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Family Law
Rainey v Kwok: Why maintenance needs an overhaul
Associate Rachel Rosser has been published in the New Zealand Law Journal. Rachel comments on a recent Court of Appeal case where ongoing maintenance was awarded to a de facto partner for an extended period of time, and explains why the current maintenance system needs an overhaul.
Childcare arrangements at Alert Levels 3 and 4
At Alert Levels 3 and 4 many families/whānau with children in shared care will have questions about whether that contact should continue during this lockdown.
Contracting Out Agreements 101
By entering into a Contracting Out Agreement you and your partner can agree to divide your relationship property in a way that is appropriate for you.
Testamentary Guardians
When should you appoint a testamentary guardian and what do they do?
UPDATE - Childcare Arrangements for Separated Parents at Alert Level 3
The Ministry of Justice has released new guidance for parenting arrangements while NZ is at Alert Level 3.
Accessing Legal Aid
If you do not have the means to pay privately for a lawyer you may qualify for legal aid.
Family Dispute Resolution for non-urgent parenting disputes
Family Dispute Resolution (“FDR”) is a mediation service, designed to help separated couples and their families resolve disagreements regarding care of children.