Understandably, it is a worrying time for many families in New Zealand with added pressures of finances, social challenges and health. The Family Court continues to provide priority services...Read More
The current level 4 lockdown period is a difficult time for families, many of whom will be facing additional financial, social and health-related pressures. The police have reported an unfortunate...Read More
Couples and singles throughout New Zealand look toward adoption as a viable option for becoming a parent. There is a myriad of reasons why adoption is a favourable option for parenthood. If you...Read More
The Law Commission has proposed significant changes to the way relationship property is dealt with when a couple separates. The commission published their proposal in a review last year, which...Read More
Proposed changes to the Family and Whanau Violence Bill should provide greater protection to victims of domestic violence. At the moment the Police may issue a Police Safety Order (PSO) on the...Read More
Separation is often an extremely challenging experience, where you have to balance both emotional and legal issues. Each relationship and separation is different, and there is no ‘one size fits...Read More
The Property (Relationships) Act 1976 ("the Act") defines this as a relationship between any two persons who are both aged 18 years or older, who live together as a couple, and who are not...Read More