Administrative & Public Sector Law

Issues covered include: drone, UAVs, BVLOS, technology, privacy, AI, contractual arrangements, insurance issues, ministry of transport, flight

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.

WEB213NZA26: This not-to-be-missed programme will unravel the massive changes that are about to hit competition and consumer law that you need to be aware of, including the reforms in the new Bill to be introduced early 2021. Be updated on changes to the misuse of market power, anticompetitive mergers, unconscionable conduct and unfair contracts.

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

The long-awaited changes to the CCCFA have arrived! Join an expert panel, including the Financial Markets Authority, and explore the changing credit law landscape. You will examine reforms to credit contracts and consumer finance, understand the impact of BNPL and consumer debt and receive a comprehensive update on digital payments. Walk away with the specific information you need to stay informed in this increasingly complex financial environment. WEB223NZA46

Stay up to date on the changes in competition and consumer law. Be informed on the new prohibition on unconscionable conduct. Get the latest privacy and consumer law cases from within New Zealand and beyond. This is also your chance to receive a timely update on misuse of market power. Don’t miss out on this program packed with updates and everything you need to be aware of that is affecting the consumer and competition sector WEB233NZA30Z

Settle in for a comprehensive round up of the latest developments, cases, new legislation and trends impacting the public sector delivered by the Parliamentary Counsel, Crown Law and leading practitioners. With the sector facing a proliferation of inquiries and governmental reviews, anticipated privacy reforms, the impact of the Legislation Bill 2017, and challenges and changes in Crown and Māori issues brought about by a new government

With recent and upcoming changes to trusts, privacy law, AML/CFT compliance, and the Commerce Act, staying up to date on the latest legislation is essential for anyone working in the commercial space. Conveniently, we’ve created a timely and useful live web seminar to update you on all of these areas and more. Invest in an efficient morning filled with the latest changes, trends and developments that your clients or your organisation will expect you to know inside and out.

Issues covered include: evidence, inquiry, judicial review, employer obligations, role of inquiries abroad

Issues covered include: making good decisions, artifical intelligence, privacy

Issues covered include: Misrepresentation and Contractual Mistake, Impact of Insolvency on Contracts, Unfair Contract Terms, Terminating a Contract, Technology Contracting: Best Practice and Remedies for Breach,

Issues covered include: Dealing with a complaint; Conducting the investigation from the Terms of Reference, interview planning, interview techniques, difficult parties and wintesses, anaysis of evidence and making findings

Issues covered include: Legal Framework for Decisions, Recognising the Wider Context, The Process, Decision Making Tools, Use of Information, Potential Challenges to a Decision

Issues covered include: drone, UAVs, BVLOS, technology, privacy, AI, contractual arrangements, insurance issues, ministry of transport, flight

Designed specifically for public lawyers, hear from public sector experts about ten of the most topical issues you need to know right now. 10 Hours. One Day. All your CPD hours in one go.

Big changes are happening in Health law and regulation. The proposed Therapeutic Products Bill is about to hit Parliament and together with the new privacy laws and recent developments in patent litigation, this area of law is about to erupt.

With the increasing establishment of public inquiries in New Zealand, it is imperative you know how to respond when subject to an inquiry. Hear from public law experts as they examine the key issues in matters of high public interest, including the approaches adopted in inquiries overseas, the role of government agencies and the treatment of evidence and advocacy.

Issues covered include: COVID-19, privacy law, opportunities and challenges

This series will examine the latest developments in judicial review, explore public international, comparative and foreign law and what this means for New Zealand and take a deep dive into ‘personal information’ and privacy obligations in the Government law context. Choose the session most relevant to you or attend them all.

Attend and receive an in depth round up of the most important cases and developments in judicial review and their implications.

Questions of public international, comparative and foreign law can and do arise across cases before the New Zealand courts. While the basic principles governing such law are long-standing, the concrete application of those principles can be difficult. They can also yield unexpected advantages and disadvantages. Attend and gain a deeper, practical understanding of the application and implications of public international, comparative and foreign law on the decisions made in New Zealand cases.

Attend and you will receive a timely update on the meaning of ‘personal information’ while critiquing your privacy obligations.

Now that most lawyers have received the results of their first AML/CFT audit, this crucial AML/CFT update will provide insight into how to improve your audit result while managing the costs associated with complying with the regime.

An essential update on Procurement Rules, implications and considerations. Gain a deeper understanding of the 2019 Government Procurement Rules and legal framework as well as examining the Ombudsman’s jurisdiction in reviewing commercial decision making. You will also be brought up to date with current case law in this area.

Curious about the cannabis reforms and how they will affect you? Here are 3 reasons why you should be interested in attending this webinar… One. On 19 September you will be deciding whether you want cannabis to be legal nationwide. Two. There are lucrative business opportunities for NZ in this multi-million dollar industry– especially for agribusiness. Three. This will affect commercial, government, intellectual property and criminal law. Be updated and position yourself to capitalise on this growth area.

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, challenging the successful tender and insight into how the public sector can deliver improved outcomes for Māori. WEB213NZA27

213NZW05: Led by Ben Keith, a Wellington barrister and specialist in administrative law and procedure, this workshop will cover the legal framework for good government decision-making: making sure that decision-makers act fairly, understand their powers and have the evidence that they need, plus what to do when things go wrong.

213NZW06: An essential programme for lawyers wanting to fine tune their skills when approaching statutory interpretation. Join our statutory wordsmiths for an examination of the key principles of purpose, context and structure. Strengthen your interpretation with an understanding of Māori words and international law and walk away with techniques that will assist you when confronted with your next ambiguous statute.

212NZW02: Designed specifically for public lawyers, hear from experts on ten of the most topical issues you need to know right now. Examine the latest in climate change, employment law and workplace investigations. Be updated on recent procurement and contracting cases, consumer law and significant developments in judicial review matters. Finally, receive insight into public health and emergency legislation, public inquiries and parliamentary privilege. 10 Hours. One Day. All your CPD hours in one go.

This series will explore the impact of COVID-19 on the public sector, examine the latest developments in judicial review and take a deep dive into the overlap between public and family law. Choose the session most relevant to you or attend them all. WEB215NZA04

Gain an essential overview of insights and trends in domestic and international climate change dispute resolution and be aware of current and future risks for your organisation. Globally there is a rise in litigation challenging both government and corporate failure to act on climate change. Recently, climate change litigation has evolved dramatically with the emergence of significant court judgments from the Federal Court of Australia and Hague District Court. A morning not to be missed. WEB215NZA04A

Attend and receive an in-depth roundup of the most important judicial review cases and key developments in public law and their implications. WEB216NZA04B

How are civil claims for historical abuse being treated in New Zealand? Hear directly from the practitioners working on abuse claims and get the latest on affirmative defences and the settlement processes. Examine the role of the Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) and the types of cover, and gain insight into Māori experiences of abuse in State and faith-based care. Don’t miss out on this truly informative programme looking at the issues currently before the Royal Commission. WEB216NZA12

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

Hear from experts working at the forefront of Māori development as they consider how iwi and hapū can partner with the public and private sector in order to build a sustainable asset portfolio. Reflect on the integration of Tikanga Māori into law in New Zealand and the Māori values and issues in environmental and employment law. Plus, consider te Ao Māori and its relevance to New Zealand business. WEB219NZA02

Whether you work in resource management, local government, council or the public sector, this two hour programme will ensure you’re updated on the latest legal and funding issues you need to have on your radar. Take a look at the proposed reforms including the Strategic Planning Act, consider alternative funding streams and discuss practices and pitfalls for direct referral, call-in and fast track procedures and the implications of these on decision making. WEB219NZA01

Are you across the current compliance and practical issues in privacy law right now? Whether you work in private practice or the public sector, this all-important 1 hour update will unpack the key areas of focus, including mandatory data breach notifications, transfers of personal information, security requirements and more. Walk away with a concise roundup on the latest developments, a year on since the introduction of the new Privacy Act. WEB2111NZA27.

Join an exceptional panel of public law experts to discuss some of the most topical issues in judicial review right now. You will receive an overview of the latest cases in the past six months, discuss judicial review in the context of the Treaty of Waitangi, and consider the evidentiary issues and the use of interim relief in judicial review proceedings. Stay updated and gain valuable insight into the core principles you can immediately incorporate into practice. WEB2111NZA18

Attend and discuss the most recent trends and updates in relation to Human Rights Law, and receive a timely update on the proposed reforms to NZBORA declarations of inconsistency. You will also cover the impact of human rights law on the exercise of public law powers. WEB222NZW01

Take a deep dive into where employment law and human rights intersects, which comes up more often than you may think, including in controversial areas such as vaccination, discrimination, and where there are allegations of sexual harassment. WEB2111NZA01D