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Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Sometimes it goes wrong, and our clients find themselves facing a claim or worse in the courtroom.  Sometimes it is our clients that need to pursue a claim, or a right or seek a remedy because they have been wronged in some way. Whether it’s representing our clients as a plaintiff or applicant (that is bringing a proceeding or application against someone else or another corporate entity or Trust) or defending our clients from a claim, prosecution or application brought against them we are here as your court-room  lawyers. 

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CIVIL LITIGATION

This is where there is a contract dispute or a dispute over land or buildings (construction contracts, construction law and leaky buildings) or a competing claim under a Wills or Trusts and can include disputes between companies, trusts or individuals. We have experience in most civil litigation which can also include other forms of dispute resolution around negotiating and settling disputes over trusts, wills, throughout most of the courts in this country. Judicial Settlement Conferences, mediation and arbitration are just some of the other processes we undertake to assist in resolving a dispute. Sometimes, these processes are not suitable and seeking a judgement form the court is the only viable option. We have the resources and tools to ensure that whatever you require to fix the problem is here for you. 

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CRIMINAL PROSECUTIONS

Our team provide defence representation for police prosecutions, local authority prosecutions (such as Building Act prosecutions brought by local Council), Health and Safety Act prosecutions and tax prosecutions. Recently, we have successfully defended charges brough by the Ministry Primary Industries (MPI) and Ministry of Business and Innovation and Employment (MBIE). We have recently been particularly successful in responding to prosecutions brought by the Ministry Primary Industries under the Dog Control Act 1996, Animal Welfare Act 2006, Food Act 2014 and Fisheries Act 1996. 

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FAMILY LAW

Relationship Property claims are on the rise. This happens when spouses break up and they have been together for at least three years. Many times, compromises can be found through discussions with the other party’s lawyer. However, when this does not work proceedings may need to be commenced either in the Family Court or the High Court depending upon the circumstances and whether a Trust is involved. 

Not all relationship break-ups are amicable. Even if the break-up is amicable, advice is always essential. Relationship Property disputes are a specialist area of law and specialist advice is always essential to ensure that entitlements are properly understood and decisions can be made as objectively as possible both to save  costs and to ensure that the right decisions are being made for the right reasons. All of our consultations are undertaken compassionately with a view to reducing stress and increasing certainty. This certainly will enable you as our client to best plan for your future.   

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Estate Planning

How prepared are you for if the unexpected happens?  Have you considered what will happen to your loved ones in the event of your passing or a loved ones?   Do you have assets which require protection in a Trust?  It is often necessary to consider how you will protect your wealth/assets, property, and businesses both in life and in death.  We are here to provide advice on Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts and how each can work for you. 

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Divorce and Relationship Property

Relationship dissolution at any level, defacto, civil union, marriage, can be a distressing and lengthy process.  When you have relationship property which was acquired prior to and during the relationship, the fair distribution of this property can make the process much more difficult.  Find out more on how we can help.

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Speciality Areas

Are you looking to immigrate to New Zealand or seeking permanent residency?  Have you ever been victim to cyber crime or had your online privacy or identity violated?  If yes to any of these questions, we can provide legal assistance with our specialised services.  

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