When relationships break down and children are involved, sometimes the Family Court will need to get involved. The Family Court deals with lots of issues, from making orders for children not yet born right through to older people who need...
If you find yourself in a position where you need legal representation to appear in court, but you cannot afford it, this article is for you. Here we talk about Legal Aid and how you qualify for it. What is Legal...
Choosing the right lawyer Choosing the right lawyer for your needs can be daunting. You want to find someone who's not only qualified, but experienced, trustworthy, personable, and a good fit with you. If you’re searching cold, and start with a...
Hawke's Bays leading full-service law firm As one of Hawke's Bay's leading full-service law firms, we’ve built our business around people and their legal needs. We know that life is constantly evolving and often throws the unexpected into our paths, which...
Should I agree to be a trustee? What you need to know before signing the dotted line Firstly, what is a trustee? A trustee is someone who controls property within a trust fund and distributes it to the beneficiaries according to the...
Carlile Dowling is a Guardian Angel for children and families in need. Presbyterian Support East Coast (PSEC) has been a large part of our community, with a particular focus on families and their children, since they established the Hillsbrook Children’s Home...
What are the proposed changes to the Property (Relationships) Act? Earlier this year, the Law Commission submitted its review of the Property (Relationships) Act 1976 (PRA) to the government, recommending that the law be replaced by a new statute; the Relationship...
In the event of a divorce, relationship property is divided equally according to the Property (Relationships) Act 1976. Alternatively, they can be divided in a way you and your partner have elected according to the terms of a relationship property agreement (prenuptial...
If you are separating from your partner and there are children in the relationship, sorting out arrangements for their care is one of the most important things you have to do. A parenting plan involves coming up with and recording...