Losing the house – are there alternatives?
Print this story If you were to go into long-term residential care, do you fear that all your hard-earned assets will be used to pay for that care? Kannangara Thomson Partner Brent Selwyn fills us in on the alternatives. Let’s get one thing clear. Senior care is expensive and it is asset […]
Understanding Enduring Powers of Attorney: Kannangara Thomson
Print this story It is a common misconception that Enduring Powers of Attorneys (EPAs) are only relevant for ‘old people’. The reality is that a health mishap, medical or accident related, can befall anyone at any age. The fact is that everyone should have these important estate planning tools in place. Having EPAs prepared now […]
Cut through the legal jargon: Kannangara Thomson
Print this storyBy Kannangara Thomson Partner Brent Selwyn At Kannangara Thomson we have a point of difference which not all law firms have in that as many as nine different languages are spoken in our offices. As a firm we also have a by-line “we speak your language” which is a play on words in […]
A broad legal skillset: Lawrence Wong
Print this story Kannangara Thomson partner Lawrence Wong says that joining the firm has been a great move for him and his clients. After 40 years in the law mostly at one larger Christchurch firm, Lawrence finds the relaxed and friendly environment at Kannangara Thomson refreshing. Having spent a significant part of his […]
Enduring Powers of Attorney: Kannangara Thomson
Print this storyAs we age, we must eventually turn our minds to what happens if because of accident, illness or just plain old age, we can no longer manage our own affairs. Enter the Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act 1988, which allows us to appoint people we trust to manage our affairs […]
A law firm with a difference: Kannangara Thomson
Print this storyKannangara Thomson isn’t your average law firm. Formed only 10 years ago by founding partner, Stephen Kannangara, the firm has grown to be over 30 strong and occupies a modern premises at 575 Wairakei Road. The firm enjoys a point of difference which the partners believe makes it unique among law firms in […]
