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Specialist regulatory lawyers for businesses and councils. Compliance advice, prosecution defence, and regulatory enforcement matters across NZ. Regulation and compliance is part of doing business. Our team of experts help you navigate regulatory frameworks, providing you with the necessary confidence around compliance with legislation. We also assist clients with enforcement issues and disputes. Our depth of experience across our specialist teams (resource management, rural, local government, employment and health and safety, and commercial) means we are well placed to provide specific and tailored responses to a range of regulatory matters. - Regulatory Animal Welfare Building Act Enforcement General Regulatory Matters Health and Safety Investigations Health and Safety Intellectual Property Licensing - Meet the experts Go Go Nick Jessen Partner DDI 06 350 3769 M 027 415 7515 E njessen@crlaw.co.nz Go NJ Shannon Johnston Partner DDI 06 280 2716 M 021 647 709 E sjohnston@crlaw.co.nz Go SJ David Sheppard Senior Counsel DDI 06 280 4824 M 027 221 3611 E dsheppard@crlaw.co.nz Go DS NJ Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. SJ Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. DS Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. - What You Need To Know If you're a first time client, we'll need to do some AML checks. For our new clients, under the AML/CFT Act we need to take appropriate measures to guard against money laundering and terrorism financing. Part of this is the requirement for us to sight and verify your identity. We ask that you bring proof of your identity and any required supporting documents. Please click here to view the acceptable identification and documentation. What I should bring to the first meeting? Depending on the item you'd like to discuss, it's good to be able to bring along any documentation you feel will help us understand your situation and requirements. Don't worry if you are not sure, our first meeting is all about understanding what support and advice you need. - Learn Who CR Law Is... We’re proud of where we’ve come from. Want to learn more? About CR Law Go

Established 1881, CR Law is the Manawatū's premier law firm. Strong foundations, expert team, and dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals. - Our History - CR Law Are Proud To Be Supporting These Awesome Organisations - Our Team Of Experts Are Here To Help You With All Your Legal Needs Our People Go is... Agribusiness & Rural Commercial Disputes & Litigation Local Government & Environment Personal & Property Agribusiness & Rural Commercial Disputes & Litigation Local Government & Environment Personal & Property Agribusiness & Rural Add Employment Add Natural & Built Environment Add Health & Safety Add Strong foundations create the best futures. We’re working for you and our community. CR Law was established in 1881 and remains the Manawatū’s leading law firm. We’ve never forgotten where we came from - but what really excites us is where we’re going. Best of all, we have built a team that is enthusiastic about what they do. We love that our work means helping people achieve their goals - from major business mergers to managing personal affairs. - Looking After Our Clients For Over 140 Years.

Specialist local government lawyers for councils and ratepayers. Policy advice, rates disputes, judicial review, and Local Government Act compliance. Our experienced local government team provides legal advice to local authorities on the full spectrum of issues they face. We have an in-depth knowledge of local government and its processes. This means we can assist local government and a range of private clients navigate complex legislation to achieve community and commercial goals. Our property team are also specialists in all property issues that matter to local government. - Local Government Administrative Law Bylaws & Policies Decision Making Processes Development Contributions Governance Heritage Judicial Review Liquor Licensing Long Term & Annual Plans Official Information Regulatory & Enforcement Matters Reserves Roading - Meet the experts Go Go Nick Jessen Partner DDI 06 350 3769 M 027 415 7515 E njessen@crlaw.co.nz Go NJ Shannon Johnston Partner DDI 06 280 2716 M 021 647 709 E sjohnston@crlaw.co.nz Go SJ Ashley Muir Senior Associate DDI 06 350 3763 M 027 423 4513 E amuir@crlaw.co.nz Go AJM NJ Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. SJ Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. AJM Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. - What You Need To Know If you're a first time client, we'll need to do some AML checks. For our new clients, under the AML/CFT Act we need to take appropriate measures to guard against money laundering and terrorism financing. Part of this is the requirement for us to sight and verify your identity. We ask that you bring proof of your identity and any required supporting documents. Please click here to view the acceptable identification and documentation. What I should bring to the first meeting? Depending on the item you'd like to discuss, it's good to be able to bring along any documentation you feel will help us understand your situation and requirements. Don't worry if you are not sure, our first meeting is all about understanding what support and advice you need. - Learn Who CR Law Is... We’re proud of where we’ve come from. Want to learn more? About CR Law Go

Trusted immigration lawyers for businesses and individuals. Visa applications, residence pathways, partnership visas, and immigration appeals. 我们为在新西兰工作和生活提供实用及及时的移民建议。我们可以处理申请流程，与新西兰移民部门进行联络，并减轻在前往新西兰生活和工作过程中的一些压力。 移民事务 我们为在新西兰工作和生活提供实用及及时的移民建议。我们可以处理申请流程，与新西兰移民部门进行联络，并减轻在前往新西兰生活和工作过程中的一些压力。 我们可以帮助简化移民事宜。 包括的内容 商业移民 移民上诉 居留签证（技术移民，父母移民，配偶移民） 在新西兰购房（如果您不是新西兰公民） 技术雇佣 - 约谈资深专业人员 Go Go Connor Morriss Senior Solicitor DDI 06 241 8168 M E cmorriss@crlaw.co.nz Go CWM CWM Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. - What You Need To Know If you're a first time client, we'll need to do some AML checks. For our new clients, under the AML/CFT Act we need to take appropriate measures to guard against money laundering and terrorism financing. Part of this is the requirement for us to sight and verify your identity. We ask that you bring proof of your identity and any required supporting documents. Please click here to view the acceptable identification and documentation. What I should bring to the first meeting? Depending on the item you'd like to discuss, it's good to be able to bring along any documentation you feel will help us understand your situation and requirements. Don't worry if you are not sure, our first meeting is all about understanding what support and advice you need. - Learn Who CR Law Is... We’re proud of where we’ve come from. Want to learn more? About CR Law Go

Looking for a legal career in Manawatū? Join CR Law's expert team. View current opportunities for lawyers and legal professionals. 移民事务 We are progressive, adaptive, and appreciate and value our people - they are our greatest asset. Could you be the next person to join our team? Let us know what you have to offer! Name* Email* Phone Tell us about yourself* Send us your CV & Cover Letter Upload File Submit

Trusted relationship property specialists. Division of assets, prenuptial agreements, contracting out, and Family Court property matters in NZ. Our specialist team provides practical advice across all aspects of relationship property and separation matters. We work with you to ensure any negotiated outcome is in your best interests and understood by you. Where necessary, our dispute team will work with you to develop strategies and manage disputes through litigation. We also provide independent advice in conflict situations. - Relationship Property Advice and Representation – Court Proceedings Contracting Out Agreements Division of Assets Independent Advice PPRR Act Applications (Capacity) Relationship Property Agreements Relationship Property Disputes/Negotiating Resolution Spousal Maintenance Trust Litigation and Dispute Resolution - Meet the experts Go Go Alexandra Boustridge Partner DDI M 027 406 5071 E aboustridge@crlaw.co.nz Go AB David Sheppard Senior Counsel DDI 06 280 4824 M 027 221 3611 E dsheppard@crlaw.co.nz Go DS AB Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. DS Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. - What You Need To Know If you're a first time client, we'll need to do some AML checks. For our new clients, under the AML/CFT Act we need to take appropriate measures to guard against money laundering and terrorism financing. Part of this is the requirement for us to sight and verify your identity. We ask that you bring proof of your identity and any required supporting documents. Please click here to view the acceptable identification and documentation. What I should bring to the first meeting? Depending on the item you'd like to discuss, it's good to be able to bring along any documentation you feel will help us understand your situation and requirements. Don't worry if you are not sure, our first meeting is all about understanding what support and advice you need. - Learn Who CR Law Is... We’re proud of where we’ve come from. Want to learn more? About CR Law Go

Specialist RMA lawyers for consents, plan changes, and environmental compliance. Expert advocacy for councils, developers, and landowners across NZ. Our well regarded resource management team provides advice on a range of policy, consenting and compliance issues under the Resource Management Act 1991, the Natural and Built Environment Act 2023, and related legislation. We assist local authorities and private clients (individual, developer and corporate) with projects and developments, including urban development, infrastructure, water, commercial development, agriculture, freshwater, and climate change. Our team of specialists provide legal advice and advocacy on resource management issues, from initial questions, through to various applications, through mediation, Court and appeal related processes. - Natural & Built Environment Building Act Issues Coastal Development Designations Enforcement and Compliance Environmental Due Diligence Environmental Prosecutions Forestry Freshwater Management Infrastructure Judicial Review Land Contamination Plan Changes Resource Consents Resource Management Act (RMA) matters Urban Planning and Development Water Allocation - Meet the experts Go Go Nick Jessen Partner DDI 06 350 3769 M 027 415 7515 E njessen@crlaw.co.nz Go NJ Shannon Johnston Partner DDI 06 280 2716 M 021 647 709 E sjohnston@crlaw.co.nz Go SJ NJ Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. SJ Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles. - What You Need To Know If you're a first time client, we'll need to do some AML checks. For our new clients, under the AML/CFT Act we need to take appropriate measures to guard against money laundering and terrorism financing. Part of this is the requirement for us to sight and verify your identity. We ask that you bring proof of your identity and any required supporting documents. Please click here to view the acceptable identification and documentation. What I should bring to the first meeting? Depending on the item you'd like to discuss, it's good to be able to bring along any documentation you feel will help us understand your situation and requirements. Don't worry if you are not sure, our first meeting is all about understanding what support and advice you need. - Learn Who CR Law Is... We’re proud of where we’ve come from. Want to learn more? About CR Law Go

Starting with CR Law? Here's why we ask for identification documents. Learn about our legal obligations under New Zealand's Anti-Money Laundering Act 2009. 移民事务 Under the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism Act 2009 (AML/CFT), we are required to undertake verification of identity for new clients. As part of our new client onboarding, you will be asked to provide identification and proof of address which can include the following options: Electronic identity verification The easiest way to complete the AML requirements is for us to arrange for our verification provider “APLYiD” to send a text message link to each individual. You will then receive a text message with a link to complete a simple verification process electronically (using a current NZ or AU Driver’s Licence or Passport). Photographic ID Any one of the following forms of primary photographic identification which must be current and include name, date of birth, a photograph and signature. New Zealand passport New Zealand certificate of identity New Zealand refugee travel document New Zealand firearm’s licence Overseas passport A national identity card NZ Drivers Licence A New Zealand drivers licence can be used in combination with: NZ Defence Photo ID Police Photo ID A bank card that contains the person’s name and signature A bank statement or letter issued by a NZ registered bank in the last 12 months SuperGold card showing name and signature A statement issued by a government agency in the last 12 months. Non-Photographic ID The following forms of primary non-photographic identification can be used in combination with a secondary or supporting form of photographic identification: New Zealand full birth certificate Certificate for New Zealand citizenship Overseas citizenship certificate Overseas birth certificate The above can be used in combination with one of the following: New Zealand drivers licence 18+ Card (Hospitality Association) NZ Defence Photo ID Police Photo ID Valid and current international driving permit Acceptable Address Verification The following documents are acceptable for individuals. All documents provided must display the client’s name and residential address and be dated within the last 12 months. Utility bill Rates bill Bank account statement or Bank confirmation letter Insurance policy document Car registration notification/demand IRD tax notice/certificate Non-bank financial institution Electronic yellow pages Electronic white pages Rental tenancy agreement A letter from their current employer Companies Office records Electoral roll papers Government, government department or government agency document Local Council notification or demand Court document A letter from educational facility must be on their letterhead paper and signed by a principal Minors – parent/ guardian verification that includes; (a) matching a parent’s name on the birth certificate to that parents address verification; or (b) a letter (or in person) from a parent/ guardian and parent/ guardian address verification