The Law Lowdown – SUMMER 2025

Catch up on all the news and information in this edition of The Law Lowdown

Inside this issue:

  • Exciting Move Ahead – Our New Home at 7 Paerata Road, Pukekohe
  • Five Crucial Aspects of Workplace Change and Redundancy
  • Changes to Probate Requirements: What Families Need to Know
  • New Pet Rules for Residential Tenancies – Landlords and Tenants Take Notice

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As we close for the festive season...

We wish you safety, joy, and special moments with your loved ones.

Our office will be closing at midday on the 23rd of December and reopen at 9am on the 12th of January 2026.

From the 12th of January 2026, we welcome you to our new office at:

7 Paerata Road,
Pukekohe.