Judiciary publishes Guidelines for use of Generative AI in Courts and Tribunals
08 DecemberThe New Zealand judiciary has today published guidance for court and tribunal participants on the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) in relation to proceedings.
Chief Justice Dame Helen Winkelmann said:
“The use of new GenAI technology in the Aotearoa New Zealand legal context is increasing. These guidelines have been developed to…
From The President - 24 November 2023
24 NovemberTēnā koutou katoa.
I am writing this as we all await the formation and announcement of our new Government, including importantly for the legal profession, our new Attorney-General and the new Minister of Justice.
By the time you read this, on Friday 24 November, we hope to have these announcements.
From the President - January 2023
06 NovemberOur President welcomes back members after the summer break and talks about our place in the legal community.
Tēnā koutou katoa
Hoki mai anō | Welcome back.
It is great to be back meeting up with colleagues, who are looking so tanned and relaxed. Long may it last.
From the President - October 2023
06 NovemberOur President, Maria Dew KC, reflects on her first year in office and the challenges for the bar.
I find it hard to believe, I have just past the one-year mark in this role already. It has been an absolute pleasure and privilege, to see the commitment so many barristers have…
Leonard Andrew Andersen (08 April 1952 – 16 September 2023)
22 SeptemberLen Andersen KC passed away on 16 September after a short illness. He was one of the leaders of the Otago Bar but is known throughout the country for his work for the profession as a whole, including serving on the NZBA Council, becoming President of the CBA, and being…
Read moreSwearing in – Judge Merepaia King to Employment Court
11 SeptemberSwearing in – Judge Merepaia King to Employment Court
Her Honour Judge Merepaia King was sworn in as a judge of the Employment Court on 9 September 2023 at the Te Papa o Rotu Marae, Whatawhata. Maria Dew KC spoke on behalf of the profession.
Chief Justice welcomes High Court appointment - Justice La Hood
22 AugustThe Chief Justice welcomes the Attorney General’s announcement today of the appointment of Wellington barrister and solicitor Dale La Hood as a Judge of the High Court.
Read moreChief Justice welcomes High Court appointment
15 AugustThe Chief Justice welcomes the Attorney General’s announcement today of the appointment of Christchurch King’s Counsel Lisa Preston as a Judge of the High Court.
Read moreCourt operating protocols to be reviewed after Government removes COVID-19 restrictions
15 AugustThe Prime Minister announced yesterday (14 August) the removal of the remaining COVID-19 restrictions. From 11.59pm 14 August 2023 it will no longer be mandatory for people with COVID-19 to isolate for seven days. A five-day isolation period is now recommended. Mask-wearing settings for health facilities have also been reviewed.
Read moreAnnouncement of Election Results
11 AugustAt our Annual General Meeting today, President Maria Dew KC declared the recent election results for President-Elect and Bar Council members. Ms Dew welcomed the new Council members and welcomed back those on the Council who were continuing for another term
Read moreWellbeing of the Profession - Letter from Chief High and District Court Judges
26 JulyThe Chief High Court Judge and Chief District Court Judge have written to all judges and judicial officers to highlight issues about the wellbeing of the profession. Their letter now follows.
Read moreBar Association says misinformed criticism of judges is dangerous
23 JulyThe New Zealand Bar Association | Ngā Ahorangi Motuhake o Aotearoa is concerned by the anger being directed at the judiciary following Thursday's tragic shootings at Commercial Bay, Auckland last week.
The New Zealand Bar Association says misinformed criticism of sentencing decisions has the potential for disturbing consequences for the justice…