Kia ora

Welcome to our Autumn edition of ‘Off the Record’.

There’s lots happening around the South Island at the moment. Down in Wanaka we’ve had the first of a series of big events with a fantastic A&P show attended by 44,000 people, RIPE, and the Warbirds over Wanaka next weekend. Christchurch isn’t being left behind either with SailGP, not to mention a myriad of Easter Bunny hunts taking place throughout the city over Easter.

It’s shaping up to be another busy year. There’s much activity across the legal landscape and a lot of different dynamics at play. In this latest edition we talk about some recent health and safety breaches and what that means for business owners; highlight important legislative changes; and welcome a new team member aboard.

We’re currently seeing an increase in properties for sale around the country. If you’re thinking of selling, it’s important to get legal advice before you put your property on the market. The bright-line changes haven’t come into law yet so make sure you know what rules apply to you on sale day.

Have a happy Easter everyone.

Kia kaha

Janice, Steph, and the Aspiring Law team

Movers and shakers

Introducing Special Counsel and Family Law Specialist, Minka Boddé.

Henry and Zoe pick up the baton

Henry Taylor and Zoe Summerville, officially take over from Mike Toepfer.

GST changes coming for short-stay accommodation

If you rent out your property through the likes of Airbnb and Bookabach, then you need to know about changes coming.

Don't count your chickens just yet!

Until the proposed bright-line changes are passed into law, our advice to you is get legal advice before you put your property on the market.

90-day trials for all are back!

All employers in New Zealand, no matter what size, are now able to use 90-day trial periods.

New minimum wage increase coming

If you’re a business owner or manager, get ready for the next minimum wage increase.

Big fines doled out for health and safety failures

Are you across your obligations and actively managing workplace risks?

Clubs, it’s time to get your ducks in a row

Is your club incorporated under the Incorporated Societies Act 1908, here’s what you need to know.

Securing a rung on the property ladder with co-owners

Buying a house with family or friends can be a great way of getting yourself on to the property ladder but things can go wrong.

The snakes and ladders of Employment Law

Selling a business can be a very complicated process when it comes to managing your obligations under New Zealand Employment Law.

A Will is only as good as the words you use

Wills can and do get contested all the time, so make sure you get it right.

Fencing around

Thinking about whacking up a new fence? Hold on a minute, there’s a bit more to it than you might think.

Contracting Out Agreements - Beware of Common Myths

Life can be unpredictable to say the least. And relationships are no exception!

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