Law Society events bring together industry experts, thought leaders, and practitioners from across the profession in an environment of collaboration, learning, and innovation.
Come along to connect, gain insights and expand your network.
21
Jul
2026
5:15 pm
Christchurch
Seminars
Level 3: Ōroko Te Reo Māori Course
Kia korero tonu! - Keep speaking, reo lessons Learn Karakia, Waiata (including of Kai Tahu), Pepeha/mihi, Tikanga for powhiri/mihi whakatau
Registration closing in 5 day/s Registration nearly full
24
2:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Manukau & Whangarei
Workshops
Duty Lawyer Training Programme
Duty lawyers are critical to the smooth running of a District Court list. This course gives you the basic knowledge and skills you need to apply to join this important group.
27
9:00 am
Residential Property Transactions
Learn from the experts and build confidence in property law. This small-group, intensive entry-level workshop takes you through three common property transactions step-by-step.
28
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Webinar
Webinars
Parting Company - corporate disputes on relationship separation
This webinar will examine the intersection of relationship property and company law.
29
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Neurodiversity, Personality Disorders & Challenging Situations: Alternative approaches for lawyers
Join Dr Anne Purcell for a thought-provoking webinar exploring the psychology and neuroscience of communication, conflict, and challenging client interactions.
Registration closing in 6 day/s
30
9:00 am - 4:50 pm
Wellington & Online
Conferences
Elder Law Conference
This popular conference provides timely, practical guidance on current issues, while offering valuable opportunities to connect with fellow practitioners and learn from leading experts in the field.
9:50 am - 10:40 am
Working with Clients with Affected Decision-Making Capacity
Broadcast live from the Elder Law Conference, this session explores how to identify and respond to potential issues arising from clients who may have affected decision-making capacity and wish to make a will or appoint an enduring power of ....
2:15 pm - 3:00 pm
Funding Residential Care
Broadcast live from the Elder Law Conference, this session will provide an informative overview of residential care funding.
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Tauranga
Social Events
Tauranga MAS x ILANZ catch up
Join your fellow in-house lawyers for some nibbles and drinks thanks to our Valued Partner MAS!
03
Aug
Wellington
04
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Hastings
Hawkes Bay ILANZ x MAS Midyear Lunch
Join your fellow in-house lawyers for a relaxed lunch at Rosina, thanks to our valued partner MAS!
05
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
PLS webinar: lawyers and real estate licensees - working better together
The New Zealand Law Society’s Property Law Section (PLS) is pleased to join the Real Estate Authority (REA) for the first in a planned series of joint webinars aimed at strengthening understanding, communication and collaboration between pr....
RSVP Date: 05-August-2026
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Residential Care Subsidies
This webinar will provide practical guidance to help you identify risks early, manage client expectations, and give more confident, accurate advice in this complex and emotionally charged area.
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Gisborne
Gisborne MAS x ILANZ catch up
Join your fellow in-house lawyers for a relaxed lunch at Sunshine Brewery, thanks to our valued partner MAS!
06
4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Dunedin
Dunedin MAS x ILANZ catch up
Drinks, nibbles and a ghost tour!
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Christchurch MAS x ILANZ catch up
Join your fellow in-house lawyers thanks to our Valued Partner MAS!
RSVP Date: 04-August-2026
10
Auckland
12
8:45 am - 1:00 pm
Online
Trust Account Administrator
This workshop is for trust accounting staff including legal secretaries and legal executives to gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to administer a trust account correctly.
Branch Events
Seminar Series 101 - Family Law
A seminar series for 0-7 years PQE lawyers, focusing on different areas of practice
RSVP Date: 11-August-2026
13
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Where Practice Areas Intersect - immigration, criminal, employment and family law
This webinar takes a practical, joined-up look at how immigration law intersects with criminal, employment, and family law, and why understanding those intersections is essential for achieving fair and lawful outcomes for migrant clients.