Publications

‘Without prejudice’ negotiating with confidence: Oct 2008In this article Jane Argyle, a solicitor with Anderson Lloyd, explains what ‘without prejudice’ means.
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Limited partnerships as an investment destination: Oct 2008Andrew Skinner, an associate with Anderson Lloyd, outlines the basic structure of a limited partnership and discusses the key features of the new limited partnership regime.
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Connect magazine - Spring 2008: Oct 2008Welcome to Lawlink's spring edition of Connect magazine, a business commentary publication.
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Restricted Discretionary Activities: Jul 2008This article, written by Michael Garbett, a partner at Anderson Lloyd, follows on from an earlier article entitled “Restricted Discretionary Activities – Are They Really?”, which discussed different approaches adopted in the Environment Court towards assessing resource consents for restricted discretionary activities. The High Court has since issued its decision in Auckland City Council v The John Woolley Trust (CIV 2004-404-3787). This article analysis that decision and its practical implications.
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Investment Advisers and Brokers – New Disclosure Obligations: Jun 2008This article, written by corporte and commerical associate Josie Simpson, is an overview of the new amendments to the law affecting investment advisers and investment brokers disclosure requirements.
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Phoenix Companies – Personal Liability and Penalties for Directors: Jun 2008In this article, corporate and commercial associate Stephanie Pettigrew writes 'The new provisions of the Companies Act 1993 relating to phoenix companies may not have anything to do with Greek mythology or Harry Potter. However, directors who do not heed them may find that they need magical powers in order to avoid a hefty fine or imprisonment'.
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Restricted Discretionary Activities – Are they really?: Jun 2008In this article, partner Michael Garbett analyses the case law dealing with restricted discretionary activities. This article discusses the current approach of the Environment Court to such consents and explains how this approach can complicate the consent process.
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Connect Magazine - Autumn 2008: Jun 2008Welcome to the autumn edition of Lawlink's new look magazine, Connect.
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Expansion of Takovers Code: Jan 2008Paul Hubbard is a partner in the commercial team and has advised in relation to several takeovers under the Code since its inception.
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New regulations for finance companies and other non-bank deposit takers: Dec 2007In this article, associate Ben Johnston gives an in-depth review of the new regulations governing finance companies.
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Lawlink Magazine - Summer 2007: Dec 2007Welcome to Lawlink's summer edition business commentary publication.
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Employment Issues Update - September 2007: Sep 2007Session notes written by Anderson Lloyd partner Barry Dorking for the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants Annual Conference held in Queenstown on 28 and 29 September 2007.
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Lawlink Magazine – Spring 2007: Sep 2007Welcome to Lawlink's spring edition business commentary publication.
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A Guide - Business Laws: Jun 2007Here’s how to safeguard your business and save management time. The legislation outlined in this guide greatly affects your business. Coming to grips with what is required need not be a nightmare. A well planned compliance programme can make these laws work for you.
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A Guide - Family Trusts: Jun 2007One of the few certainties in life is change. Although change can be exciting, it can also create significant financial risks for you and your family. Establishing a family trust can help to protect you and your family from these financial risks. The aim of this booklet is to provide you with the information you need to make some decisions regarding family trusts.
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What is all the controversy about?: May 2007In light of the recent controversy relating to the reoffending, whilst on parole, of Graeme Burton and William Bell, Anderson Lloyd Solicitor, Jane Argyle examines the structure, functions and criteria for eligibility for parole in New Zealand.
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Relationship Property - What is fair?: Nov 2006Western society has come a long way in the past century in terms of recognition of the equality between men and women and in particular the recognition of equality between married partners or couples living in relationships in the nature of marriage. In this article we review recent House of Lords and New Zealand Court of Appeal decisions over equality and fairness in the division of relationship property when there is a breakdown of a relationship.
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Farm Syndications: Nov 2006In this article, Brett Gould explores the current trends towards farm syndications
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