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Carlile Dowling client case studies
Case Studies

Real outcomes for real clients

See how we've helped Hawke's Bay families, businesses, and property owners navigate complex legal matters.

Business & Commercial

Business
23 Dec 2024

Resolving a Software Licensing Dispute

Negotiating a settlement after a licensing dispute, reducing exposure and reaching a workable commercial outcome when a vendor made a substantial claim.

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Business
23 Dec 2024

Building a Brand Through Franchising

How we helped a retailer expand nationally with a franchise agreement that balanced brand protection, support obligations, and franchisee expectations.

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Business
19 Dec 2024

Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)

How a carefully drafted NDA protected an engineering business's confidential information during acquisition discussions with multiple parties involved.

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Business
16 Dec 2024

Trade Mark Registration: Brand Protection

How a growing insurance brokerage registered trade marks to protect their brand, support expansion, and strengthen business value for the long term.

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Business
15 Sep 2024

Buying a Business: Due Diligence

How thorough due diligence helped a buyer uncover hidden liabilities and negotiate protective terms, warranties, and a clearer path to completion.

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