We often get enquires for missing Wills. (Of course, these are not Wills that we have drafted – those are safely stored in the Holland Beckett deeds safe.) Locating a missing Will can be very stressful and locating the original requires a systematic search. If you know someone had a Will, the search must commence …
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It is not an easy time to be selling a small business. High inflation and waning consumer demand has lead to compressed margins and reduced revenue for many. Uncertainty in the global markets due to wars, protectionism and the changing geopolitical landscape has blunted the confidence of prospective purchasers. Closer to home, sub 3% interest …
With Strings Attached – Exit Strategies for Small Business Owners Read More »
Frequently, when a prominent New Zealander is being sentenced for criminal offending, there will be discussions about Discharges without Conviction. Discharges are commonly misunderstood and this article sets out what a discharge is and when it is likely to be available. A Discharge without Conviction is an Order that Court can make when a person …
The Incorporated Societies Act 2022 (“New Act”) came into force on 5 October 2023. The New Act replaces the Incorporated Societies Act 1908 (“1908 Act”). All existing incorporated societies must apply to reregister under the New Act before April 2026 if they wish to continue as an incorporated society. Failing to do so will result …
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Perfectly placed to advise on rural legal challenges and opportunities, our rural law experts from Tauranga, Whakatāne and Rotorua are headed to Fieldays this year. Fieldays is the Southern Hemisphere’s largest agricultural event and the ultimate launch platform for cutting edge technology and innovation. With around 1000 exhibitors showcasing rural products and services, Fieldays draws over …
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Congratulations to our very own Bill Holland, who was made a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit (CNZM) in the King’s Birthday honours yesterday. Bill’s honour is for services to community governance and philanthropy, recognition of a lifetime dedicated to serving the community in Tauranga and further afield, giving back and always leading …
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A reverse mortgage is a loan for people over 60 years of age that allows them to access equity in their property in order to release cash to them. We see plenty of clients that have benefitted from these loans in allowing them to e.g. fund necessary improvements or maintenance to their property to enable …
Shareholder disputes are not uncommon. Yet, when they arise, a shareholder dispute is nothing short of disruptive, distracting and – usually – detrimental to business. While shareholder disputes can take various shapes and sizes, they most commonly involve a shareholder disagreeing with the way in which a company is being managed; or shareholders becoming “deadlocked”. …
Shareholder Disputes – you are not without options Read More »
With the economy continuing on its downward slide, you will not be alone in giving thought to potential cost cutting measures, including reducing your labour costs. Restructuring is usually a last resort for employers and is only a step that tends to be taken when there seem to be no other viable options for reducing …
Restructuring in the workplace – What employers need to know Read More »
Leading New Zealand law firm, Holland Beckett has announced the promotion to partnership of two of its senior lawyers, Will Dymock and Natasha van der Wal, effective from April 1st 2024. The Bay of Plenty based firm has offices in Tauranga, Rotorua, Whakatāne and Taupō, and advises local, national and international clients. With over 140 …
