Articles
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The Memorandum of Wishes to accompany a Trust
This article focuses on a document that sometimes accompanies a family trust called a Memorandum of Wishes (MOW's). This can be particularly helpful when a ...
May 2022
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Profile of Julia Holden, Litigator
Julia joined Holmden Horrocks in June 2019, first as a law clerk, and then as a solicitor after being admitted to the bar in October ...
May 2022
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Changes to the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act
Recent changes to the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act (CCCFA) have made banks less likely to approve loans. The changes, which came into force ...
May 2022
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How can parents assist their children to purchase a first home?
You want to help your child, but you also want to protect your own interests. Click to read about how you can do this.
Nov. 2021
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Our newest Solicitor, Mina Kiryakos
Mina joined the Holmden Horrocks team 16 months ago in our property & commercial team.
Nov. 2021
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Dealing with out-dated Restrictive Covenants?
This issue often arises where a property was originally part of a subdivision
Nov. 2021
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Powers of Attorney in light of the new Trusts Act
Do you need to put in place or update your power of attorney documents? (with particular emphasis on trustees)
May 2021
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Professional Services, On-boarding clients, and the use of Processing Agents
Should we be concerned if our personal information is being sent to a processing agent?
May 2021
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Chris Foote rejoins the Holmden Horrocks Team after 42 years
A warm welcome to Chris who has re-joined Holmden Horrocks as our newest Consultant.
May 2021
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Enduring Powers of Attorney and the Trusts Act
Enduring Powers of Attorney have become a useful tool in dealing with incapacity issues for trustees, potentially saving on unnecessary Court costs.
Feb. 2021
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New Tenancy Laws: Some considerations for landlords
Scan your eye over some significant new tenancy laws commencing on 11 February 2021.
Feb. 2021
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Sean Lennon - our recently appointed Takapuna Associate
Sean Lennon joined the Holmden Horrocks team in June 2020. Find out more about him.
Feb. 2021
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New Trusts Act - Changes to Trust Deeds?
With the imminent arrival of the new Trusts Act, we consider the possible changes to trusts and trust deeds.
Aug. 2020
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Buying an Apartment - What you need to know
An apartment could have hidden issues. This article brings these to light.
Aug. 2020
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Duncan Bamfield - Celebrating 70 years of Holmden Horrocks
Duncan Bamfield has been a colourful contributor to the life of Holmden Horrocks for 70 years. He shares an anecdote.
Aug. 2020
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Is my apartment my own?
People usually prefer certainty when purchasing property, but on the other hand, if we go into economic recession (or worse) there may be some good ...
April 2020
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Employment – COVID-19/Wage Subsidy Issues
Employment Law: aspects of the government’s wage subsidy scheme that are challenging to apply
April 2020
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Commercial Leases – Rent & OPEX during COVID alert levels
Rental issues between commercial landlords and tenants are coming thick and fast due to COVID-19. Here is our view on the issues.
April 2020
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John O'Toole, celebrating 50 years of legal practice
A brief history on Holmden Horrocks lawyer John O'Toole as he celebrates 50 years of legal practice.
Dec. 2019
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Having difficulty locating your boundary?
Tips for those purchasing a property.
Dec. 2019
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How the new Trust Act 2019 will affect you
Important changes to Trusts that become effective as of 30th January 2021 should be understood by all trustees.
Dec. 2019
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Doing a subdivision within a Future Urban Zone
Review of a case regarding subdivision in a Future Urban Zone.
Dec. 2019
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How the Lawyer and Accountant combine on Subdivision matters
The roles the Lawyer and the Accountant in the subdivision process.
Dec. 2019
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Internal Roads within Subdivision
How do you manage and maintain internal private roadways within subdivisions?
Dec. 2019
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Former Holmden Horrocks Lawyer appointed as a High Court Judge
Former Holmden Horrocks partners that went on to become High Court Judges
Sept. 2019