Brighton v Standing [2012] NZIACDT 43 (24 August 2012) [pdf, 126 KB]
...the Code. [27.2.3] Respond to each of the issues raised by this complaint, with reference to his client record. [27.3] Mr Standing had indicated he does not have client records; apparently as they are in the hands of the liquidator of a company through which he conducted his practice. [27.4] However, Mr Standing was required to maintain client records for seven years, and be in a position to make them available. The Code has the force of law (see sections 37– 39 and 44 of the Act)....