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It is estimated that there are between 300,000 to 500,000 trusts in New Zealand, and it is often said that we have one of the highest numbers of trusts per capita in the world.

The directors of Innes Dean Lawyers Limited announce the retirement of Peter Lindstrom from practice. Peter served clients in Pahiatua …

Using AI in your business What to consider? Artificial intelligence (AI) has developed from a futuristic concept to a mainstream …

Welcome to the Summer (and final) edition of Rural eSpeaking for 2025. We hope you enjoy reading this e-newsletter, and …

Employment law reform in 2025 Employment law continues to evolve, with several changes, or proposed changes, introduced by the government …

Fast Track Approvals Act 2024 How will it work? The legislation is part of the coalition agreement between National and …

Why should I look at my will? Review at life’s milestones You should review and update your will regularly. It …

In this issue:
• Preparing your business for sale
• Providing for your family in your will – You have some legal obligations
• Employee burnout – Acknowledge and address this
• Avoiding scams – Tips to protect yourself
• Postscript: Holidays Act 2003 to be overhauled – Roadside drug testing to be rolled out – Visual artists will receive royalties when work on-sold

• Invoices not being paid on time? A steer for debtors and creditors
• Personal grievances: Employers must act in good faith
• Receiving an inheritance during your relationship
• Do I still need a trust?
• Postscript: Incorporated societies: must register by April 2026 – Minimum wage increases – Before you dig

In this issue:
1 Two decades on: Proposed changes to the Retirement Villages Act 2003
2 What happens to your children when you separate?
3 Generative AI and copyright
4 Receivership, voluntary administration and liquidation
5 Postscript