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Thanks for sharing your experience. We love hearing that clear communication and great support helped make such an important milestone that much easier.

If you're planning a move, get in touch with the AWS Legal team today.

Little legs. Big impact.

AWS Legal is delighted to sponsor the 3km Kids Run at the upcoming Clyde Classic, a fantastic event that brings together fitness, family, and community spirit in the heart of Central Otago.

Starting and finishing at Clyde Primary School, every entry helps make a difference, with 25% of all registration fees going directly back to the school. Last year's event saw an incredible $11,500 donated to support educational opportunities and school facilities.

Our own Eugene Roud, Partner and proud dad, is passionate about supporting initiatives that encourage young people to get active, have fun, and be part of something special.

From future athletes to first-time runners, we're excited to cheer on every child taking part in this year's Kids Run.

See you at the starting line

We don’t often have opportunities like this at AWS Legal - in Alexandra, Central Otago!

With a planned senior retirement, we’re looking for a Senior Associate+ to step into practice leadership with a clear pathway to Partnership.

Lead great work. Mentor awesome people. Help shape the future of your firm.

We know career moves like this take thought & we’re always open to a confidential chat.

Know someone? Or curious yourself? Reach out or share

*Confidential conversation: Rachel Lindsay (Board Chair) 027 408 2621
*Role details & apply here: https://nz.seek.com/job/95097206
*Sign on bonus for direct applications

Step-tember 2026 is a wrap

During the past month, over a 2-week period, our team stepped up to the challenge, clocking thousands of kilometres, embracing some friendly competition, and making wellbeing a priority.

Congratulations to our Alexandra Walking Sensation Team for taking out the Team Championship

and to our individual winners:

1st - Lachie Nicholas - 400,195 steps
2nd - Stefanie McKenzie - 321,302 steps
3rd - Robyn Kitto - 282,671 steps

A huge well done to everyone who participated. Whether you were chasing the leaderboard or simply getting moving each day, every step counted.

When people think about estate planning, they often think of property, investments, or personal belongings. But what about digital assets like airline miles and loyalty reward points?

These can hold real value, yet they're often overlooked when planning for the future.

Keeping a record of your digital assets and considering how they should be managed can make things simpler for those handling your estate. As more of our lives move online, it's another reminder that estate planning is about more than just physical assets.

If it's been a while since you reviewed your Will or estate plan, now could be a good time to make sure it still reflects your wishes.

Leading legal expertise in Invercargill - Waihōpai

Located in the heart of Invercargill, our Invercargill office is home to Southland's largest legal team, bringing together specialists across a wide range of legal areas to support individuals, families, farmers, and businesses.

Whether you're buying your first home, growing a business, planning for the future, navigating employment matters, or seeking advice on a rural or commercial issue, our team is here to provide practical, personalised guidance.

What sets us apart is the breadth of expertise under one roof. With specialists across property, commercial, rural, family, employment, succession, trusts and estates, litigation, and more, we work together to ensure you have access to the right people when you need them.

Ready to speak with a lawyer in Invercargill? Contact us today.
https://www.awslegal.co.nz/locations/invercargill/

Behind every legal matter is a person, a family, or a business looking for clear answers and trusted guidance.

We're committed to building genuine relationships with our clients. We take the time to understand your goals, explain your options in plain language, and provide practical advice you can feel confident acting on.

Whether you're buying a home, growing a business, planning for the future, or navigating life's unexpected challenges, our team is here to help every step of the way.

Property development is about more than building. It's about creating opportunities.

Whether you're planning a commercial development, subdividing land, undertaking a unit title project, or investing in your next development, every project involves a series of important decisions along the way.

At AWS Legal, our Property Development team works alongside developers and property investors on projects of all sizes, from residential subdivisions through to complex commercial and industrial developments. With experience across construction contracts, commercial leasing, regulatory matters, and large-scale developments, we're here to support your project from start to finish.

If you're planning your next development, we'd love to have a conversation.

Thank you for your kind words and for trusting AWS Legal to be part of your business journey.

Whether you're starting something new, expanding, or planning your next move, our Commercial team is here to help.

A fixed price build contract can provide certainty when you're building or renovating, but it doesn't always mean the final cost can never change.

Changes to the scope of work, provisional sums, unforeseen site conditions, weather, or material and labour costs can all affect the overall cost of a project, depending on the terms of the contract.

The key is understanding what is included in the agreed price, what may be subject to change, and how any variations will be managed if they arise.

Whether you're building your dream home, undertaking a renovation, or developing property, having a clear understanding of your contract from the outset can help avoid misunderstandings later on.

If you're entering into a build contract and would like advice on what it could mean for your circumstances, the AWS Legal team is here to help.