What is a pre-settlement property inspection?

Pre-settlement Property Inspection By Ian Mellett, lawyer and principal of Quay Law (Remuera). During the normal course of events prospective property purchasers visit a house they intend to buy and if the property is to their liking, enter into a contract (Agreement for Sale and Purchase).  This legal contract should preferably be reviewed by their […]

New Zealand Trust Law under Review

Presentation on YouTube –            You Tube Presentation LINK By Ian Mellett of Auckland law firm, Quay Law Barrister and Solicitor The proposed abolition of Gift Duty together with major changes to qualifying companies and the Law Commissions  re-examination of trust law will mean 2011 will be a momentous year for those […]

Tax, Investment Property and LAQC Structures (Article published by Auckland Law Firm, Quay Law)

16 August 2010 Tax, Investment Property and LAQC Structures by Ian Mellett of Auckland Law Firm – Quay Law Solicitors In this issue, Auckland lawyer Ian Mellett discusses some of the sweeping tax changes announced recently and particularly those affecting investment properties. The recent budget has delivered the biggest tax changes in New Zealand in the past 25 years, affecting taxpayers across […]

Common forms of property ownership

 Auckland lawyer Ian Mellett describes his business visit to India and the various forms of property investment available. I have had the wonderful experience of being involved in a fantastic business trip to India.  It was incredible to be exposed to the social and cultural elements that exist in India on the one hand, contrasted […]

About Ian Mellett – Auckland Lawyer (Quay Law)

Ian Mellett is the principal of Quay Law, holds a B Comm, LLB, H Dip Tax and is admitted to practice both in New Zealand and overseas.  Quay Law is a well-established & successful commercial & conveyancing law firm.  In addition Ian and the experienced legal team have expertise in the area of structuring property investments […]