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Find out more about what is happening in the Association, at the bar, in court and in the legal profession.

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Why choose a barrister?

A barrister is an ideal option when you need specialist legal advice or representation. They are agile and able to turn around work quickly. Barristers are also economical when compared with the same level of expertise in law firms. 

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Join the NZBA

As an NZBA member, you will network with and learn from the most successful people in the profession, raise your profile, reduce your business costs, obtain analysis of issues that affect you, have access to member-only rates to education (including some no charge webinars and resorces), discounts on insurance and texts for barristers, advance access to justice and proactively influence government policy.

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Equality & Diversity

The NZBA is committed to developing a referral bar that reflects the diversity of the legal profession and the wider community.

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Training and CPD

Premiere advocacy and dispute resolution training, delivered by top barristers.

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Member Benefit Scheme

Commercial benefits for members

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Events

Find out about NZBA social events, as well as upcoming ceremonies. 

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Resources

Mentoring Programme

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Important Updates

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Comments by ministers on judges and prosecution decisions

New Zealand Bar Association President Maria Dew KC has commented on recent media regarding Ministers comments on judicial decisions.  Ms Dew has warned that judicial independence is critical in upholding the rule of law, which supports our democracy.  Ms Dew said that the public must be confident that they can come to court and judges will be able to hear their cases without fear or favour.   

Regulating Lawyers in Aotearoa New Zealand | Te Pae Whiritahi i te Korowai Rato Ture o Aotearoa

The report of the Independent Review into the regulation and representation of legal services in Aotearoa New Zealand, including the structure and functions of the Law Society, was released by the Law Society on 9 March 2023.

Court operations in Auckland for 31 January to 3 February 2023

Auckland’s extreme rain event of Friday 27 January has damaged the Auckland District Court, and caused minor damage to some other court buildings. This media release advises how courts will operate in Auckland for the rest of the week, and where to find information about court proceedings affected by the temporary closure of the Auckland District Court.

Upcoming Events

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Mar
31
Social

Auckland Silks Dinner - 2023

Hilton Hotel, Aquamarine Room, CBD, New Zealand
Apr
5
CPD Training

A Chat with Honourable Sir William Young KC

At your desk, online, New Zealand
Apr
21
Social

Christchurch Silks Dinner - 2023

The Christchurch Club, Christchurch, New Zealand
Apr
27
Social

Auckland Central Breakfast

Amano, Auckland, New Zealand

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