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Rural Law

The rural sector is the backbone of the New Zealand economy and is an ever-changing industry with evolving technologies and innovative solutions.  Whether you’re passionate about pastoral farming, forestry, horticulture, aquaculture or beekeeping, we have the experience to provide practical and robust advice on a wide range of issues affecting the rural industry.

The areas we advise on include:

  • Sale and purchase of farms
  • Rural leases
  • Subdivisions
  • Rural finance
  • Ownership structures and asset protection (see also Asset Protection)
  • Dairy farm joint ventures
  • Grazing agreements
  • Share milking agreements
  • Forestry rights
  • Rural employment law (see also Employment)
  • Farm succession
  • Local government compliance
  • Dispute resolution (see also Court & Disputes)

 

rural law

In this issue we look at why health and safety and personal trusteeships are not a good mix, how to check the primary documents for due diligence, what employment obligations we have in times of natural disasters and much more. 

Work Place Safety

The Health and Safety at Work Act (HSW Act) came into force on 4 April 2016. Find out what you need to know and do.