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Whether you require assistance with a personal or business matter, we can provide you with exceptional guidance and representation. McVeagh Fleming is a full-service law firm with a 100-year history delivering legal services in Auckland, with three offices, in the Auckland CBD, Albany and Manukau.

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November 2024

Immigration changes to help those buying a business

In a welcome move for business owners, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has revised its policies to make it easier for those buying businesses to keep their existing workforce. From 6 November 2024, this change will streamline the process for Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) holders, reducing delays and red tape that previously made it difficult for new business owners to retain valued migrant staff.
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October 2024

A Donkey, an Elephant, or New Zealand

There is no doubt that 5 November 2024 will lead to someone being appointed as the most powerful person in the world. While we won't be trying to assume who will win, we do know that, on that day, about half of the population in the USA is likely to be disappointed with the result. That is why we wanted to raise a third option. We'll cover a few differences that people may experience by moving to New Zealand, as well as some of the immigration options that may be open to you.
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October 2024

I was excluded from a Will, what can I do?

If one of your loved ones has left you out of their Will or you believe that their Will is unfair or their Will did not adequately provide for you, you may be able to make a claim under the Family Protection Act 1955 (the FPA) against their estate.
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October 2024

Land covenants: the ability to amend to reflect modern developments

This article explores the legal principles surrounding land covenants, focusing on a case where a developer sought to modify a land covenant that restricted the number of dwellings on their property. The Court ultimately agreed to modify the covenant, determining that no substantial injury would result to neighboring property owners and the change reflected modern development demands.
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Important announcements

Latest partner appointments

We are delighted to announce that two of our senior lawyers have been admitted as partners. Please join us in congratulating Fiona Faithfull and Michael Witt on this remarkable achievement.

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Congratulations to Alissa Bell being selected as one of the 2024 Elite Woman Lawyers

McVeagh Fleming partner and chair Alissa Bell, has been named in the 2024 list of NZ Lawyer Elite Women. The list honors exceptional female legal professionals for their significant contributions and impactful achievements over the past year.

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Excellence Awardees for two categories at the New Zealand Law Awards

We have been named as excellence awardees for two categories of the New Zealand Law Awards 2024!

🏆 MID-SIZE LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR
🏆 LAW FIRM LEADER OF THE YEAR (≤100 LAWYERS) - Alissa Bell

The final award ceremony will take place on Thursday, 28 November 2024 at the Viaduct Events Centre, Auckland. We are incredibly proud of our team’s hard work and dedication. While winning the award would be wonderful, being shortlisted as Excellence Awardees is already a significant achievement.

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New Board Appointment – Tracie Waterhouse

Tracie Waterhouse has joined the Board of McVeagh Fleming. Since becoming an Equity Partner in May 2021, she has played a key role in our decision-making process. Her strategic thinking and results-oriented focus will be invaluable in her new governance role. Please take a moment to congratulate Tracie and wish her well in her new role. It’s extra responsibility on top of her already busy workload, and we are confident she will rise to the challenge.

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