Changes to New Zealand’s Employment Law: What You Need to Know
When did the Employment Relations Amendment Act 2026 come into force? The Employment Relations Amendment Act 2026 came into force on 21 February 2026. This legislation made significant changes to the existing Employment Relations Act 2000. The Act redefined certain aspects of employment law, primarily focusing on three areas: Understanding the New “Gateway Test” for […]
Introducing Samuel Johnston: Continuing the Legacy of Excellence at Rice Craig following the retirement of John Sieprath
We are pleased to announce that Samuel Johnston has taken over the practice of John Sieprath, who has retired after many years of dedicated service at Rice Craig. Sam, a seasoned legal professional with an exceptional background, is poised to continue and enhance the high standards of legal excellence that clients have come to expect. […]
Rights and Obligations when the Employment Relationship Ends
RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS AFTER TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT: CURRENT ISSUES “Breaking up is hard to do”. This can apply to all relationships, including the employment relationship. We commonly see disputes arise about “who gets what” when the employment relationship ends. Below are some recent issues our clients have faced after termination of employment. We find these […]
Centenary Celebrations
Rice Craig, the largest and most successful law office between Auckland and Hamilton, celebrated its 100th anniversary in practice on 17 March 2024. The firm was started by Stephen Rice 100 years ago. The celebrations were held at the Hilton Hotel in Karaka, and it was a fun event to be among such esteemed friends, […]