ArticleCollaborative lawCollaborative law is a process where parties work together in a non-adversarial manner to resolve separation disputes.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialCavell Leitch
ArticleKiwiSaver – I thought it was mine?A recent survey found that just 25 per cent knew that the funds in KiwiSaver could be split between a separating couple.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialCavell Leitch
ArticleReview of the Property (Relationships) Act 1976 - for a just division of family propertyThis Issues Paper provides recommendations intended to ensure a just division of property at the end of relationships.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialWynn Williams
ArticleSeparation – What happens to the children?There are various avenues available to you to assist in reaching an agreement or resolution.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialCavell Leitch
ArticleBitter exes can inflict a lot of damage via social mediaThese large networks of social media can allow inappropriate communications to go "viral", or spread very quickly.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialCavell Leitch
ArticleWho keeps the bling, upon separation?Determining which party is entitled to retain the engagement ring will depend on the specific facts of each case.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialCavell Leitch
ArticleWhat's love got to do with it - Things to think about when immigrating to New ZealandThe article briefly discusses common pitfalls immigrants face when separating in New Zealand..New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialCavell Leitch
ArticlePrenups – not just for the rich and famousA prenup allows you to contract out of the Property (Relationships) Act and set your own rules for division of property.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialWynn Williams
ArticleProperty issues for separating couplesFor property division agreements to be binding, there must be proper disclosure of all assets in which the parties share.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialCavell Leitch
ArticleThere are a number of things you can do to make it easier. Here are some things to think about: When you're going through a separation, it's difficult to know where to start. New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialCavell Leitch
ArticleLove lockdown? Separation in the time of Covid-19Can you separate from your partner during lockdown?New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialWebb Farry
ArticleDon't let a breakup break up your businessRelationship property law can turn a business into a battleground in the event of separation.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialWynn Williams
ArticleCreditors vs Property (Relationships) Act claims – who should win?Law Commission is asking whether reform is needed to achieve a fairer balance between the rights of creditors vs partners.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialChapman Tripp
ArticleSupreme Court considers short marriages and nuptial settlements in Lassnig v ZhouThe three-stage test to a very short, child-free marriage where the financial contributions of one spouse significantly exceeded those of the other spouse.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialWynn Williams
ArticleCOVID-19 bubble trouble Spending too much time together in this pandemic? Questions & answers for those seeking separation.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialWynn Williams
ArticleWhen separation beats trust protectionThis article aims to advise our clients on what they should do to ensure a fair division of assets, if they separate.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialCavell Leitch
ArticleClayton v Clayton: Trust bustingThe Court of Appeal found that the settlor's right to exercise a power of appointment constituted relationship property.New ZealandCorporate/Commercial LawWynn Williams
ArticleFamily law: When separation beats trust protectionThe intention of this article is to educate our clients on what they should do to ensure a fair division of assets.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialCavell Leitch