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Events

Law Society events bring together industry experts, thought leaders, and practitioners from across the profession in an environment of collaboration, learning, and innovation.

Come along to connect, gain insights and expand your network.

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November

Employment Law Conference 2024

In-person or Online

Thursday, 31 October 2024, 7:45 am –
Friday, 1 November 2024, 4:00 pm

Explore the latest developments in employment law at the biennial Employment Law Conference. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with colleagues as you learn from an exceptional lineup of speakers and stay ahead of the ever-evolving employment law landscape.

NZ Asian Lawyers Awards

In-person or Online

Friday, 1 November 2024
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

NZ Asian Lawyers and the NZ Law Society have partnered to hold the inaugural NZ Asian Lawyers Awards, to be presented by the Attorney General, the Hon Judith Collins KC, who will also be speaking at the event. Awards Nominations should be sent to nzasian.lawyers@gmail.com and registration link to come from NZ Asian Lawyers.

South Island Devil's Own Golf Tournament 2024

In-person

Friday, 1 November 2024, 12:00 pm –
Sunday, 3 November 2024, 2:30 pm

Fore the Love of Golf! Calling All Golf Enthusiasts.
The South Island Devil’s Own (SIDO) golf tournament is a fun, social, golfing weekend for lawyers, legal executives and judges, both current and retired, from throughout New Zealand.

FLS webinar: Home for Life (Permanency)

Online

Monday, 11 November 2024
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

The FLS together with Oranga Tamariki are presenting a webinar on Home for Life (permanency) so family lawyers have a good understanding of the permanency process. We encourage you to register even if you are unavailable to attend on that date as a recording of the webinar and CPD form will be provided to all registrants following the webinar. CPD: 1 hour

Death and the Law Update

In-person or Online

Wednesday, 6 November 2024
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Help your clients & their whānau navigate the complexities of life’s final chapter. The presenters will provide you with practical guidance and updates including end-of-life decision making, relationship property issues, interpreting wills, executors duties, dealing with claims, the latest case law and common pitfalls.

Judicial Appointment - the pathway to becoming a High Court Judge

Online

Thursday, 7 November 2024
11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join Chief Justice Dame Helen Winkelmann (GNZM) and Attorney-General Judith Collins KC for an informative discussion on the pathway to becoming a High Court Judge. Daniel Kalderimis KC will be facilitating the webinar. The live stream will outline what they consider when recommending (in the case of the Chief Justice) and selecting (in the case of the Attorney-General) appointees to the High Court bench – the personal and professional attributes and skills that contribute to a successful judicial career.

Law Society Northland Dinner

In-person

Thursday, 7 November 2024
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Join Law Society Vice President, David Campbell and CEO, Katie Rusbatch for a lively evening of networking, conversation and dining in Te Tai Tokerau Northland. We're also excited to introduce our new Auckland Branch Manager, Gaylene Douglas.

13th Criminal Law Conference

In-person or Online

Friday, 8 November 2024
8:50 am – 5:05 pm

Take a deep dive into the latest developments in criminal law! From essential updates on evidence and sentencing to important developments including: Te Ao Mārama framework, mental impairment, the impact of sentencing and bail on children, and practical options for successful defendants. The 13th Criminal Law Conference is a must attend event for those at the criminal bar.

The Principles of the Treaty/ Te Tiriti Panel Seminar

Online

Tuesday, 12 November 2024
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Te Hunga Rōia Māori o Aotearoa and The New Zealand Law Society Te Kāhui Ture o Aotearoa are co-hosting a panel discussion and presentation by Dr Carwyn Jones and Dr Damen Ward, authors of Treaty Law: Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi in Law and Practice. This 90-minute session is designed for legal professionals with an interest in the application of te Tiriti Law principles to their day-to-day legal practice. CPD Points: 1.5

The Principles of the Treaty/ Te Tiriti Panel Seminar

In-person 

Tuesday, 12 November 2024
4:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Te Hunga Rōia Māori o Aotearoa and The New Zealand Law Society Te Kāhui Ture o Aotearoa are co-hosting a panel discussion and presentation by Dr Carwyn Jones and Dr Damen Ward, authors of Treaty Law: Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi in Law and Practice. This 90-minute session is designed for legal professionals with an interest in the application of te Tiriti Law principles to their day-to-day legal practice. CPD Points: 1.5

Commerce Commission / ILANZ Webinar- Guidance for Businesses

Online

Wednesday, 13 November 2024
12pm – 1pm

This webinar will cover the Commerce Commission’s recently revised Enforcement Response Guidelines, and its Consumer Remediation Guidance for Businesses published last year.

Rotorua Quiz Night

In-person

Thursday, 14 November 2024
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

The annual quiz night is on again! Get your team together for this hotly-contested competition. Great prizes, a trophy and, most importantly, bragging rights are up for grabs.

Bar Dinner 2024 - Lawyers

In-person

Friday, 15 November 2024
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

A celebratory dinner to honour recent judicial appointees.

FLS webinar: Mental Health for Beginners

Online

Monday, 18 November 2024
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Dr Mark Fisher, Clinical Head for Mental Health Services for Older People at Health New Zealand Counties Manukau, Family Court Judge Hana Ellis, FLS Deputy Chair Andrew Finnie and FLS executive member Liz Lewes will present this one-hour, broad brush, beginners’ introduction to the Act.
Note: A recording of the webinar and CPD form will be provided to all registrants following the webinar.

PLS webinar: Updated A & I Requirements for E-dealing Standard and Guideline 2024

Online

Tuesday, 19 November 2024
11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Toitū Te Whenua Land Information New Zealand is presenting a livestream webinar in association with the Property Law Section and Rāngai Hāpai Ture o Aotearoa Legal Executives New Zealand. Robert Metcalf, Deputy Registrar-General of Land, will talk about the updated Authority and Identity Requirements for E-Dealing Standard and Guideline 2024.

Auckland Lawn Bowls - MAS/ILANZ end of year event

In-person

Tuesday, 19 November 2024
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Get ready to roll with fellow in-house lawyers in a game of lawn bowls that promises laughter and friendly competition. We'll play in teams of 4, so let us know if you've got your team ready or if you're arriving solo. If you cancel your booking before 5pm Tuesday 5 November, a full refund will be made. After this date, there will be no refund. You may transfer your ticket at any time.

Thinking Property - Nelson

In-person

Thursday, 21 November 2024
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM

Thinking Property is a collegial, educational session hosted and facilitated by the PLS Executive Committee. The 90-minute fast-paced session is eligible for 1 CPD hour and takes place after the Executive committee meeting and covers a wide range of topics. 

Wellington Lawn Bowls - MAS/ILANZ end of year event

In-person

Thursday, 21 November 2024
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

ILANZ and MAS invite New Zealand Law Society staff and all in-house lawyers you to attend our Wellington end of year function!  Get ready to roll with fellow in-house lawyers in a game of lawn bowls that promises to be filled with laughter and friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned bowler or a first-timer, this event is designed for all skill levels so join in on the fun! Each ticket includes dinner and beverages.

FLS Auckland Christmas Function

In-person

Thursday, 21 November 2024
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm

The Family Law Section is again hosting the popular Auckland Christmas drinks at The Cav in Ponsonby. We invite all FLS members and other family lawyers to attend. Canapes and a generous bar tab will be provided, along with a cash bar if required. Numbers are limited so we encourage you to RSVP as early as possible. 

FLS North Shore Christmas Drinks Function

In-person

Friday, 22 November 2024
5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

The FLS North Shore regional representatives, Rebecca Holm and Jade Cookson have organised a Christmas drinks function at Turner Hopkins in North Shore. Canapes and drinks will be provided. We invite all FLS members and other family lawyers to attend. Please RSVP by 15 November. No RSVPs nor refunds will be available after 15 November. 

Welcome to the Profession

In-person

Thursday, 28 November 2024
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

The Auckland New Lawyers committee invite you to join us for our final Welcome to the Profession event for 2024. This event is an opportunity to connect with your newly admitted peers, share stories and engage with your Branch committee members.

Hastings End-of-Year Event

In-person 

Thursday, 28 November 2024
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

The Law Society's Hawke's Bay Branch Council invites you to join us at Craft and Social Bar & Eatery for an evening of collegiality inside the historic ToiToi Hawke’s Bay Arts & Events Centre.

Upcoming CPD Courses and Events

In-person or Online

November

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