Law Society events bring together industry experts, thought leaders, and practitioners from across the profession in an environment of collaboration, learning, and innovation.
Come along to connect, gain insights and expand your network.
In-person
Thursday, 30 January 2025
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Join the New Lawyers Committee at the Glass Goose for an evening of mingling and networking to welcome back New Lawyers. This is the perfect opportunity to connect and unwind with your peers. No cost to attend the event, only a platform to connect with your peers.
In-person or Online
January
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Online
Wednesday, 12 February 2025
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Long before you retire, it's crucial to have a solid plan in place to safeguard your firm's reputation and the client relationships you've nurtured over the years. Strategic planning not only preserves your hard-earned success but also ensures a smooth transition for all involved. Join us as we delve into the essential steps of succession and exit planning, providing you with actionable insights and practical guidance on key factors to consider.
Online
Wednesday, 12 February 2025
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
The use of communication assistance within the Family Court is becoming more prevalent. Knowing how to spot a client or a party who finds some communication tricky and could benefit from use of a more accessible approach is beneficial for everyone in the Family Court.
Online
Wednesday, 19 February 2025
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
This webinar is the first of a new regular biannual series where you can learn about the Law Society’s work to improve the law in Aotearoa New Zealand. Law Reform and Advocacy Manager Aimee Bryant and Public Law Committee Convenor Debra Angus will discuss some of the work undertaken in the last six months of 2024, and look ahead to what is happening in 2025. This webinar is eligible for 1 CPD hour.
In-person
Thursday, 20 February 2025
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Thinking Property is a collegial, educational session hosted and facilitated by the PLS Executive Committee. The 90-minute fast-paced session takes place after the Executive committee meeting and covers a wide range of topics. This seminar is eligible for 1 CPD hour.
Link to register coming soon.
In-person or Online
Thursday, 20 February 2025
8:30 am – 11:30 am
This seminar is a must for family lawyers who want the essential tools to run a relationship property case. Both presenters have each practised for over 25 years working primarily in the highly specialised areas of relationship property and claims against trusts.
In-person or Online
Thursday, 20 February 2025
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
In an industry where time is of the essence, it's crucial to equip yourself with the tools to offer top-notch advice to your clients. This seminar will include discussion of recent case law updates under the sale and purchase agreement, Fair Trading Act issues, defaults at settlement & contractual mistakes. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your expertise and excel in the fast-paced world of property transactions!
In-person
Friday, 21 February 2025
6:00 pm – 11:30 pm
You are warmly invited to a Law Society dinner at Novotel Tainui, Alma Street, Hamilton. Please join us to hear from our guest speaker, Chief Māori Land Court Judge Caren Fox, and to celebrate the collegiality of the profession.
Online
Tuesday, 25 February 2025
10:30 am – 11:30 am
In this session, Jenni Rutter (Partner - Intellectual Property at Dentons) will cover essential topics such as how to encourage stakeholders to choose distinctive and registrable marks, the process of how to clear new brands before releasing them into the market, and how and why to register trade marks in New Zealand - and when to register them overseas.
In-person or Online
Wednesday, 26 February 2025
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Our Annual CPD Day Conference is your solution to completing this year’s CPD before the 31 March deadline! Tailored for the busy practitioner, this comprehensive one-day programme delivers 7 hours of In-person CPD, plus a bonus 3 hours of On Demand courses. No matter your level of experience, you'll gain valuable, practical insights on the hottest topics across various practice areas, presented by a line-up of expert speakers.
Online
Thursday, 27 February 2025
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
After a successful webinar in June, Anitesh is back with an overview of the changes in the 2025 technology releases. This webinar is crafted to cater to both seasoned professionals looking to refine their technological skills and newcomers eager to integrate tech-savvy strategies into their practice.
Online
Thursday, 27 February 2025
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
This seminar is a must for family lawyers who want the essential tools to run a relationship property case. It can be difficult to know when to challenge an unsatisfactory outcome in the Family Court. Family Court Barrister Grant Tyrrell presents a webinar to help demystify the appeals process.
In-person or Online
Friday, 28 February 2025
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Our Annual CPD Day Conference is your solution to completing this year’s CPD before the 31 March deadline! Tailored for the busy practitioner, this comprehensive one-day programme delivers 7 hours of In-person CPD, plus a bonus 3 hours of On Demand courses. No matter your level of experience, you'll gain valuable, practical insights on the hottest topics across various practice areas, presented by a line-up of expert speakers.
In-person or Online
February
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In-person
Friday, 7 March 2025
5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
This seminar, by Brintyn Smith (Family Law Barrister) and Dr Phil Watt (Forensic psychologist, Australia), will discuss how we can practice safely and build skills to survive such experiences. We work in a high-risk environment where stalking, harassment, assault, reputation harm, complaints and so on make our complex work even more complicated.
In-person
Monday, 10 March 2025, 9:00 am
– Wednesday, 12 March 2025, 4:00 pm
This entry level workshop introduces participants to the full range of skills, knowledge and attitudes required to carry out the role of Lawyer for Child effectively. You will gain an understanding of the role, the skills required to communicate with children, child development issues, and strategies for addressing conflicts of interest. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your skills and make a lasting difference.
In-person
Monday, 10 March 2025
5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
This seminar, by Brintyn Smith (Family Law Barrister) and Dr Phil Watt (Forensic psychologist, Australia), will discuss how we can practice safely and build skills to survive such experiences. We work in a high-risk environment where stalking, harassment, assault, reputation harm, complaints and so on make our complex work even more complicated.
In-person
Wednesday, 12 March 2025
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
This seminar, by Brintyn Smith (Family Law Barrister) and Dr Phil Watt (Forensic psychologist, Australia), will discuss how we can practice safely and build skills to survive such experiences. We work in a high-risk environment where stalking, harassment, assault, reputation harm, complaints and so on make our complex work even more complicated.
In-person
Friday, 14 March 2025
9:00 am – 4:30 pm
The 2025 New Zealand Law Society Otago Southland Conference is set to take place in the stunning surroundings of Queenstown. Kicking off with pre-conference seminars and a welcome reception on Thursday, 13 March, the event will continue with a full day of dynamic sessions on Friday, 14 March 2025.
In-person or Online
Wednesday, 26 March 2025
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Join us for an update on the latest developments in asset planning and protection. You will gain valuable insights on protecting private wealth & pre-relationship assets, litigation & case law updates, pitfalls & legislative developments.
In-person or Online
Thursday, 27 March 2025
5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Practising in family law is rewarding but can also be demanding and challenging. It is important as family lawyers that we keep ourselves physically safe, psychologically safe, and professionally safe. The FLS is pleased that Rachel Forrester from CERT has agreed to present a seminar tailored for family lawyers on situational safety and tactical communication.
In-person or Online
March
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