By Ella Buchanan, Lawyer, McWilliam Tyree Lawyers Protection Orders are a key legal safeguard in New Zealand for individuals experiencing family violence. Issued under the Family Violence Act 2018, the aim is to protect people in family relationships from further harm. These orders can be applied for urgently and offer flexibility in terms of contact and... Read more »
By Ella Buchanan, Lawyer, McWilliam Tyree Lawyers When filling out various documents (visa applications, WINZ forms, census surveys, etc), you may find yourself scratching your head at the number of options available under ‘relationship status’. There is actually a difference between each option, and they can make a difference when it comes to what happens... Read more »
We have partnered with JustFund as a practical and compassionate solution for clients who need support covering legal costs. Through our partnership, eligible clients can access a flexible line of credit to help manage legal fees and expenses, with nothing to repay until after a settlement is reached. Unlike traditional lenders, JustFund does not look... Read more »
By Emma Va’ai, Senior Associate, McWilliam Tyree Lawyers What is professionally supervised contact? Professionally supervised contact is ordered by the Family Court to ensure a child’s safety is protected while enabling contact to continue between a child and close adult (often the child’s parent). The Care of Children Act 2024 places the a child’s safety... Read more »
By Vince Exconde, Lawyer, McWilliam Tyree Lawyers When a member of a family loses the ability to make decisions for themselves, by illness or accident, it is a stressful time for their loved ones. As well as the emotional impact, there are practical concerns about who will make decisions about that person’s welfare and financial... Read more »
McWilliam Tyree are pleased to announce that Sara Fisher has been promoted to Senior Associate as of 1 February 2025. She is an experienced family lawyer, practising in all areas of family law. Since joining McWilliam Tyree in 2023 Sara has become valued member of the team. The Directors and staff at McWilliam Tyree would... Read more »
McWilliam Tyree are thrilled to announce that Ella Buchanan was admitted to the New Zealand Bar on 21 June 2024. Ella has worked with us as a Law Clerk since August 2023 and has now been promoted to the role of Lawyer, working on all aspects of family law. We are very excited to have... Read more »
Understanding the Role of the Attorney By Helen Tyree, Director, and Ella Buchanan, Law Clerk, McWilliam Tyree Lawyers Along with a valid Will, completing Enduring Powers of Attorney (“EPOA”) is an important part of planning for the future. An EPOA is a document that specifies who will make decisions concerning your care and welfare if... Read more »
As a family law firm McWilliam Tyree is committed to supporting families and children in New Zealand. As part of this McWilliam Tyree makes regular charitable donations, with a focus on charities supporting children. Most recently the firm’s donations have included Autism New Zealand, The Great Kiwi Circus, The Kids Foundation, Caring Families Aotearoa, Heart... Read more »
By Helen Tyree, Director, and Ella Buchanan, Law Clerk, McWilliam Tyree Lawyers The Relationship (Property) Act 1976 (“the PRA”) determines how a couple’s property is to be divided in the event the relationship ends. Very broadly, once a couple has been in a de facto relationship for over three years, all property defined as relationship... Read more »
