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The Disputes Tribunal doubles down on accessibility in 2026
Big changes are coming to the Disputes Tribunal (Tribunal) in 2026. Many will be familiar with the Tribunal, which is designed to provide an affordable and accessible way for people to resolve civil disputes.
Faster Divorce Pathway for Violence Circumstances
The Family Proceedings (Dissolution or Marriage or Civil Union for Family Violence) Amendment Act 2024 comes into force on Friday 17 October 2025 and allows people with a final protection order against their spouse or partner to dissolve a marriage…
Increase to Probate Threshold - a Double Edged Sword
On 31 July 2025 Justice Minister Hon. Paul Goldsmith approved the increase in the threshold for distributing assets of an estate without administration from $15,000 to $40,000. The changes came into effect on 24 September 2025.
Draconian Construction Claims - A War Story
Why do we send invoices to customers? The answer is simple: to get paid. It follows that the best invoices are the ones that give you the best chance of getting paid.
Review Your Trust Deed Regularly
As legislation changes, trust deeds with outdated information can cause significant issues for those in charge. Some issues are avoided by a simple wording amendment, providing it is completed in the right legal form.
What is Changing for the Christchurch Airport Noise Contours?
Environment Law partner Margo Perpick provides an update on the remodelled noise level settings for residential land development around Christchurch Airport.