The Law Lowdown – AUTUMN 2025

Catch up on all the news and information in this edition of The Law Lowdown

Inside this issue:

  • Clarification of Trust Powers and Relationship Property
  • Regularly check your Will – why it’s so important
  • Why You Should Always Consult a Lawyer Before Signing a Property Agreement
  • Public Works Act Reforms: What It Means for Landowners
  • Change to Parliamentary term?

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Unjustified Dismissal: When Getting the Process Wrong can be Costly

Unjustified dismissal claims remain one of the most common types of personal grievances in New Zealand. While many employers understand the need for a valid reason to dismiss an employee, it is often the process, rather than the reason itself, that determines whether a dismissal is lawful. Two common scenarios help illustrate how things can

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Can Trustees be Personally Liable to Beneficiaries? A Practical Example

Trusts are widely used in New Zealand to hold property and manage family wealth. However, a common misunderstanding is that trustees are protected from personal liability simply because they act in that role. In reality, trustees can be held personally accountable – including to the beneficiaries of the trust. A simple example helps illustrate how

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