Aspiring Law is a boutique legal practice, pioneering a modern take on legal support. 

We’re astute strategists, problem solvers and powerful advocates for our clients. We cut through the jargon and make law accessible. 

Our team of legal experts can provide you with advice across a wide range of fields including:
Residential or commercial property | business and commercial | employment law | relationship and family | wills, trusts or life planning

 

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Locally grown, Aspiring Law was founded by Janice Hughes and Mike Toepfer right here in Wanaka back in 2011. 

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No growth without change

Over the last couple of years, we’ve seen some great examples of businesses being agile and evolving to adapt to the constantly changing environment.
Business & Commercial
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What defines paid work?

Working 9 to 5 may be a thing of the past, but it’s still universally accepted that most of us must work for a living. In return for money, we carry out certain mental or physical tasks – work!
Employment & HR
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Divorce made easier

Separation and divorce are never easy, so we’ve created a new online Divorce tool to help take some of the stress away. Read more here.
Relationship & Family
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May 2022 Newsletter

Our latest Newsletter is out now and you can read it below.

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The housing ladder

Purchasing property can be stressful but breaking down the steps can help you navigate the purchase process.
Residential propertyBuying residential property
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Cross lease can be like cross-stitch

Take a look at our cross lease scenario to help you understand what you can and can't do if you're in this situation.
Residential property
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Enduring Power of Attorney: what to do if someone appoints you

In our February edition of Off the Record, we discussed Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPA) and some of the options available when drafting one. 

Trusts and Life planning
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The 50/50 split rules

The end of a relationship can be an emotional time and yet it’s a time when many tough decisions must be made.
Relationship & FamilyRelationship property
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Happy birthday 'Trusts Act 2019'

The new Trusts Act has now celebrated its first birthday and we look at the positive changes it has brought.
Trusts and Life planningForming and Administering a Trust
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When social media and values collide

What happens if an employee's conduct on social media goes against your business values?

Employment & HR