When relationship property and insolvency collide
| Friday, June 14, 2024 |
| 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM |
| The Grand Hall Te Pā Level 5 North Stand |
Details
"When insolvency and relationship property collide.” As an SME economy, it is common for business loans to be charged against personal assets, such as the family home. When a relationship breakdown occurs at the same time as a business collapse, it is important to consider both company and relationship property law. This session will identify a number of practical scenarios and examine how to apply the respective regimes to ensure the best outcome for all stakeholders.
Speaker
Stephen McCarthy KC
Barrister
When relationship property and insolvency collide
Biography
Relationship property is one of Stephen’s specialist areas of work. Stephen was a partner in a small law firm for 20 years, commenced practice as a barrister in 2006 and was appointed a KC in 2021.
Kerry Puddle
TWA Legal
When insolvency and relationship property collide
Biography
Kerry is a Director at TWA Legal Limited. Kerry is an experienced commercial litigator with a broad practice, including dealing with various legal issues relating to insolvency, trusts and private individuals. Prior to joining TWA Legal, Kerry worked for a number of boutique commercial law firms in Auckland and was a Judges’ Clerk at the Auckland High Court.
Miss Jennifer Tunna
Director
TWA Legal
When relationship property and insolvency collide
Biography
Jennifer is a Director at TWA Legal Limited. She is recognised and recommended by leading legal directories such as Chambers and Partners, Legal 500, IFLR1000 and Doyles for her expertise in the restructuring and insolvency space. Jennifer has broad experience as a corporate and commercial lawyer and nearly 20 years' experience with leading firms in New Zealand and the United Kingdom.
