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COVID-19 Alert Level 4 – Family Court Matters
With the announcement that New Zealand is at COVID-19 Alert Level 4, Auckland and Coromandel likely for seven days and the rest of New Zealand for an initial period of 3 days, this impacts the operation of the Courts.
Returning to work early from parental leave
COVID-19 has resulted in some employees on parental leave wanting to return to work early, be it for financial or other reasons.
Family Support Services
Family Violence: support is readily available during lockdown There is concern for the increased risk of family violence incidents during, and following, the lockdown period.
How to Divide Joint Assets
Contracting Out Agreements (commonly known as pre-nuptial agreements) Being in national lockdown in response to COVID-19 is a difficult time for everyone. Many couples will find it puts pressure on their relationship.
Shared Care of Children
COVID-19, Alert Level 4 and what it means for contact and care arrangements for children The elevation by the Government of the COVID Alert Level to Level 4, and the institution of a nationwide lockdown, has given rise to a lot…