Sentencing (in person)
The Court of Appeal has expressed interest in revisiting the main principles underlying the Sentencing Act. Examining potential arguments that arise to challenge the high rates of imprisonment in New Zealand. We will also focus on the Court of Appeal judgment in Zhang v The Queen which focuses on sentencing in methamphetamine cases.

Sentencing (live stream)
The Court of Appeal has expressed interest in revisiting the main principles underlying the Sentencing Act. Examining potential arguments that arise to challenge the high rates of imprisonment in New Zealand. We will also focus on the Court of Appeal judgment in Zhang v The Queen which focuses on sentencing in methamphetamine cases.

Commercial Law Series: Company Constitutions — One Size Does Not Fit All (Webinar)
This webinar will cover the key variables influenced by various factors (eg types and number of shareholders, whether there is a shareholders' agreement, and Code or listed status), including around pre-emptive provisions; 'drag along’ and ‘tag along’; governance, including appointment of the board of directors; and decisions requiring a special majority.

Insights into the Life Cycle of a Civil District Court File (in person)
This seminar offers a rare opportunity to discover more about the workings of the District Court, gain a better understanding of the various stages and procedures that may be encountered on the way to a final hearing and beyond from the Court’s perspective, and receive invaluable insights into how to avoid the numerous pitfalls that can occur along the way.

Chief Justice puts jury question trails online
Opening the books: jury question trails go online

Visiting Law Lord backs technology, online courts
Online trials: coming soon to a court near you?

Dealing with beneficiaries under the Trusts Act
Trust Law: complying with the new beneficiary disclosure rules

The committees of ADLS work to promote the interests of special interest groups and sections within the profession and to encourage the development of specialisation and expertise.

ADLS Annual Golf Tournament 2019
Golfers of all skill levels are invited to the ADLS Annual Golf Tournament, being held on Monday 21 October 2019.

Tauranga Cocktail Function
ADLS invites practitioners to join us for our Tauranga Cocktail Function to be held Wednesday 6 November 2019 at The Tauranga Club.

Newly Suited's 10 Questions with Chlöe Swarbrick MP & Hon Nikki Kaye MP
The ADLS Newly Suited Committee is excited to invite you to a panel discussion with Chlöe Swarbrick MP & Hon Nikki Kaye MP

Hawke's Bay Lawyers' Lunch
ADLS invites legal practitioners to attend our first Hawkes Bay Lawyers’ Lunch on Thursday 14 November.