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Wills can and do get contested all the time, so make sure you get it right. A Will is not a simple document. There’s a lot to consider and it must be created correctly and thoroughly so that your property is dealt with how you want it to be and if it does get challenged, your wishes are able to be defended.  

Many Kiwis rent out their holiday house, a room, or even their existing home for short stay holiday accommodation through the likes of Airbnb and Bookabach. If you’re one of them, then you need to know about changes coming.

Not one, but two workplace incidents hit the headlines in the last week of February, and several more since. Are you across your obligations and actively managing workplace risks? If you need advice on workplace policies and health and safety, get in touch, we can help.

Introducing Special Counsel and Family Law Specialist, Minka Boddé.

If you’re a club or other organisation incorporated under the Incorporated Societies Act 1908, you’ll need to re-register under the new 2022 Act to remain an incorporated society. If you’re feeling a little stressed about it all and want some guidance, just give us a call.

Henry Taylor and Zoe Summerville, along with the wider Aspiring Law team, officially take over from Mike Toepfer at the end of the month.  

Buying a house with family or friends can be a great way of getting yourself on to the property ladder. Co-ownership or shared ownership is becoming increasingly common and can give each person a distinct share in the property that you couldn’t otherwise afford on your own. Choose the person/people wisely though and it’s critical that you get a property sharing agreement drawn up.

The ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’ (BOMD) is now the fifth largest lender in New Zealand, but what happens if it all goes pear shaped and your kid’s relationship breaks down?