NZ Bar Association

Join us for a mentoring event at Barristers.Comm from 5.00pm on 10 May 2018.

What advocates need to be aware of when seeking or accepting instructions from the Crown

A one day practical workshop on running electronic hearings

Commitment to increase in lead roles for women lawyers sought

This year’s Annual Conference is to be held on 21 – 22 September in Rotorua, with our theme, "The New Zealand Bar Association at 30".

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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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Mentoring Programme

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Important Updates

Comment Sought on Second Review of the Evidence Act 2006

The NZBA is seeking feedback from members in respect of the Law Commission’s recently announced second review of the Evidence Act 2006.

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Review of Family Law Reforms Welcomed

The New Zealand Bar Association supports comments by Chief District Court Judge Jan Marie Doogue, that Family Court judges have been unfairly blamed for delays in resolving family disputes, following the introduction of the family law reform four years ago.