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。
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
26/05/2023
Helping your kids enter the property market
For many young people, property ownership seems like a distant and possibly unattainable dream. Understandably, many parents of young couples...
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...
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