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H.E.R. among artists educating kids on civics in Netflix series

The 23-year-old says many citizens don't understand the rights and duties of citizenship.

'Good lessons' for lawyers in Cosby case, 'hard' ones for victims

#MeToo activists are now worried the reverse will have chilling effects on victims.

Booze, power and sexual misconduct - the toxic mix revealed at top lawyer's hearing

OPINION: Sasha Borissenko digs into details of a former top lawyer's misconduct hearing.

'We've closed the doors': Divorce lawyers face post-lockdown surge in cases

Lawyers estimate inquiries for divorce are up 20 per cent since pre-Covid times.

Business Hub: Silvana Schenone the deal maker

Schenone loves a good deal even if it doesn't result in a sale go ahead.

The Ex Files: My husband handles all our money. Do I need to be involved

After 20 years of marriage, a stay-at-home mum wonders what happens if things go south.

NZ's new silks: Prominent defence lawyers among those honoured as Queen's Counsel

Ten of NZ's leading lawyers were honoured today with Queen's Counsel appointments.

Lawyer suspended for 'clandestine' inmate relationship

The tribunal said the relationship fell "at the serious end of the misconduct spectrum".

The strange case of the man who tried to trade mark 'Aunty Helen'

A man blocked from trying to trade mark 'Aunty Helen' also considered 'Jacinderella'.

Jeremy Sutton: Why succession law needs a serious revamp

Most people still don't have a will, writes Jeremy Sutton.

Transtasman bubble: Can I stop my ex from taking the kids to Aus?

Life can be complicated for separated parents - even more so in the middle of a pandemic.

Former Russell McVeagh partner faces sexual misconduct charges

The allegations stemmed from two Christmas parties in Wellington.

Small Business: Legal fees calculator aims to make life easier for lawyers

Software designed by a lawyer who wants to bring greater transparency to legal industry.

Female law, accounting partners on rise, still well below 50%

Law and accounting firms have made major hiring strides but there is more work to be done.

Sasha Borissenko: Report finds gaps in Animal Welfare Act

Legislation failed to ensure "physical, health and behavioural needs" of animals are met.

Sick, bereavement leave entitlements from first day of work - Holidays Act overhaul

Changes to the Holidays Act will have a major impact on sick leave.

Sasha Borissenko: How much has the legal industry actually changed?

A diversity scorecard on legal industry.

Valentine's warning: Can you get the engagement ring back if the relationship falls apart?

Think twice before giving too generously on the day of love, writes lawyer Jeremy Sutton.