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August 14, 2024
A big mistake is not including all your assets, which can cause arguments or lead to the wrong people getting things. Make sure to include everything you own and say exactly who should get what to prevent any problems.
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August 12, 2024
Succession planning is crucial not only for the longevity of your business, whether it's a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) or a farming operation, but also for securing your family's future
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August 9, 2024
When hiring workers, whether on a permanent, fixed-term, or casual basis, you are legally required to have a written individual employment agreement. This includes
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June 12, 2024
In unit title ownership, which is very common in multi-owner buildings like apartments, you own your individual unit plus a share of communal areas. Additionally, you're part of a body corporate responsible for managing these shared spaces and setting regulations, which requires that you follow its rules and payment of associated fees.
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June 14, 2024
The Brightline test, an essential element of property tax law, has been significantly updated. This test determines if profits from selling residential properties are taxable. Starting 1 July 2024, it will only apply if a property is sold within two years of purchase.
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June 17, 2024
We consider trusts to be a key component in any estate planning, serving as a tool to safeguard assets, manage wealth, and guarantee that beneficiaries are granted their rightful inheritance, in accordance with the wishes of the settlors—the individuals who establish the trust.
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June 19, 2024
Commercial conveyancing is an important aspect of business operations for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It can include offices, shops, industrial units, or any other type of commercial premises.
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April 12, 2024
Are you a director of your own company or some other company? Do you know and understand your rights and obligations?Many directors of small private companies don’t fully understand what the role encompasses. We explain what being a director means for you.As a director, you are appointed to manage the company’s business and affairs.
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April 16, 2024
You’ve bought your first home and are very excited but also nervous. Settlement day is looming but what happens on that day?Settlement day is your final step in buying a residential property in New Zealand. On this day, you pay the balance of the purchase price to the seller and the property becomes yours.
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April 18, 2024
A will is a vital document that protects your assets and your family. It tells the law how you want your estate - your money, property, and personal items - to be divided when you pass away. It also lets you choose a person or organisation to manage your estate and follow your directions.
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February 16, 2024
Relationship property is the property that is shared between partners when a relationship ends. The Property (Relationships) Act 1976 is the law that governs how the property of couples who are married, in a civil union, or in a de facto relationship is divided.
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February 1, 2024
Buying or selling a business can be a complex and lengthy process that requires careful preparation, and professional advice for you to achieve a successful outcome. Whether you are a buyer or a seller, you need to understand the process, the legal requirements, and the risks involved. Here are some key steps to consider when buying or selling a business.
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January 19, 2024
As a full-service law firm, we offer comprehensive legal services for clients across various sectors and industries. Whether you need advice, representation, or litigation, we have the expertise and experience to handle your legal matters effectively and efficiently.
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December 13, 2023
Treadwell Gordon, the largest and oldest law firm in the Whanganui, Rangitikei, South Taranaki and Waimarino regions, has announced the inaugural winners of their newly launched scholarship programme. The firm is proud to introduce Zeah Brewer, Amelia Bryant and Emelye Brown as the recipients of the 2023 Treadwell Gordon – Garry Spooner Scholarship.
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November 8, 2023
As lawyers, we know how important it is to have access to quality legal services, especially when you are facing a challenging situation. However, we also understand that not everyone can afford to hire a lawyer, particularly a lot of the not-for-profit organisations in New Zealand. Not-for-profit organisations don’t operate for profit
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October 10, 2023
Child support is money paid by parents who do not live with their children, or who share care with someone else. In New Zealand, child support can be managed by Inland Revenue (IRD) through a formula assessment or a voluntary agreement, or by the parents themselves through a private agreement. The amount of child support depends on the income, living costs and care arrangements of both parents, as well as the cost of raising a child.
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October 26, 2023
Adoption and surrogacy are two ways of forming a family when natural conception isn’t possible. Both have complex and sensitive issues that require careful planning and preparation, and involve ethical, legal, medical, social, and emotional aspects that affect all parties involved.
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August 23, 2023
The Government has proposed repealing the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA) and replacing it with new pieces of legislation that are designed to transform the way the environment is managed by speeding up and simplify planning processes, reducing costs, and delivering better outcomes for people and the environment.
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August 7, 2023
The freshwater management framework for water rights is a set of policies, regulations, and processes that govern how freshwater in New Zealand can be used, allocated, and protected. Here are some of the key components of the framework.
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August 1, 2023
Rural land leases are legally binding agreements between landowners and tenants that allow the tenants to use the land for agricultural purposes, such as grazing, cropping, or horticulture, in exchange for rent or other forms of compensation. Rural land leases can vary in terms of duration, terms, and conditions, depending on the needs and preferences of the parties involved.
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July 27, 2023
GSA, DOPAS, priority amounts, un-drawn facility fee, negative pledge, establishment fee, CARL, facility, pre-approved equipment finance facilities – these are just some of the abbreviations and terms used by rural lenders. Both the application of and meaning of these terms often confuse borrowers, guarantors, accountants and even lawyers.
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July 17, 2023
As an employer, you have a legal duty to ensure the health and safety of your workers and anyone else who may be affected by your work activities. This duty is set out in the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (HSWA), which is the main legislation governing workplace health and safety in New Zealand.
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