Corporate & Commercial

Issues covered include: Diffuse Discharges from Farming, Maori Land considerations, Environmental & planning, ETS, Overseas Investment Act in a Rural, Employment Law, Insolvency, Dispute resolution, Worksafe NZ, Trust Restructuring and Resettlements, Trustee powers, succession planning.

What are the latest issues affecting the rural community right now? Gain the knowledge and skills to effectively advise your client with this three part series examining trust restructuring and resettlement, insolvency and the freshwater law reforms. Book the entire series and save or select just the sessions that most interest you.

As families grow and generational change occurs, trusts often need to be restructured. Receive practical guidance on the key issues that arise and takeaways that can immediately be incorporated into your practice.

Examine the latest insolvency issues in the agricultural sector in this one hour session with Bridie McKinnon. You will receive an update on Farm Debt Mediation, the insolvency law changes in response to COVID-19 and practical tips in an insolvency situation. Don’t miss out on this jam-packed session.

What are the latest freshwater law reforms you need to be across of? Join Sarah Eveleigh as she provides a critical overview of the reforms and its impact on the agricultural sector. You will receive insight into the changes to the Resource Management Act, emissions and climate change and farm environment plans, and key takeaways that you can implement into your practice.

213NZA13: Stay on top of the upcoming changes to New Zealand's environmental policies, laws and regulations, by joining Chief Environment Court Judge David Kirkpatrick, the Hon Tony Randerson QC and a stellar line-up of environmental and resource management leaders, as they share valuable insights into the current environmental landscape. Unpack the legal changes in resource management, urban development, water law, climate change and case law and examine why Māori issues are important

WEB213NZA35: Attention to detail and finesse in contract drafting is crucial to ensure your contract holds up under scrutiny. This practical webinar will enable you to gain a mastery of some of the most important, and at times overlooked, contract clauses, techniques and drafting tools. Focus on the most important contract clauses and what causes the most problems when weaving in clauses of force majeure, liability, indemnity, warranty, certainty and waiver, and clauses for technology contracts.

What are the latest legal issues affecting the rural community right now? Gain the knowledge and skills to effectively advise your clients with this jam-packed half day seminar. You will get updated on the new water regulations and employment law reforms. Plus develop skills to manage the tricky issues involved in rural property transactions and family farm succession planning. WEB216NZA05

Are you across the latest legal issues affecting the rural community right now? Gain the knowledge & skills to effectively advise your clients with this jam-packed half day seminar. Stay updated on the recent changes to the overseas investment regime. Consider the obligations farmers may not be aware of under the new Trusts Act & receive guidance on how to effectively run a farming family trust. Plus, gain the knowledge & skills to act effectively in rural property transactions & subdivisions. WEB219NZA03

Attend this one-stop seminar to hear the latest updates in the Rural Law and Agribusiness space. Engage with presentations from experts in the field to hear about successes and failures in farm succession. Review the purchase price allocation rules and learn about pitfalls to avoid. Ensure that you are conducting yourself in the best manner and learn about issues that arise out of these rural transactions. WEB2211NZA14Z

Gain a multidisciplinary understanding of rural transactions. Consolidate your due diligence skills and drafting of key agreements in rural transactions. Evaluate environmental factors impacting your rural deals with carbon credits and climate concerns. Decipher employment considerations influencing rural employment relationships and walk away with an understanding of how to best help your clients through their rural transactions. WEB236NZA09Z

Join us for an informative and practical seminar designed specifically for legal professionals dealing with procurement. Led by expert speakers with extensive experience in procurement, this seminar will provide you with in-depth insights into the legal framework of procurement, including key legislation, regulations, and case law. You'll learn about the latest trends and best practices in procurement and gain practical skills to advise your clients on procurement issues effectively. WEB236NZA12Z

This is your chance to hear valuable insights from experts and thought leaders as they examine the most pressing issues affecting the boardroom. Topics that will be explored include board evaluations, ethics and corporate misconduct, directors’ liability under the Health and Safety at Work Act, and Insurance and indemnities. Get the latest updates, cases and walk away with the key skills to enhance decision making and implement best practice. WEB233NZA42

This is your opportunity to receive an essential update on the current state of play in procurement and government contracts. Equip yourself with the latest information and updates in procurement related law as you hear from leading practitioners about the latest guidance on the Government Procurement Rules, and a comprehensive overview of regulatory environment and standards. WEB233NZA29Z

This practical webinar will enable you to fine-tune your contract drafting skills. Ensure you are across the correct techniques, tips and traps so that the contract you are drafting for your client is watertight form the get-go. Hear from our expert panel of speakers as they take you through how to effectively negotiate a contract, how to deal with implied terms and unsigned contracts, how to draft indemnity clauses and common tripping points when drafting and negotiating technology contracts. WEB233NZA36

With contracts being the corner-stone of commercial and legal transactions it’s imperative that you refine your knowledge, skills and strategies in this area – especially when you are dealing with a contractual dispute. Attend this not-to-be-missed practical masterclass and unpack important skills for effective dispute resolution, how to handle a contract breach and strategic considerations when terminating a contract. WEB233NZA37

With contracts lying at the heart of both commercial and legal spheres it’s critical that you hone your knowledge and skills in this area. This practical masterclass will give you a detailed discussion of precedents, examples and much more. You’ll walk away with great tools to implement in your practice. Scrutinise the mistakes of others to ensure you stay out of contractual disputes and evaluate resolution techniques in case you get stuck with the headache of contractrual problem. WEB2211NZA06Z

Join 4 experienced practitioners from Buddle Findlay in this information packed webinar covering the latest on ICT contracting in New Zealand. Consider the issues in cloud computing and SaaS contracts and examine the specific issues related to ICT contracts in the public sector. Take a dive into contracting for agile and receive practical guidance on data protection and privacy clauses in technology contracts. Walk away with greater knowledge and skills for ICT project success. WEB219NZA04

This timely programme offers the information, strategies & tools you need to navigate the commercial reality of contractual disputes. Gain effective techniques for dealing with a contractual breach and understand current approaches to interpretation. WEB226NZA07

What’s keeping you up at night as you handle your clients' business contracts, deal with risks, and look for better strategies and solutions to their contract disputes? Crafting high-quality contracts and gaining practical knowledge for managing when things go awry are crucial for successful transactions. We've got you covered on all fronts, from cutting-edge techniques and often overlooked clauses to contract termination, enforceability, breach remedies, and efficient resolution methods. 243NZA17

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Explore the latest in procurement practices at our upcoming legal seminar. From global perspectives to tech procurement, we cover vital topics shaping the procurement landscape. Gain insights into sustainability, innovation, and success stories worldwide. Learn to navigate tech procurement pitfalls and leverage AI effectively. With expert insights and practical strategies, elevate your procurement expertise. Join us for an enriching experience to stay ahead in procurement trends. WEB246NZA11

Navigate effectively through the new regulatory framework under the Insurance Contracts Bill. Gain expertise from leading international authorities on insurance law, exploring the impact of these changes and their interactions with ongoing reforms. Understand the industry's response to climate change, adapt to shifting risks, delve into Business Interruption Insurance, and interpreting contracts. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and skills. WEB239NZA10Z

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When a dispute arises between international trading parties, the first point of reference will be the contract. Effectively manage risk and ensure you’re across the legal issues unique to an international deal with this thought-provoking discussion on jurisdiction, dispute resolution and enforceability. Plus, consider the application of different regulatory regimes to international contracts, how to manage data and privacy issues and receive practical tips on drafting arbitration clauses. WEB2111NZA11

Issues covered include: implied contractual terms, unsigned contracts, indemnities, dispute resolution clauses, drafting issues

Receive a timely and critical update on unfair contract terms in consumer contracts. Examine the legal framework behind the prohibition on contract terms and understand what you need to do to ensure your consumer contracts are compliant with the unfair contract term provisions. Most importantly, you will review the recent enforcement activity of regulators and be updated on statutory changes.

WEB213NZA36: A contract is only effective if it is enforceable. With contracts lying at the very heart of both the commercial and legal spheres it’s critical that you refine your knowledge, skills and strategies in this area. There’s no better way to perfect your abilities when working with a contract dispute than to attend this practical masterclass. Zero-in on when an unsigned contract can be enforceable, examine the requirements of a voidable transaction and receive clarification on a contract breach.

Sharpen your contract construction or interpretation skills and examine what to do when faced with a breach or potential breach of contract, in particular the damages and remedies that are available to you and whether or not they can be claimed. This intensive programme will unpack the applicable principles and practical approaches you need to be aware of in your contracts practice. WEB219NZA06

A deep understanding of the mechanics of contract clauses is crucial in almost any commercial matter or transaction. This practical webinar will enable you to gain a mastery of some of the most important clauses. Whether using a clause as a shield or a sword, these contract specialists will focus on the most important contract clauses and what causes the most problems. WEB2111NZA13

Often shareholder agreements are prepared when hopes are high and parties may not necessarily be thinking about what can go wrong. Attend and learn how to identify the key issues that determine whether the shareholder agreement you’re working on is unassailable or fraught with risk. Hear from a leading panel of corporate and commercial practitioners as they offer valuable insights on preparing shareholder agreements, exit provisions and expert strategies for managing disputes. WEB223NZA29

Join IP and IT consultant Ken Moon and take a deep dive into the legal aspects of blockchains, cryptocurrencies, non-fungible tokens and smart contracts. You will unpack the complexities of this growing area, walk through recent case law and gain important insights into where they intersect with intellectual property law. WEB223NZA08

An essential update for those specialising in procurement and government contracts. Don’t miss out on hearing from leading practitioners on the latest in procurement law and how the rules have been adapted throughout COVID-19. WEB223NZA31

Discuss the significant changes that are about to hit competition and consumer law that you need to be aware of. Be updated on the new cartel conduct regime, emerging trends in merger control, the new prohibition on unconscionable conduct and the changes to unfair contract terms. Don’t miss out on receiving a comprehensive and concise update from leading experts in this area. WEB223NZA32

A contract is only effective if it is enforceable. With contracts lying at the very heart of both the commercial and legal spheres it’s critical that you refine your knowledge, skills and strategies in this area. There’s no better way to perfect your abilities when working with a contract dispute than to attend this practical masterclass. Zero-in on contract interpretation, mediating a contract dispute, the impact of insolvency on contracts and contract termination. WEB223NZA38