Trusts
Division of trust property after a short relationship
In the recent decision released 15 September 2025 Lassnig v Zhou...
Overseas Persons Restricted From Buying Residential Land in NZ
One Year On: Overseas Persons Restricted From Buying Residential Land...
What to consider with shared ownership of land
When a property is owned by two or more people, there are two methods...
Trusts Act 2019. What is it all about?
The long awaited Trusts Act 2019 came into force on 30 January 2021....
Trustees' legal advice and privilege
When trustees obtain legal advice on the administration of the trust,...
Residential Care Subsidies and Trusts: The Devil is in the Detail
Trusts can be set up to protect assets from various claims....
The Law Commission's Review of Succession Law
Overview The Law Commission released its review of New...
Independent trustees - not just here for the 'rubber stamp'
The role of the independent trustee is an important one. Often...
Preparation Preparation Preparation
Most people recognise that they need to see their lawyer to plan for...
