The impact of COVID-19 on construction in Northland
The construction sector is among the hardest hit by the steps taken to address COVID-19. With the outbreak forcing a nationwide lock down (and more restrictions to come), the terms of standard construction contracts may no longer be suitable for the current landscape. … Read More
COVID-19 update – information for Iwi, hapū whānau and Māori businesses
Some high-level guidance on the most common questions our clients are asking in relation to the impact of COVID-19 on their businesses and people, and a summary of the information currently available for Māori in particular.… Read More
Dealing with property during COVID-19 Alert Level 4
With the country in lock down, it cannot be ‘business as usual’ in terms of dealing with property. For those buying or selling property, this article gives you a heads up on some things you should know.… Read More
Dargaville lawyers WRMK are open to help
While our physical office doors are shut, our team of Dargaville lawyers are working from home through our digital office.… Read More
Kerikeri lawyers WRMK are open to help
While our physical office doors are shut, our team of Kerikeri lawyers are working from home through our digital office.… Read More
Employment update: COVID-19 – What employers need to know
If your business has suffered an actual loss, or prospective downturn, you might be looking at temporary or longer-lasting options. This note sets out some high-level guidance on the most common questions our clients are asking.… Read More
How can I get a divorce in New Zealand?
The process you’ll need to follow to formally and legally separate from your ex-partner will depend on whether you are legally married or in a civil union, or in a de facto relationship.… Read More
2019 Hospice House Tour a success
WRMK Lawyers was delighted to support the 2019 Girls Club Hospice House Tour.… Read More
New Trusts Act requires greater transparency and increased duties for trusts
Long awaited changes to New Zealand’s trust laws have arrived.… Read More
Buyer beware: Changes to standard Sale and Purchase Agreement
Vendors and buyers take note, changes have occurred to the standard Sale and Purchase Agreement form used by most agents and lawyers when buying or selling property. … Read More
Changes proposed to the Residential Tenancies Act
Change is coming for the 1.5 million people currently renting their home in New Zealand. Amendments proposed to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) will put more power in the hands of tenants. The RTA is the primary piece of law governing landlords and tenants renting houses in New Zealand. … Read More
Employment law: what’s ahead in 2020?
This newsletter wraps up the progression of several key pieces of employment legislation in 2019, what’s ahead in 2020, and what it all means for employers.… Read More