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New Zealand Law News: Hannah King named newest Kiely Thompson Caisley Partner

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Leading specialist employment law firm Kiely Thompson Caisley has elevated Hannah King to the position of Partner effective 1 December 2024. King, who was admitted to the bar in 2012, has enjoyed a varied career which has included several years at another top law firm in Auckland. Welcoming King into the senior role, Executive Partner […]

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The ‘Seymour’ Bill: The Quiet Backroom Struggle Between Parliament and The Courts

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David Seymour

Dr Bryce Edwards The first question in politics is “who rules?” It’s at the forefront of the debate about David Seymour’s Treaty Principles bill, which holds that the Government has the ultimate right to govern and Parliament has the full power to make laws. Te Pati Māori argues that Māori never ceded sovereignty and should

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New Zealand Law – Children’s housing rights need urgent reform

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Professor Mark Henaghan

New Zealand’s laws are failing to protect children’s rights to a stable home, according to Auckland Law School academics. Professor Mark Henaghan (pictured) and researcher Christian Poland say existing laws prioritise adult interests over children’s rights. Their chapter, Children and the Reach of Family Property: The Rhetoric and the Reality, highlights the importance of a stable and

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NZ Law News – New CEO Appointed For Parry Field

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CEO Gilbert McKinnon joins from November and will be working closely with Parry Field partners to manage the firm’s strategic direction, as well as supporting communication and collaboration with clients and teams. Board Chair Kris Morrison says the appointment marks a new era for Parry Field. “It is exciting recognition of the growth in our

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‘Hair raising’ Stories From Farewell Sitting For Justice Simon Moore

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Justice Simon Moore’s valedictory sitting at the High Court in Auckland was a celebration of his 44-year legal career, filled with laughter, roasts, and heartfelt tributes. >> Looking for a new law job? Look no further – LawFuel Jobs Network The event, held in courtroom one, saw a packed audience of family, friends, and senior

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Court of Appeal Decision on Long-Running Kea Investments Battle – Owen Glenn, Eric Watson & Ken Wikely

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The summary of the Court of Appeal case between Ken Wikely and Kea Investments, part of the long-running legal battles between Wikely, Eric Watson and Owen Glenn. The Latest NZ Law Jobs Here The Court’s summary of the Court of Appeal decision is below – Private international law.  Anti-suit and anti-enforcement injunctions.  Comity. Mr Wikeley and

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Receivers’ Concerns Over Du Val Assets

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Duval

The receivers of Du Val Group from PwC have raised several serious concerns about Du Val Group’s financial management, leading them to question the founders about the company’s assets, including a number of factors that are being examined. The group’s financial position is complex, with significant related party balances requiring investigation to determine recoverability and

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