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Peter Fuscic

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Location
Auckland Office
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Areas of Expertise

Family Law & Relationship Property
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Separation & Dissolution (Divorce)
Trusts
Trust and Estate Litigation

About

Peter specialises in helping individuals and companies with legal problems.

He has extensive knowledge of the legal system and is able to provide guidance and support throughout the process. He is committed to helping his clients achieve their objectives and will work tirelessly to ensure your case is resolved as smoothly and efficiently as possible. If a court case is necessary, Peter will be there to represent you and ensure that your rights are protected. Overall, Peter is a dedicated and compassionate lawyer who will work with you to find the best possible outcome for your case.

Peter leads the Relationship Property Team at McVeagh Fleming, Auckland Office. He has 43 years' PQE (Professional Qualifying Experience).

Background

As a young man, Peter developed a passion for the legal profession. He pursued this aspiration by obtaining a degree in law and subsequently gaining valuable experience in various regions throughout New Zealand, including Papakura and Wanganui. This provided him with a broad understanding of diverse societal matters and a diverse range of legal issues. Subsequently, Peter relocated to Auckland and gained further experience by working for a prominent mid-sized law firm. He then progressed to become a partner at Kennedy Tudhope, where he continued to hone his skills and knowledge. In 2000, the firm merged with McVeagh Fleming, allowing Peter to expand his professional network and continue to provide exceptional legal services to clients.

Main practice areas

Qualifications

LLB, University of Auckland 1977

STEP Diploma in Trusts and Estates NZ (Dist)

Registered Trust and Estate Practitioner

STEP (UK) Advanced Certificate in Trust Disputes (Dist)

STEP (NZ) Advanced Certificates in Creation of Trusts,
Trusts Administration, Administration of Estates and
Tax and Accounting for Trusts


Memberships

  • Member of the Auckland District Law Society
  • Member of the New Zealand Law Society
  • Member of Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP)
  • Ex-Member of Master Swimmers

Examples of transactions

  • Successfully appealed to the High Court for a relationship property issue and breach of commercial agreement
  • Successfully obtained hidden information from unwilling opposition
  • Helped clients reach settlements without incurring large expenses
  • Acted as solicitor and counsel in court proceedings for Trusts and Estates
  • He specialises in preventing or resolving issues related to property, interests, and powers in personal relationships, deceased estates, and trusts
  • He is experienced in drafting relevant documents for settlements, division, or disposition of interests and appointment, retirement, or discharge of persons holding office
  • Knowledgeable in the general administrative and dispositive tasks and duties of estate executor and trustee of trusts

Outside interests

Peter has a passion for various genres of music, taking pleasure in both listening to and evaluating them. He is a former competitive swimmer who continues to swim as a form of fitness. In addition to swimming, he likes to jog, tend to his garden, and spend time with his five children.