Cavell Leitch

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At Cavell Leitch, we deliver tailored legal solutions for individuals, families, and businesses across New Zealand. From resolving disputes to navigating complex corporate challenges, our proven expertise ensures clarity, support, and successful outcomes.

In addition to showcasing our own success stories, we share expert analysis of significant legal cases. These insights, written by our lawyers, explore key decisions and their real-world implications—offering valuable perspectives to help you navigate your legal challenges with confidence.

Assessing Validity of Family Protection Act Claims

Discover the implications of a recent court ruling on Family Protection Act claims, including the inclusion of lifetime gifts to descendants in assessing support and maintenance. Learn how this precedent could impact future claims and the key principles guiding these legal decisions.


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Don’t Miss Out on Claiming for Defective Construction Work

Delay Could Cost You: Understand How Limitation Periods Impact Your Rights to Compensation

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Supreme Court Mainzeal decision: Lessons for directors’ duties

Long awaited judgment in the Mainzeal case confirming that the directors are liable for payment of the sum of $39.8m.


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Zuru Inc. vs. Glassdoor: Unmasking Anonymous Employee Reviews

Explore the landmark case where Zuru Inc. secured a U.S. court order compelling Glassdoor to reveal identities behind negative anonymous employee reviews, highlighting implications for online anonymity and employer reputation management.

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PJ (Permanent Residence) [2023] NZIPT 206646 (Residence appeal)

The Immigration and Protection Tribunal's decision about a residence appeal: PJ (Permanent Residence), in which the tribunal took the appellant’s special circumstance into consideration.

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No hat, no job? -ERA serves reminder to employers about relying on workplace policies.

recent Employment Relations Authority decision emphasizes the importance of clear workplace policies for employers. Learn why unwritten rules may not suffice and how to ensure your policies are effective and legally sound

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A promise is a promise

Testamentary promises in Wills - Two notable High Court decisions regarding testamentary promises.

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