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Sasha Borissenko: Online exams a 'nightmare' for Auckland Uni law students

Debacle caps two years of disruption.

Former Russell McVeagh partner guilty of misconduct faces penalty hearing for charges

Six years after the incidents the Tribunal is deciding what penalty he should face.

Complaints laid against prominent law firm

A leaked recording of a 2019 Christmas Party presentation reveals "toxic workplace".

Toy titan LEGO sends warning to Countdown over Bricks campaign

LEGO is concerned with the "marketing and communication activity" around the campaign.

Paid special leave for vax refusers not being abused, watchdog says

As vaccine mandate dramas escalate, Act says testing would save taxpayers a fortune.

Sasha Borissenko: The legal aid crisis

Few people realise legal aid is a loan in most cases, with 5% interest. $177m is owned.

'Incredible': Child sex abuse survivor finally gets justice - by secretly recording abuser's confession

He says his case points to an unequal and discriminatory justice system.

Aotearoa's legal system 'collapsing': Survey shows thousands needing legal aid suffering

The New Zealand Law Society says Covid-19 has exacerbated issues.

The Ex Files: How do I protect myself if my partner is contributing less to buy a property?

There are various legal steps you can take to protect yourself, writes Jeremy Sutton.

Why Scarlett Johansson's lawsuit against Disney was 'so important'

A big Hollywood name has come out backing Johansson's move against Disney.

Can landlords ask tenants for their vaccination status?

A "grey area" has emerged around rights for landlords and tenants amid vaccine rollout.

The Ex-Files: How can I secure regular child support for my daughter?

Lawyer Jeremy Sutton's tips on navigating a complicated issue.

Russell McVeagh partner resigns after 'failing to meet' board's expectations

The partner was exonerated in an independent investigation.

Sasha Borissenko: Are employers really looking after staff?

A satirical view on getting the worker bees back into the office.

Sasha Borissenko: Wānaka couple's initial name suppression - do different rules apply to rich people?

Legal columnist Sasha Borrissenko digs into the rules of name suppression.

The Ex-Files: What should separated parents do in lockdown?

Lockdowns are difficult for everyone - particularly separated parents.

Simon Bridges on why he's 'a sucker for punishment'

The shadow Justice Minister's journey from logical courtrooms to the brawl of Parliament.

Sasha Borissenko: What are the consequences of breaking level 4 lockdown rules?

The law lays out clear penalties for rule-breakers.