Auckland lawyer struck off for misusing client funds
An Auckland lawyer who used client funds his pay his business' debts has been struck off.
An Auckland lawyer who used client funds his pay his business' debts has been struck off.
Action to be taken on sexual harassment and bullying in the legal profession.
Criticised for its gender imbalance, Russell McVeagh has hired three new female partners.
The tenacious lawyer says that selling the building could kill the society.
Ron Mansfield says the Chief Judge's order has made lawyers "complicit with the ministry".
A brawl erupted at the Christchurch District Court when men rushed the dock.
"The safety of people attending the court is at increased risk."
Brian Ellis has now had seven disciplinary findings against him.
Russell McVeagh partner Pip Greenwood will leave the firm in March 2019.
Complaints were made after the partner made inappropriate comments while drunk.
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The research covered a six-year period and has saddened industry leaders.
Complaints made for delays, incompetence, bias and allegations of corruption.
Law Society mistakenly reveals private information about sexual harassment complaint.
Zoë Lawton filed the complaint to the New Zealand Law Society.
Bazley report is mere 'window dressing', says former lawyer.
Pay gaps don't seem to be as much of a problem in lower-paid professions.
The justice select committee is reviewing the legislation for returning offenders.
The Law Society knew there was a problem but was 'shocked' at the scale of it.
Former constable declared to not be a fit and proper person to be a lawyer.
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Fears children's safety at risk due to delays caused by a lack of security in courthouses.
Former constable Ethan Brown was twice found not guilty of sexual violation.
No further action will be taken against the lawyer.
Detective Superintendent Tim Anderson said police frustrated at low prosecution rate.
A lawyer was due to face trial last month but skipped the country.
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The working group comes after sexual harassment allegations at a top New Zealand law firm.
Law Society says lawyers are free to criticise the judiciary as long as it's not personal.