Thomson Reuters author Jarrod True provides an update on New Zealand’s long-anticipated online casino reforms, which present a rare and strategically significant opportunity for operators. For those seeking entry into…
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Using AI-Assisted Research to Improve Efficiency, Accuracy, and Client Outcomes
Welcome to Tui Law Ltd. Nau mai Haere mai. Tui Law Ltd was established in 2018 in Tauranga and later moved to Rotorua to meet a growing need for legal representation in the region. The firm provides tailored legal services across the North Island, specialising in Family, Criminal,…
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Critical Precedents – Hidden in Plain Sight
When a judge builds a decision, the reasoning rarely travels in a straight line from one authority to the next. Courts draw on a web of related cases — decisions…
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The Law Never Stops Changing — and Neither Should Your Research
The law is a living system as it reflects the society it governs. New legislation is passed, existing legislation is amended, provisions substituted, and frameworks repealed and replaced. This is not a…
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Spark Legal scales in-house support with CoCounsel
About Spark and Spark Legal Spark New Zealand is New Zealand’s largest telecommunications and digital services company, delivering mobile, broadband, cloud, IT, and digital solutions to consumers, businesses, and government agencies. As a critical national infrastructure…
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2026 State of the Corporate Law Department Report
There’s a concerning gap between General Counsel and their bosses – 86% of GCs believe their department contributes significantly to company goals. Only 17% of the C-Suite agrees, according to…
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The Expert’s Edge Special: Employment Law – the first major changes of 2026
2026 promises to be a year of multiple changes to employment legislation. The first wave of change broke in February. Overview The Employment Relations Amendment Act 2026 came into force on 21 February 2026 (the day after Royal assent). The preceding Bill began with this general policy statement: …
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State of the New Zealand Legal Market: 2026 Report
After navigating several challenging years marked by economic uncertainty and fluctuating demand, New Zealand law firms have emerged with their strongest financial performance since 2021. The Thomson Reuters Institute’s 2026 State of the…
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The Expert’s Edge Special: New Zealand joins Budapest Convention on Cybercrime
On 30 July 2025, the Budapest Convention and Related Matters Legislation Amendment Act 2025 received Royal Assent, with most of the amendments coming into force on 1 October 2025. The amendments align New Zealand law with…
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How Westlaw Supports Community Law Centres in Achieving ‘Legal Access for All’
Community Law Centres Aotearoa – A Beacon of Justice Community Law Centres Aotearoa (CLCA) stands as a vital network across New Zealand, dedicated to ensuring access to justice for everyone. With 24 centres reaching over 120…
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