scholarship Winners on their first few months on the job at Treadwell Gordon

May 7, 2025

Why Handshake Deals Are No Longer Enough: The Case for Formal Rural Leases

For rural leases, ensure you have a written agreement in place to protect your interests.

May 7, 2025

Succession Planning: The Key Is to Start Now

The importance of succession planning, what it is and how to get started

February 20, 2025

Essential Tips for Not-for-Profits

Running a not-for-profit? Discover key strategies for compliance, financial management, governance, fundraising, and more to help your organisation thrive.

February 20, 2025

Staying Positive Through Separation – Some Key Points to Remember

Going through a separation? Discover expert advice on staying positive, managing emotions, and planning for the future—especially during the holiday season.

December 9, 2024

Child Support Calculations - Update

As we approach the end of 2024, it's important for parents and caregivers to stay informed about the latest updates in child support calculations. Inland Revenue (IRD) has made several adjustments to ensure that child support payments remain fair and reflective of current economic conditions.

November 17, 2024

Rural employment agreements in New Zealand

Rural employment agreements in New Zealand are more than just legal documents; they are a commitment to fair employment, animal welfare, biodiversity, and sustainable farming practices.

October 16, 2024

The ethics of inheritance and family dynamics

Fairness and recognition of individual contributions are key to resolving inheritance disputes as well as open communication and clear planning within families.

September 18, 2024

Why is legal advice important before signing a land lease?

Dealing with rural land leases can be tricky because there are so many different types, each with its own rules and ‘hooks’.

September 12, 2024

Farm acquisition – environmental farm compliance

Prospective farm buyers must consider a myriad of factors that can impact the viability and sustainability of their agricultural operation.

September 2, 2024

Succession planning – Involving all the right people at the right time, particularly your lawyer

Engaging a lawyer early in the succession planning process is a strategic move that adds significant value.

August 19, 2024

Unlock your property’s potential: a step-by-step guide to subdividing

Subdividing your property can be a great way to maximise the value from a large section or area of land.

August 16, 2024

No close family members – do I still need a will?

Creating a will without close family members is still very important to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Here are some steps you can follow to create a will