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1. Performance Improvement Framework (PIF) July 2012 [pdf, 506 KB]

   ...will know what this is because we will ask them – an in-depth survey of the Ministry’s stakeholders and customers will be undertaken by 31 October 2012. The Ministry must capitalise on the willingness of the judiciary, representa ves of the legal profession and other groups who make the jus ce system work and ensure its integrity, to engage construc vely and deliver be er outcomes. Their support is cri cal for improving the performance of the system and for any change and by Ju...

2. Family Court Rewrite Submission - Paul von Dadelszen QSO [pdf, 268 KB]

   ...Justice Reforms, in addition to that dated 6 October 2018. 2. In my earlier submission I highlighted five areas of concern and, in my meeting with Panel member, Mr Chris Dellabarca, I added a sixth; they were: • The voice of the child; • Legal representation; • The Early Intervention Process (EIP); • Cases involving violence; • Senior Family Court Registrars; and • The reinstatement of free counselling (known as s.9 counselling). In this further submission, I...

3. Ministry’s latest Annual Report published

   ...are receiving from our customers are excellent. They reflect very well on everyone in the Ministry, and truly show that our staff are ‘walking a mile in the shoes of the public’.” For example, the Annual Report notes that 55,000 people received legal aid. The public feedback on the revised legal aid application forms has been very positive. They said: “It’s now easier to apply for aid”, “I think the new form is great!’ and “The irrelevant questions are gone, and it will be muc...

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4. Cabinet paper - Tyson Gregory Redman application for compensation for wrongful conviction and imprisonment: next steps [pdf, 4.4 MB]

   ...harm, as a result of his wrongful convictions and imprisonment, s 9(2)(a) 9. In respect of compensation for pecuniary loss , Dr Stevens also recommended that the amounts referred to in paragraph 7 be augmented by payment of: 9.1. Mr Redman's legal costs in bringing the compensation claim (once the amount is finalised); and 9.2. Mr Redman's costs of receiving counselling and therapy s 9(2)(a) over two years and up to a maximum of $21 ,700 including GST, to treat the mental...

5. Roberts v McKenzie - Tokaanu Māori Township 2nd Residue Trust (2017) 371 Aotea MB 133 (371 AOT 133) [pdf, 340 KB]

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6. Going to Court after Mediation factsheet [pdf, 153 KB]

   ...may decide that the case will go to a hearing. A hearing is more formal than a conference. It takes place in a courtroom with a judge. You can represent yourself or you can have a lawyer. If you can’t afford a lawyer, you may be able to get legal aid or free community legal help. There are different types of hearings: • A formal proof hearing happens when the other person has decided not to defend the application. Here the judge examines proof that the care and contact a...

7. LCRO 35/2020 RS v HM (27 May 2020) [pdf, 86 KB]

   LEGAL COMPLAINTS REVIEW OFFICER ĀPIHA AROTAKE AMUAMU Ā-TURE [2020] NZLCRO 76 Ref: LCRO 35/2020 CONCERNING an application for review pursuant to section 193 of the Lawyers and Conveyancers Act 2006 AND CONCERNING a determination of the [Area] Standards Committee [X] BETWEEN RS Applicant AND HM Respondent DECISION The names and identifying details of the parties in this decision have been changed. Introduction [1] Mr RS has ap...

8. VSC guide to filing a claim [pdf, 262 KB]

   ...harm or loss against the offender. If the amounts to be paid are more than the amount of money held in the trust account for the offender, the victim may be able to seek the balance through additional enforcement proceedings. Representation and Legal Aid A claimant may be represented or assisted by another person (for example, a lawyer or a support person). Claimants who need legal assistance may be entitled to legal aid. For information on your eligibility and finding a legal aid l...

9. Information sent to Ministers

   ...free and frank expression of opinions by or between or to Ministers of the Crown or members of an organisation or officers and employees of any public service agency or organisation in the course of their duty. Section 9(2)(h) - maintain legal professional privilege. You have a right to request a copy of any document listed under the Official Information Act.  Publication of any title does not preclude the item being withheld either in part or in full should it be requested...

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10. Application and affidavit for Property Order [pdf, 651 KB]

    ...mean? The Property Order form uses words and terms that may be new to you. See the Protection Order guide for other terms. Term Description Dwellinghouse A place to live, which can include a flat town house, a mobile home or caravan or other shelter. Legal interest Different ways to own property. Vested tenancy If a tenancy is ‘vested’ in a person, it means that person becomes the only tenant.   Do you need legal advice? You can make this application yourself or you may want to g...