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Sasha Borissenko on criminal lawyer turned Green Party MP Golriz Ghahraman's book

'I realised pretty quickly that politics isn't about the law,' says Golriz Ghahraman.

Ex-files: How can I protect myself financially in a divorce?

There are options available to protect your financial position if the relationship ends.

Leaky homes mega-lawsuit settled in 'terrible day' for homeowners

James Hardie says settlement vindicates company.

Trust trouble: Hiding property, assets from the ex will get harder - what to watch for

Misusing a trust to hide relationship property from a spouse is likely to become harder.

Trust busting: Is it the beginning of the end for hiding relationship property?

Trusts used to hide relationship property are under attack and may be losing their power.

Trelise Cooper burglary: Fashion thief and TV worker named

The 42-year-old burglar is due to be sentenced later this year.

NZ's largest life insurer faces $700,000 fine for misleading customers

AIA's behaviour exacerbated and prolonged the harm to vulnerable customers, watchdog says.

FMA censures Wellington firm over unpermitted investment advice

FoxPlan's authorised financial advisers may have not complied with disclosure obligations.

Conservatorship clash: Britney Spears' lawyer quits

Sam Ingham was reportedly upset by comments made by Spears' in her bombshell testimony.

Why is a govt department appealing against a major proposal in a housing crisis?

Earthworks costing $12m are well under way as publicly funded appeals go in.

Waiheke Island vineyard wins noise prosecution case

The vineyard blamed ambient noise from rowdy crickets for the din.

High Court considers penalty for derivatives trader's breaches

The FMA said the firm failed in its legal obligations over nearly $50m in transactions.

Sad reason Britney may never be freed

She desperately wants to escape her conservatorship, but one thing may make it impossible.

Shelly Bay housing plan: Council applies to remove caveat

Wellington City Council has applied to remove a caveat registered at Shelly Bay.

Britney Spears called 911 before conservatorship hearing

One day before she spoke to the judge, Britney Spears made a surprising phone call.

Jeremy Sutton: Avoiding divorce litigation

Steps you can take to avoid going down the rabbit hole of divorce litigation.