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News / Firm

Wynn Williams and SBM Legal combine to create leading employment practice

Full-service national law firm Wynn Williams and one of New Zealand’s leading specialist employment firms, SBM Legal, have today announced their merger – creating one of the country’s largest and most experienced employment teams, based in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland and Ōtautahi Christchurch.

News / Firm

Wynn Williams acknowledged in 2025 Legal 500 Asia Pacific Rankings

For another consecutive year, Wynn Williams has been acknowledged in Legal 500 Asia Pacific Rankings.

Insight / Employment

The year ahead in employment law: what to expect in 2025

In the last few months of 2024, the Minister of Workplace Relations and Safety (Minister) announced a raft of potential changes to Aotearoa New Zealand’s employment law framework. Further detail will be announced by the Government in due course, but below is a snapshot of what to expect in 2025.

Insight / Insurance

Real estate agent complaints up 43% in 2023-24

The latest REA Annual Report reveals a sharp 41% increase in complaints, rising from 252 in 2023 to 361 in 2024. While factors like increased property transactions, eased lending conditions, and public willingness to report minor issues may have contributed, the rise appears to reflect broader trends rather than a decline in industry standards.

News / Firm

Wynn Williams recognised in Chambers & Partners 2025 guide

For another consecutive year, Wynn Williams has been acknowledged in Chambers and Partners Global and Asia-Pacific legal directories.

Update / Employment

Reforms announced related to employee misconduct and personal grievance remedies

The Minister of Workplace Relations has announced a series of significant reforms aimed at addressing employee misconduct and improving the fairness and efficiency of personal grievance claims.