Allegations regarding behaviour concerns at the New Zealand Law Society Te Kāhui Ture o Aotearoa have surfaced in the media. The concerns do not relate to the behaviour of Law Society staff, the Vice-Presidents, or any former President.
While no complaint of bullying has been received, in response to concerns raised we have commissioned a broad-based culture review of the organisation. This review will be undertaken by Mike Heron QC.
It is important that every New Zealander has trust and confidence in us as a regulator and as the advocate for the legal profession.
We owe duties of confidence and cannot comment further but we will be as transparent as is permissible.
