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Steve Graham

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George Ireland

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Melissa Johnston

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Daniel Kenyon

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Dong-on Lee

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Brett Norris

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James Turner

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James Varney

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Anna Carbon

Special Counsel

Forrester Grant

Special Counsel

Robbie Harré

Special Counsel

Taufil Omar

Special Counsel

Consultants

John Woolley

Consultant

Matthew Tetley-Jones

Consultant

Associates

Ben Longbottom

Associate

Karen Jenkins

Associate

Mahafrin Variava

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Marisa Brugeyroux

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Solicitors

Amber Holdaway

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Emanuel Iliev

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Eryanto Widjaya

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Fulton Ryan

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Jessica Thwaites

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Jignesa Patel

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Penelope Johnston

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Pieta Holani

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Rangi Moore

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Renee Rudd

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Vaishnavi Thayaparan

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Vinnie Kumar

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Alison de Fleuriot

Legal Executive

Anaya Buys

Legal Executive

Arden Mitchell

Legal Executive

Karen Erasmus

Legal Executive

Lisa Boulton

Legal Executive

Stacey Price

Legal Executive

Sydney Mower

Legal Executive

Notaries

Ross Bedford

Partner and Notary Public

Tony Coupe

Notary Public

Management

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Key Staff

Ala Sonti

Senior Associate

Alexandra McIntosh

Senior Solicitor

Alison de Fleuriot

Legal Executive

Amber Holdaway

Solicitor

Amy Wooding

Senior Associate

Anaya Buys

Legal Executive

Anna Carbon

Special Counsel

Arden Mitchell

Legal Executive

Ben Longbottom

Associate

Daniel Hilton-Jones

Senior Solicitor

Dominique Cochrane

Senior Solicitor

Emanuel Iliev

Solicitor

Ernie Ford

Senior Solicitor

Eryanto Widjaya

Solicitor

Fiona Faithfull

Senior Associate

Forrester Grant

Special Counsel

Fulton Ryan

Solicitor

Gus Hardie Boys

Solicitor

Hamish Coupe

Senior Associate

Helen Lee

Senior Solicitor

Irene Walden

Senior Legal Executive

Jackie Dale

Senior Associate

Jasmine Daroch

Senior Solicitor

Jessica Thwaites

Solicitor

Jignesa Patel

Solicitor

John Woolley

Consultant

Julia Warrington

Senior Solicitor

Karen Erasmus

Legal Executive

Karen Jenkins

Associate

Kelly Angell

Senior Legal Executive

Kiri Petrie

Senior Solicitor

Lisa Boulton

Legal Executive

Lisa Lin

Senior Solicitor

Mahafrin Variava

Associate

Marisa Brugeyroux

Associate

Matthew Tetley-Jones

Consultant

Penelope Johnston

Solicitor

Pieta Holani

Solicitor

Rachel Xie

Senior Solicitor

Rangi Moore

Solicitor

Reagan McKenzie

Senior Solicitor

Renee Rudd

Solicitor

Robbie Harré

Special Counsel

Stacey Price

Legal Executive

Susan King

Management

Sydney Mower

Legal Executive

Taufil Omar

Special Counsel

Tony Coupe

Notary Public

Vaishnavi Thayaparan

Solicitor

Vinnie Kumar

Solicitor

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We understand the complexities of employment law and can assist you in all aspects of this area, as well as restructuring, redundancies, employee relations and grievances, mediation and ERA representation.

Whether you want to engage our expertise to assist you through the entire process, or you simply have a burning question, we can help.

Some areas we can help with

We provide sound legal advice in all areas of Employment Law including:

  • Employment Agreement interpretation and advice
  • Representation in personal grievances and disputes
  • Restructuring and redundancy
  • Restraint of Trade clauses
  • Performance management issues
  • Employment considerations with respect to the sale or purchase of a business
  • Collective bargaining issues
  • Health and Safety compliance
  • Independent Contractor guidance

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July 2024

Relocation Disputes

Considering relocating with your child to a different city or country? It's essential to understand that such a move requires the consent of the other parent. The decision about where a child lives is a significant guardianship matter, and both parents must agree on it.
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July 2024

Young onset dementia: how to get help and what needs to be in place

Fiona shares her deeply personal journey of caring for her mother, diagnosed with Young Onset Dementia at age 53. At just 29, Fiona navigated the challenges of supporting four generations under one roof, balancing the demands of new motherhood with caregiving responsibilities. She reflects on the emotional and financial strains, the importance of a support network, and the late diagnosis that left many questions unanswered. Fiona's story highlights the enduring power of maternal love and the resilience needed to face such profound life changes.
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June 2024

Remember to keep your employees in the loop when selling your business

Selling a business involves balancing confidentiality and transparency with employees, especially under New Zealand employment law. When selling assets, employers must consult with employees before finalising the sale to avoid grievances if jobs are affected.
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April 2024

Beyond Paper: the Power of Implied Agreements

In business, contracts are the backbone of agreements, ensuring clarity and accountability. But what happens when a contract isn't written down? The case of Kingsbeer Transport Ltd v Martin Brower New Zealand sheds light on this question, revealing important insights for business owners.
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March 2024

Construction contract disputes

This article provides a practical example of the complexities involved in construction-related legal matters, such as payment disputes, contract interpretation, and the importance of adhering to legal requirements in construction contracts.
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January 2024

Will woes and family drama: will drafting, executor responsibilities, and balancing family relationships

In the intricate landscape of estate planning and the execution of wills, the selection of legally appointed executors and trustees is critical. We explore an example case, which is a real eye-opener on the wild ride of wills, family dynamics, and the not-so-simple task of divvying up the goods.
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