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Trusts Act Overhaul – What You Need To Know
15 November 2019
The Government has introduced significant changes to trust law that will impact anyone that is a trustee or beneficiary of a trust in New Zealand. It is important for trustees and beneficiaries to be aware of the influence the changes will have on their rights and obligations. In short, trustees will face increased compliance requirements and beneficiaries will receive a greater amount of information about the trust.
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Trusts Act Overhaul – What You Need To Know
The Government has introduced significant changes to trust law that will impact anyone that is a trustee or beneficiary of a trust in New Zealand. It is important for trustees and beneficiaries to be aware of the influence the changes will have on their rights and obligations. In short, trustees will face increased compliance requirements and beneficiaries will receive a greater amount of information about the trust.
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Do you offer financial advice? You may want to read ours...
The Government has introduced a new financial advice regime that will likely impact any business or individual involved in the delivery of financial advice, services or products in New Zealand.
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A reminder to chatterboxes - Confidential remains confidential
Parties to a Record of Settlement (“ROS”) may be subject to penalties under the Employment Relations Act 2000 (“the Act”) if they breach agreed terms of settlement.
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A lifeline for the construction industry? New procurement rules announced
New Zealand’s construction industry is growing rapidly. In recent years, the industry has used a ‘lowest price model’ approach when awarding construction projects. This has led construction companies to cut costs and under cut each other to secure tenders.
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Ford Sumner turns 14!
10 September 2019
The last 12 months have been big for Ford Sumner with relocating premises, new additions to our growing team, a brand refresh and a new website!
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Ford Sumner turns 14!
The last 12 months have been big for Ford Sumner with relocating premises, new additions to our growing team, a brand refresh and a new website!
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The Whitireia Foundation and Ford Sumner
The Whitireia Foundation aims to assist students of Ford Sumner’s client Whitireia Community Polytechnic to realise their potential and to promote, support and enhance the goals and activities of the Polytechnic through research projects, educational innovation and improving campus facilities.
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Ocean Swim Series!
We are proud to support the Banana Boat New Zealand Ocean Swim Series!
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Pink Ribbon Breakfast
We had a great time this morning hosting our inaugural pink ribbon breakfast in support of The New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation!
Thank you to everyone that attended our breakfast and a massive thanks for all those who have donated, including Wellington Hospitality Group , Fix and Fogg, Luna Estate, Extra Extra Cafe, and Scent Floral Boutique.
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Case Study
Nelson Airport Case Study
20 August 2019
Consistency, efficiency and accuracy were keys for Nelson Airport in evaluating new legal services.
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Nelson Airport Case Study
Consistency, efficiency and accuracy were keys for Nelson Airport in evaluating new legal services.
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