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1. [2016] NZEmpC 140 Wright v West Auckland Aquatics Inc and Turner [pdf, 76 KB]

   ...proceedings to the Court, the Court directed that the plaintiff file an amended statement of claim consolidating the original challenge and the causes of action in the proceedings removed to the Court. Timetabling directions were given as to the filing date and service of the amended statement of claim, and setting time for the defendants to file statements of defence. At that stage, no indication had been given that the first defendant was intending to participate in the proceedi...

2. [2022] NZEmpC 45 Teddy and Friends Ltd v Page [pdf, 160 KB]

   ...the Employment Relations Act 2000. The application for leave is not opposed by the plaintiff but nor is it consented to. [4] The approach to applications of this sort is well settled.2 Relevant factors include: (a) why the challenge was not filed within the required time; (b) the length of the delay in filing; (c) any prejudice or hardship to any person; (d) the effect on rights and liabilities; and (e) the interests of justice. [5] The statement of claim was filed on 2...

3. Notice of motion seeking waivers and directions [pdf, 185 KB]

   ...section 291, rather than a standard waiver application under section 281, because there is not yet a proceeding before the Court in the context of which an application under section 281 can be made. Page 3 WAIVERS AND DIRECTIONS SOUGHT Filing requirements Section 274 processes 5. The Transport Agency respectfully seeks that the following requirements under section 274 of the RMA be waived: (a) the requirement that a party lodge a signed original and one copy of their...

4. Adoption Law Reform: Second round of engagement in 2022

   On 20 June 2022, the Government asked for the public’s views on the options for reform. As part of this engagement, the Ministry of Justice met with a range of individuals and communities both face-to-face and online. The second round of engagement closed on 7 August. We’ll use your feedback to inform the development of final policy proposals for adoption law reform. This may include refining, changing or adding to the options set out in the discussion document. On this page: What we heard

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5. [2020] NZIACDT 19 - DMX v Guich (11 May 2020) [pdf, 112 KB]

   ...the meeting, the complainant wanted to go ahead with the application despite the risk it might not succeed. [6] On 16 July 2017, the complainant and Mr Guich signed the latter’s client agreement. Mr Guich agreed to assist the complainant to file an expression of interest (EOI) and residence application. The fee was $2,400 (incl. GST). [7] The complainant’s EOI was lodged with Immigration New Zealand by Mr Guich on 18 July 2017. [8] On 26 July 2017, Immigration New Zealand is...

6. Brown v New Zealand Post Ltd (Recusal Application) [2016] NZHRRT 37 [pdf, 287 KB]

   ...BACKGROUND List of proceedings brought by Mr Brown [2] Because reference will necessarily be made to other proceedings brought before the Tribunal by Mr Brown a list of his past and present cases follows: [2.1] HRRT003/2013: Brown v Otago Polytechnic. Filed 21 February 2013. Status: notice of withdrawal signed on 12 June 2014. [2.2] HRRT004/2013: Brown v Progressive Enterprises Ltd. Filed 19 March 2013. Status: notice of withdrawal signed on 20 May 2014. [2.3] HRRT037/2016: Bro...

7. INZ (Calder) v Chiv [2019] NZIACDT 73 (21 October 2019) [pdf, 240 KB]

   ...misrepresentation, incompetence, conflict of interest and a failure to provide to his clients certain documents required by the Code, including a written client agreement. [8] The Authority wrote to Mr Chiv on 24 April 2017 requesting the full files of seven clients, pursuant to its statutory powers. The files, or at least part of each one, were in due course provided by Mr Chiv. Explanation from Mr Chiv to the Authority [9] Ms E Nerida, then counsel for Mr Chiv, wrote to the Auth...

8. Environment Court - Level 4 Protocol (17 August 2021) [pdf, 115 KB]

   ...been completed in that case and only counsels’ replies remain to be given, which will be done by audio-visual link. 3. Special arrangements may be made for urgent hearings, if required. 4. The Court will be flexible with its procedures and filing deadlines. If deadlines are not able to be met, contact should be made with the registry by email to seek an extension of time. Mediation and expert conferences 5. Any mediations or expert conferences scheduled during the week of 1...

9. Environment Court - Level 4 Protocol (17 August 2021) [pdf, 115 KB]

   ...been completed in that case and only counsels’ replies remain to be given, which will be done by audio-visual link. 3. Special arrangements may be made for urgent hearings, if required. 4. The Court will be flexible with its procedures and filing deadlines. If deadlines are not able to be met, contact should be made with the registry by email to seek an extension of time. Mediation and expert conferences 5. Any mediations or expert conferences scheduled during the week of 1...

10. Family Violence Act application forms for lawyers

    A separate set of Family Violence Act 2018 application forms are available for lawyers to use. Application for protection and property orders Notice of residential address and request for confidentiality Information for police Affidavit in support of application for protection and property orders Information sheet for the court Certificate of lawyer for application for protection order Affidavit of service Notice of Defence Notice of Intention to Appear Notice of Objection to Direction to Attend

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