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1. McDonald and Brummer v New Zealand Law Society [2012] NZLCDT 3 [pdf, 110 KB]

   ...exercise of the discretion. (a) The need to protect both the public and the standing of the profession [17] In this case that consideration needs to be divided into two parts. [18] The New Zealand Law Society considered that there was need for protection of the public. That submission appeared to be advanced on the basis that the offending was serious and prolonged. It is conceded however that the employment arrangements proposed would not allow Mr Hancock any access to the tr...

2. BORA Courts and Criminal Matters Bill [pdf, 31 KB]

   ...Act. The release of this advice should not be taken to indicate that the Attorney-General agrees with all aspects of it, nor does its release constitute a general waiver of legal professional privilege in respect of this or any other matter. Whilst care has been taken to ensure that this document is an accurate reproduction of the advice provided to the Attorney-General, neither the Ministry of Justice nor the Crown Law Office accepts any liability for any errors or omissions....

3. BORA Statutes Amendment Bill (No 2) - justice items [pdf, 212 KB]

   ...of legislation, which are either administered by the Ministry of Justice or affect legislation administered, or powers and functions performed, by the Ministry: • Bail Act 2000 • Harassment Act 1997 • Oaths and Declarations Act 1957 • Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act 1988 • Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 • Sentencing Act 2002 • Victims’ Orders Against Violent Offenders Act 2014 6. Crown Law considers that, apart from the two exceptions considered f...

4. BORA Ngati Mutunga Claims Settlement Bill [pdf, 356 KB]

   ...between individuals. 9. Clause 23(3) of the Bill excludes damages as a remedy for any failure of the Crown to comply with a protocol under Part 2. This clause affects the substantive law and does not in my view fall within the ambit of s 27(3), which protects procedural rights. Accordingly, clause 23(3) of the Bill is consistent with s 27(3) of the Bill of Rights. Fergus Sinclair Crown Counsel DDI: (04) 494-5630 Fax: (04) 494-5675 Email: fergus.sinclair @crownlaw.govt.nz Footno...

5. BORA Te Roroa Claims Settlement Bill [pdf, 350 KB]

   ...between individuals. 8. Clause 21(3) of the Bill excludes damages as a remedy for any failure of the Crown to comply with a protocol under Part 2. This clause affects the substantive law and does not in my view fall within the ambit of s 27(3), that protects procedural rights. Accordingly, clause 21(3) of the Bill is consistent with s 27(3) of the Bill of Rights. Yours sincerely Jane Foster Associate Crown Counsel 1 See our advice in respect of the Ngati Mutunga Settlement (dated...

6. 2022-03-22 Summary of Evidence of Jana Davis on behalf of the ORC, Kāi Tahu ki Otago and Ngāi Tahu ki Murihiku - 21 March 2022 [pdf, 111 KB]

   ...Tahu have a deep and enduring connection with wai māori and the plants and animals it supports, as described by Mr Ellison and Mr Whaanga in their evidence. That connection gives rise to both rakatirataka rights and kaitiakitaka obligations to protect the mauri of all water bodies. 2 The health of our wai plays an important role in the balance of eco- systems and the abundance and resilience of mahika kai. We understand that what occurs in the headwaters affects all life all the...

7. What to expect from your legal aid lawyer

   ...system. Standards of service All lawyers have to meet standards of professional behaviour set out in legislation. Legal aid lawyers must also comply with the Ministry of Justice practice standards. Under these rules, you can expect that your lawyer will protect and promote your interests, keep you informed, give you clear information and advice, protect your privacy and treat you fairly and respectfully. Find out more: Rules of Conduct and Client Care Legal aid practice standards Professional...

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8. Directory of Official Information J-L [pdf, 765 KB]

   ...Limited .......................................................................................................... 24 Lakes District Health Board ................................................................................................ 29 Landcare Research New Zealand Limited ......................................................................... 34 Landcorp Farming Limited (Pāmu) ..................................................................................... 37 Law Comm...

9. Directory of Official Information J-L [pdf, 792 KB]

   ...Limited .........................................................................................................27 Lakes District Health Board ...............................................................................................32 Landcare Research New Zealand Limited ........................................................................37 Landcorp Farming Limited (Pāmu) ...................................................................................40 Law Commission .....

10. Directory of Official Information J-L [pdf, 792 KB]

    ...Limited .........................................................................................................27 Lakes District Health Board ...............................................................................................32 Landcare Research New Zealand Limited ........................................................................37 Landcorp Farming Limited (Pāmu) ...................................................................................40 Law Commission .....