A dual company structure, the advantages and disadvantages, and a holding company or an operating company.

his article will discuss the legal framework in New Zealand, your obligations, and the available resolution options available to customers.

This article explains cross-border business structures for business owners operating between New Zealand and Australia.

Penalties for breaches are harsh, so directors should know their duties to the company, shareholders, and third parties.

Criminal liability in Nathans Finance case echos Centro ruling making it clear directors must apply their own judgement in exercise of their duties rather than relying on management and expert advice.

This article will outline the five-step process for incorporating your company in New Zealand.

Late 2006 saw a flurry of activity by the Commerce Commission and the Takeovers Panel. This bulletin highlights some of those activities and details how they may affect you and your business.

The following is intended to give you a general flavour of New Zealand’s business regulation.

Case note: Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry v Waikato Regional Council; Refresher: Giving Weight to Different Plans; Choosing the Defendant: Enforcement against Corporate Entities.