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Covid-19 – Changes to Company & Insolvency Law to help Preserve Businesses

3 April 2020

Today the Government announced urgent legislative changes to the Companies Act 1993 (“the Act”) to help companies face the unique challenges presented by COVID-19. Read more

Covid-19 – Changes to Company & Insolvency Law to help Preserve Businesses Today the Government announced urgent legislative changes to the Companies Act 1993 (“the Act”) to help companies face the unique challenges presented by COVID-19. Link

Commercial Leases - Covid-19 and no access to premises The spread of COVID-19 in New Zealand and the Government’s response of introducing a nationwide lockdown has meant that all non-essential businesses have closed for the initial 4 week period, preventing many businesses’ access to their premises. The unprecedented circumstances have left tenants and landlords scrambling to assess their obligations under leases, especially in relation to rent and outgoings payments. Link

Covid-19: Know your obligations as an employer While the number cases of Coronavirus (“COVID-19”) in New Zealand remains relatively low, it is now inevitable that the outbreak will have a significant impact on many aspects of daily life. Link

Chasing the Loan Sharks Out of the Water The Credit Contracts Legislation Amendment Bill (“CCLAB”) received Royal Assent on 19 December 2019, and introduces a number of changes that strengthen the requirements of responsible lending for banks and financial institutions. Link

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Coronavirus/Covid-19

25 March 2020

In accordance with New Zealand’s current Covid-19 alert level, Ford Sumner is now operating remotely until further notice.

Coronavirus/Covid-19

In accordance with New Zealand’s current Covid-19 alert level, Ford Sumner is now operating remotely until further notice.

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Sarah Churstain recognised as an NZ Lawyer 2020 Rising Star Ford Sumner are pleased to announce that Sarah Churstain has been named by NZ Lawyer in their inaugural 2020 Rising Stars’ list acknowledging up and coming stars in the legal profession who are committed to making a difference. Link