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What does the Lawyer for my Child do?
The role of the lawyer for the child in New Zealand emphasises the importance of giving children a voice in legal proceedings that directly

Jules McClain
Mar 13, 20243 min read


It’s a Simple Agreement so Why Doesn’t It Feel Simple?
Even for a simple relationship property agreement, there are some hoops to jump through to complete your agreement.

Selina Trigg
Mar 13, 20244 min read


Why You Can Ease Up About Your Parenting Agreement!
Remembering that your parenting agreement will likely need to change in the future, consider what is appropriate here and now given your chi

Selina Trigg
Mar 10, 20244 min read


7 Things to Include in Your Parenting Agreement
In among all the ‘big ticket’ parenting matters to include in your parenting plan, here are 7 items I see parents often overlook.

Selina Trigg
Mar 7, 20245 min read


Why you need a Will
Contemplating your death is not something anyone relishes which is possibly why so many people put off completing their will or updating it.

Eugene Raika
Mar 6, 20242 min read


Adoption – Where does Culture Come In?
The family who had just appeared in Court were all in tears as we walked out. There were hugs and expressions of gratitude all round and...

Selina Trigg
Mar 5, 20243 min read


Why do we have to Adopt Our Own Child in a Surrogacy?
Many people struggle to understand why New Zealand law requires an adoption in surrogacy situations.

Selina Trigg
Mar 3, 20244 min read


Collaborative Process - Sorting Out Your Separation or Divorce Without Lawyers’ Letters!
Do you believe that sorting out the legal and financial matters of your separation or divorce needs to involve letters being fired from...

Selina Trigg
Feb 21, 20245 min read


Choosing the Right Resolution Process for You
There is more than one pathway to resolution and achieving an amicable separation and future co-parenting relationship!

Selina Trigg
Feb 14, 20244 min read


Surrogacy - the Basics to Know
Many think of family lawyers as being involved in separations or divorces. However, family formation work is a key part of our work.

Selina Trigg
Feb 7, 20243 min read


The Critical Decision in Your Separation or Divorce
When faced with a separation or other family law issue, what’s one of the most critical, most impactful decisions you will make?

Selina Trigg
Jan 17, 20245 min read
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