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Public interest is key in any courthouse closure proposal
Wednesday, 3 October 2012, 11:14 am | New Zealand Law Society
Courthouses are important hubs in many communities. Any decisions to close them or set restricted operating hours must take account of the public interest in ensuring that access to justice is maintained, the New Zealand Law Society said today. More >>
Law Society opposes Judges' Pecuniary Interests Bill
Thursday, 27 September 2012, 1:37 pm | New Zealand Law Society
The New Zealand Law Society says the proposed Register of Pecuniary Interests of Judges Bill should not proceed. More >>
Law Society comments on decision by Justice Lang
Wednesday, 26 September 2012, 4:37 pm | New Zealand Law Society
Today’s High Court decision to dismiss the application by Barry John Hart for a stay on his suspension from practise as a barrister has clarified the legal status of a law practitioner who appeals against an order striking them off the roll of ... More >>
Law Society comments on NZLCDT decision
Friday, 14 September 2012, 12:49 pm | New Zealand Law Society
The New Zealand Law Society said the decision to strike Barry John Hart from the roll of barristers and solicitors showed that conduct which impedes the effective regulation of the legal profession is viewed extremely seriously. More >>
Family Court child protection expertise acknowledged
Thursday, 6 September 2012, 1:58 pm | New Zealand Law Society
The Law Society has supported comments by the Principal Family Court Judge that there are many children in need of care and protection and everything possible should be done to ensure their needs are met and risks identified and properly managed. More >>
Law Society and Lifeline Aotearoa sign agreement by Skype
Tuesday, 4 September 2012, 1:34 pm | New Zealand Law Society
The New Zealand Law Society and Lifeline Aotearoa have formalised a new relationship via Skype. More >>
Law Society comment on judicial specialisation debate
Sunday, 2 September 2012, 3:31 pm | New Zealand Law Society
The current debate on whether we should move towards a justice system in which High Court judges specialise in particular areas of law should focus on the issues and not personalities, New Zealand Law Society President Jonathan Temm said today. More >>
Law Society considers Family Court Review report
Thursday, 2 August 2012, 1:31 pm | New Zealand Law Society
MEDIA RELEASE – For immediate use, 2 August 2012 Law Society considers Family Court Review report More >>
Bill conflicts with international child protection laws
Thursday, 2 August 2012, 8:42 am | New Zealand Law Society
The proposed Bail Amendment Bill is inconsistent with United Nations Guidelines for the Prevention of Juvenile Delinquency, the New Zealand Law Society says. More >>
Child Support Amendment Bill misses opportunity
Wednesday, 1 August 2012, 1:30 pm | New Zealand Law Society
The Child Support Amendment Bill misses the opportunity to address gaps in current child support legislation, the New Zealand Law Society says. As the Bill is currently drafted, child support assessments displace voluntary and independent agreements ... More >>
Statement on John David Milne
Tuesday, 24 July 2012, 3:33 pm | New Zealand Law Society
On 24 July 2012 the Law Society’s Otago Lawyers Standards Committee conducted a hearing into two complaints against Mr John Milne. Mr Milne practised on his own account in Dunedin for many years, but since 2008 had been employed by Craig Paddon ... More >>
Law Society welcomes Solicitor-General appointment
Tuesday, 24 July 2012, 2:30 pm | New Zealand Law Society
The New Zealand Law Society has welcomed the appointment of Michael Heron as Solicitor-General. More >>
Lawyers committed to professional ethics
Thursday, 5 July 2012, 1:38 pm | New Zealand Law Society
NEW ZEALAND LAW SOCIETY MEDIA RELEASE For immediate use 5 July 2012 Lawyers committed to professional ethics New Zealand lawyers have made their annual declaration of commitment to an ethical professional culture and fundamental professional obligations. ... More >>
Cessation of Public Trust free wills service
Tuesday, 26 June 2012, 9:24 am | New Zealand Law Society
New Zealand Law Society Property Law Section chair Chris Moore has acknowledged the announcement by Public Trust that it is ceasing its free will service for most clients. More >>
Immigration Amendment Bill legally flawed
Thursday, 21 June 2012, 1:14 pm | New Zealand Law Society
MEDIA RELEASE – For immediate use 21 June 2012 Immigration Amendment Bill legally flawed The Immigration Amendment Bill is legally flawed due to its noncompliance with New Zealand’s obligations under domestic and international human rights and ... More >>
Warning issued about forged certified copy stamp
Tuesday, 19 June 2012, 3:36 pm | New Zealand Law Society
The New Zealand Law Society has warned banks and other institutions which require certified copies of documents for identification purposes to check with the certifier if they have any doubts about their authenticity. More >>
Extension of Prisoners’ and Victims’ Claims Act opposed
Wednesday, 6 June 2012, 4:22 pm | New Zealand Law Society
The New Zealand Law Society is opposed to a proposed one-year extension of legislation restricting prisoners’ ability to obtain compensation for breaches of their human rights. More >>
Arrest of Papua New Guinea Chief Justice disturbing
Thursday, 31 May 2012, 3:12 pm | New Zealand Law Society
The arrest of the Chief Justice of Papua New Guinea on charges of sedition is a disturbing development for anyone who believes that an independent judiciary is a requirement for any democracy, the New Zealand Law Society said today. More >>
Strip searching law changes opposed
Wednesday, 30 May 2012, 11:57 am | New Zealand Law Society
The New Zealand Law Society has said Government proposals to change the law on prison strip searching are unnecessary and would decrease existing controls on a procedure which must be closely regulated. More >>
Winners of inaugural lawyer awards
Thursday, 24 May 2012, 1:02 pm | New Zealand Law Society
The New Zealand Law Society’s Auckland branch last night announced the winners of the 2012 Law Society Auckland Branch Lawyer Awards. More >>
