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Harmful Digital Communications

The internet is a big part of our daily lives, but it’s not always a safe space. When someone shares messages, images, or online content that is threatening, humiliating, or defamatory, it can seriously affect your mental and emotional well-being. What is the Harmful Digital Communications Act 2015 (“Act”): The purpose of the Act is to prevent, deter, and reduce harm caused by digital communications, and to provide people with a fast, effective way to deal with online abuse. While it doesn’t offer money like in defamation cases, it helps victims get harmful content taken down quickly.

16/05/2025

Changes on the Horizon for Employers and Employees – Agreements to Terminate

The new Employment Relations Bill may change how NZ employers negotiate exit packages. Learn how this could affect your business or job. Franklin Law Pukekohe & Papakura can help.

16/05/2025

Employment Investigations

When issues arise in the workplace that require investigation, such as accusations of bullying or harassment, there are many mistakes which businesses can make. They can try to ignore the issue, often making it worse. They can try to address it but do so inadequately, or in a way that invites challenge. Many stressful hours can be spent trying to reach a fair outcome for the employees concerned, only to have the process questioned later on.

12/05/2025

Helping Your Kids Enter the Property Market

In New Zealand today, many young people view property ownership as an increasingly distant goal, particularly as home prices remain high and the housing market continues to be competitive. As a result, more parents are stepping in to help their children secure their first homes, offering financial support for deposits or even becoming co-owners. However, such assistance comes with important considerations, especially around tax implications and relationship property issues.

08/04/2025

Environment Court Case Changes Rules for Bush Lot Subdivisions

The information contained in this article is necessarily of a generalised nature and is correct as at March 2025. Specific advice should be sought in relation to any particular situation.

27/02/2025

您需要了解的《2022年社团法》

如果您是一个现有的社团的成员，或计划成立一个新的法人社团，您需要了解2022年《法人社团法》（2022年法案），该法案已于2023年10月5日生效。与《1908年社团法》（1908年法案）相比，新法律对社团的运作方式带来了重大变化，了解这些变化对您的社团至关重要。

27/02/2025

Key Updates for Commercial Landlords and Tenants

The latest Deed of Lease (7th Edition), released by the Law Association of New Zealand, introduces important updates aimed at creating a more balanced framework for landlords and tenants. If you are a commercial property owner or tenant, understanding these changes is crucial for navigating your lease agreements effectively. Below, we outline the most significant updates.

14/02/2025

Navigating the Incorporated Societies Act 2022: What You Need to Know

If you are part of an existing incorporated society or planning to set up a new one, you will need to be aware of the Incorporated Societies Act 2022 (2022 Act), which came into force on 5 October 2023. Compared with the Incorporated Societies Act 1908 (1908 Act), this new law brings significant changes to how societies operate, and it is crucial to understand what this means for your organization.

17/12/2024

Am I In A De Facto Relationship?

Unlike entering into a marriage or civil union, there is no clear legal line or date as to when a de facto relationship begins. This means that determining whether a couple is in a de facto relationship will be a matter of evidence.

08/11/2024

How To Protect Your Health & Property If You Become Ill or Incapacitated

If you become seriously ill or incapacitated, an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA) gives your chosen person, known as your attorney, the legal right to act on your behalf. This authority can cover decisions about both your property and personal care and welfare.

08/10/2024

A Guide To Preparing Or Updating Your Will

Having a valid Will is essential for ensuring your final wishes are honored and your estate is managed as you intend. Without a Will, your estate may face costly delays and legal complications. This guide explains why a Will is important, what happens if you die without one, and when you should update it to ensure your wishes are always respected.

05/09/2024

让您的投资与时俱进：我们的期房购买指南

购买期房（off the plan property）可能会成为您拥有住房或投资组合之旅中激动人心的新篇章。然而，这种方法存在一定的风险和不确定性，因此拥有一名产权转让律师至关重要。

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30/08/2024

Lost Your Driver\'s Licence? Apply for a Limited Licence.

A limited licence is a type of licence that allows individuals who have been disqualified from driving the restricted ability to drive for the purposes of their job. It is commonly known as a work licence. At Franklin Law, our lawyers in Pukekohe or Papakura can guide you through the process of applying for a work licence.

29/08/2024

Future-Proof Your Investment: Our Guide to Off the Plan Purchases

Buying a property off the plan can be an exciting new chapter in your journey towards home ownership or your investment portfolio. Typically, the process involves purchasing a property that is not yet completed. It is either under construction or in the pre-construction phase, which means buyers can only visualise the property based on building plans and designs rather than the finished product.

09/08/2024

Navigating Legal Aid: Affordable Legal Support for Family Law

Our Family Law team members in Pukekohe and Papakura are Legal Aid approved providers and can assist you in applying for a Legal Aid grant.

13/06/2024

Franklin Law now in Papakura

The partners of Franklin Law are extremely proud to announce the opening of a new office to provide for the legal needs and requirements of the residents of Papakura

25/05/2023

Reinstatement obligations under a commercial lease

Running a business (for the most part) requires premises to operate from. Entering into a commercial lease with a landlord, unless you are...

24/05/2023

Cancelling a commercial lease – a look at potential problems on both sides

We are often asked by Landlords and Tenants about the terms of their Lease and what is required when cancelling a commercial lease. It is vital...

23/05/2023

Medical Incapacity in Employment Law

If someone is incapable of performing his or her duties as an employee for medical reasons it can be incredibly difficult for many employers...

22/05/2023

How ‘fair’ is the Fair Pay Agreements Bill?

Negotiation of employment conditions is usually done through individual or collective agreements that are unique to a single workplace. Employers have the ability...

21/05/2023

Land Covenants – Time for a Change?

Throughout New Zealand, many local and regional authorities have revised their land zoning and land usage rules to promote residential property development...

20/05/2023

Vendor’s options when purchaser fails to settle

If a purchaser fails to settle on the day of settlement, what can a vendor do? Under the standard form REINZ/ADLSI sale and purchase agreement...

News & Insights

Harmful Digital Communications

Changes on the Horizon for Employers and Employees – Agreements to Terminate

Employment Investigations

Helping Your Kids Enter the Property Market

Environment Court Case Changes Rules for Bush Lot Subdivisions

您需要了解的《2022年社团法》

Key Updates for Commercial Landlords and Tenants

Navigating the Incorporated Societies Act 2022: What You Need to Know

Am I In A De Facto Relationship?

How To Protect Your Health & Property If You Become Ill or Incapacitated

A Guide To Preparing Or Updating Your Will

让您的投资与时俱进：我们的期房购买指南

Lost Your Driver\'s Licence? Apply for a Limited Licence.

Future-Proof Your Investment: Our Guide to Off the Plan Purchases

Navigating Legal Aid: Affordable Legal Support for Family Law

Franklin Law now in Papakura

Reinstatement obligations under a commercial lease

Cancelling a commercial lease – a look at potential problems on both sides

Medical Incapacity in Employment Law

How ‘fair’ is the Fair Pay Agreements Bill?

Land Covenants – Time for a Change?

Vendor’s options when purchaser fails to settle

Expertise

Pukekohe Office

Papakura Office

News & Insights

Harmful Digital Communications

Changes on the Horizon for Employers and Employees – Agreements to Terminate

Employment Investigations﻿

Helping Your Kids Enter the Property Market

Environment Court Case Changes Rules for Bush Lot Subdivisions

您需要了解的《2022年社团法》﻿

Key Updates for Commercial Landlords and Tenants

Navigating the Incorporated Societies Act 2022: What You Need to Know

Am I In A De Facto Relationship?

How To Protect Your Health & Property If You Become Ill or Incapacitated

A Guide To Preparing Or Updating Your Will

让您的投资与时俱进：我们的期房购买指南

Lost Your Driver\'s Licence? Apply for a Limited Licence.

Future-Proof Your Investment: Our Guide to Off the Plan Purchases

Navigating Legal Aid: Affordable Legal Support for Family Law

Franklin Law now in Papakura

Reinstatement obligations under a commercial lease

Cancelling a commercial lease – a look at potential problems on both sides

Medical Incapacity in Employment Law

How ‘fair’ is the Fair Pay Agreements Bill?

Land Covenants – Time for a Change?

Vendor’s options when purchaser fails to settle

Expertise

Pukekohe Office

Papakura Office

Employment Investigations

您需要了解的《2022年社团法》