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Chief District Court Judge Heemi Taumaunu has agreed to extend the local solution framework currently in place in the Auckland Metro District Courts to the Northland region.
Auckland’s extreme rain event of Friday 27 January has damaged the Auckland District Court, and caused minor damage to some other court buildings. Find out more about how courts will operate in Auckland for the rest of the week, and where to find information about court proceedings affected by the temporary closure of the Auckland District Court.
We are focused on ensuring we embrace the opportunities we have ahead of us to shape and build a modern, inclusive and world-class profession. Read our Regulatory strategy, measures and successes.
The Law Society is giving notice that it has started the procedures to wind up the Solicitors’ Fidelity Guarantee Fund. The Lawyers’ Fidelity Fund is unaffected by the proposal to wind up the old fund and will continue.
The Law Society sections are specialist representative groups for lawyers who practise in family law, property law or practise in-house. Read more for information on support, law reform and advocacy as well as training.
The Law Society has 13 branches nationwide. Contact your local branch for information about upcoming local events, training opportunities, information and support or to make inquiries.
The Complaints Service investigates complaints about the conduct and service of lawyers, law firms or employees. Talk to us to find out if you have grounds for a complaint and the process for making one.
NZLS CLE Ltd delivers a wide range of professional development training to New Zealand lawyers. Visit the NZLS CLE site for the latest CPD opportunities.