The Law Lowdown – SUMMER 2025
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Changes to Probate Requirements: What Families Need to Know
New Zealand’s estate administration rules have recently been updated, making it easier in some situations for families to wind up a loved one’s affairs without applying for probate. These changes aim to reduce unnecessary time and cost for smaller or straightforward estates, while keeping important safeguards in place for more complex matters. WHAT HAS CHANGED?
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Five Crucial Aspects of Workplace Change and Redundancy
Redundancies have been on the increase over the past 12-months, and as New Zealand’s economic recovery is proving to be more sluggish than most had anticipated, redundancies may continue to rise. Although some sectors have been impacted more than others, redundancies have been felt across the whole of New Zealand and in every part of
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Exciting Move Ahead – Our New Home at 7 Paerata Road, Pukekohe
We are pleased to share some exciting news about the next chapter for our firm. From January 2026, we will be moving into larger, purpose-built premises at 7 Paerata Road, Pukekohe. This move marks an important milestone in our continued growth and commitment to providing an exceptional level of service to our clients and community.
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The Law Lowdown – SPRING 2025
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Time to get a Will or review your current Will
September was Will’s Month and Blackwood Montagna acknowledged this with a well-attended drinks and nibbles function at the Franklin Club on Tuesday 16th September. Lawyers George Nonu and Simon Bratley spoke to the group on Wills and Succession Planning matters, and Director Peter Montagna facilitated a Q and A session. The audience were very engaged
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Welcoming our new team members
At Blackwood Montagna, we are committed to providing high quality legal services with a strong focus on the Franklin and Pukekohe communities we are proud to serve. We have been growing rapidly and are delighted to introduce several outstanding new members of our team, all having joined the practice this year. Each brings unique skills,
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Understanding Easements in New Zealand
When you buy or own property in New Zealand, you may come across the term easement. Easements are a common legal feature of land ownership, and while they can sound technical, they play an important role in allowing landowners to use their property effectively. What is an Easement? An easement is a legal right to
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Consumer Rights for Flight Disruption Costs in New Zealand
Recently Jetstar was ordered to pay a $2.25 million fine after misleading customers about their compensation rights when flights were cancelled or delayed for reasons within its control. The case made headlines and put the spotlight on what New Zealand travellers can reasonably expect when their journeys are disrupted. Flight cancellations, delays, and where boarding
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Why You Should Have Enduring Powers of Attorney in Place
Planning ahead isn’t just about writing a will – it also involves ensuring that trusted people can make decisions for you if you are no longer able to do so. In New Zealand, this is done through Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPAs), and every adult should consider having these in place. There are two types
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