Increasing natural hazard risks are reshaping the insurance landscape in New Zealand, with some insurers now declining coverage in high-risk areas. It is evident that both prospective purchasers and current homeowners will face challenges in the ...
Read more
March 2026
On 1 April 2006, Simon Mortlock Partners and McCormack Law merged to form Mortlock McCormack Law, moving into the AMP Building in Cathedral Square. Over the past two decades, the firm has grown and evolved, taking on new challenges and steadily ...
Read more
March 2026
Olivia Durston began working at Mortlock McCormack Law in 2023 as an Administration Assistant and has worked steadily towards her admission since then. In December 2025, after years of hard work, she was admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor of the ...
Read more
December 2025
In November, Mortlock McCormack Law sponsored the Amberley Show. We had a table in the Pavillion, where we judged produce, baking, art and more. Principals Hamish Douch and Emily Flaszynski awarded the Mortlock McCormack Supreme Pavilion award to a ...
Read more
December 2025
Welcome
Kirsten Fox, Solicitor, joined us in September
Jo McMecking, Legal Secretary, joined us in September
Julie Wiltshire, Finance Administrator, joined us in November
Baby News
Three of the MML team have recently welcomed boys to their ...
Read more
In September, I had the privilege of representing New Zealand at the Indoor Cricket World Cup in Sri Lanka. This was more than just a sporting event. It was a life-changing experience that proved with hard work, dedication, and the support of ...
Read more
The Incorporated Societies Act 2022 (“New Act”) is the first legislative re-vamp of the law relating to incorporated societies since 1908 (“Old Act”). The New Act is relevant to all incorporated societies, such as sports clubs, cultural ...
Read more
December 2025
Angus Mossman, Hamish Douch and Chris Egden took part in Movember this year, growing moustaches to raise awareness and spark important conversations about men’s health. Maddy Hendren and Ariana Kim also got involved by running 60km each over the ...
Read more
Many contemporary (post 2021) trust deeds adopt an explicit ‘priority principle’ which confirms the settlors’ intention that the interests of certain beneficiaries (normally the eldest generation, or ‘Mum and Dad’) are to be preferred over ...
Read more
Recent storms blew over many trees, including one at Principal Hamish Douch’s property, taking out the garage on its way down to the ground. If your trees or property were affected in the recent storms, here’s what you need to know to protect ...
Read more
Recent posts
Pink Breakfast 2026
June 2026
Congratulations Zahra
June 2026
Vendor Warranties under the ADLS Agreement – Disclosure Obligations
June 2026
Agreements to Build and Lease (ABL’s): Key Risks for Landlords and Developers
Disclaimer: The information provided in these articles is for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice. We make no guarantees or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of this information.
