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July 2026 Issue

  • LexisNexis® new ANZ Managing Director Carol Chris on AI and legal tech in a rapidly changing world
  • AI, fraud and ageing: why Elder Law is entering a new era
  • Missed our recent webinar? Watch it on demand: Introducing Protégé Workflows
  • Why the future of legal AI is trusted legal work
  • Join us at the 2026 Criminal Bar Association National Conference & Dinner in Auckland on 1–2 August

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December 2025 Issue

  • New Protégé General AI feature lets lawyers use multiple AI models securely, without switching platforms
  • The future of law: rooted in strong foundations
  • Legal AI Showcase Webinar – Watch the Recording Now
  • Discover the power of Vaults – New Enhancement on Lexis+ AI with Protégé
  • Survey on potential new features for our drafting solution

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November 2025 Issue

  • Introducing Protégé™ General AI
  • Summary of Key Features

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October 2025 Issue

  • Kirikiriroa to host world’s first International Indigenous Judges Conference
  • Communicating Trust During a Corporate Crisis - Insights from the Hato Hone St John Team
  • From Hong Kong beginnings to NZ courts, Eva Ho’s career shows the power of adapting to every challenge
  • Transactional Document Drafting
  • Legal drafting is where skill meets precision, but it’s also where hours disappear.

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September 2025 Issue

  • Mai Chen on a career that matters, the future of cultural intelligence, and AI in law
  • Read of the Month:Children’s voices in the family justice system — hearing children’s views before making life-changing decisions for them
  • The Future of Legal Drafting - Access the Recording & Your Questions Answered
  • Chris Patterson (Barrister) on Lexis+ AI with Protégé™
  • Protégé – Discover New Feature Enhancements

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August 2025 Issue

  • Advanced AI-Powered Drafting, Backed by LexisNexis® Content
  • AI is transforming law, boosting efficiency and opportunity – even as lawyers must adapt
  • “AI for Lawyers” workshops delivered across Aotearoa New Zealand
  • APAC Legal Tech and AI Survey
  • Read of the Month – Valuation of Cryptocurrency in Relationship Property Disputes
  • When it comes to Legal AI, content is everything

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July 2025 Issue

  • Lexis+ AI® with Protégé™ redefines NZ legal landscape
  • The work of the NZ Bar Association as technology brings change
  • 344% ROI with Lexis+ AI. Discover the impact on Large Law firms in the U.S.
  • In-Person Workshops Across Aotearoa
  • Discover Lexis+ AI’s powerful capabilities
  • Law Society warns of challenges to the rule of law despite global ranking
  • Considering a Gen AI legal research solution? Download our free guide!

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June 2025 Issue

  • Lexis+ AI® — Now Available for New Zealand Legal Professionals
  • Law Society warns of challenges to the rule of law despite global ranking
  • 344% ROI with Lexis+ AI. Discover the impact on Large Law firms in the U.S.
  • AI for Lawyers - Insights and Tools for Your Practice
  • Strengthening the rule of law in Aotearoa New Zealand” report launch event
  • Considering a Gen AI legal research solution? Download our free guide!

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May 2025 Issue

  • Lexis+ AI, now with Protégé, is launching in New Zealand in July 2025
  • In partnership with the New Zealand Law Society
  • New leaders seek to modernise the Criminal Bar Association, one podcast and tech fix at a time
  • Employment Law Bulletin (Issue 1 - 2025) – Download For Free
  • Free Content Available to Download - Immigration and Protection Law Reissue 1 in The Laws of New Zealand
  • Interview with Caroline Rieger

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April 2025 Issue

  • Interviews with Amanda Woodbridge and Caroline Rieger
  • Employment Law Bulletin Free Download | Issue 1 2025
  • AI and the New Zealand Law Profession Survey by the Law Society
  • Lexis+ AI features overview
  • Jacob Parry (Barrister at Mills Lane Chambers) Customer Story

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March 2025 Issue

  • Meet the incoming Managing Director for LexisNexis® Asia & Pacific
  • Optimise Your Law Firm with our 3-in-1 Practice Compliance Checklists
  • Jacob Parry (Barrister, Mills Lane Chambers) on Lexis+® and Lexis® Argument Analyser
  • Lexis+ AI® Preview Video is Live Now - See What’s Coming!

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February 2025 Issue

  • The future of probate law by authors of bestseller
  • Download FREE New Zealand Law Journal February 2025 Issue
  • Lexis+ AI® - The Most Powerful Legal AI – launching mid-2025
  • How we engaged and connected with New Zealand’s legal industry through NZ Lawyer

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January 2025 Issue

  • Interview with Aya Riola and Chris Murray
  • The right to strike in Aotearoa — past, present and future?
  • Lexis® Argument Analyser Customer reviews
  • Is your law firm ready for 2025?
  • A Year in Interviews

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December 2024 Issue

  • How smarter tools can transform legal work
  • Trade unions in New Zealand: past, present and future
  • Lexis Argument Analyser - Prepare stronger case arguments in minutes
  • Mark’s Ford (Ford Sumner Lawyers) review on Lexis+®

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November 2024 Issue

  • The Digital Transformation of Law: A Lawyer's Perspective
  • “The balance thing”: Family Court lawyers discuss the ethics of representing parents in Care of Children disputes
  • Lexis Argument Analyser has been launched in New Zealand!
  • Download the Free Checklist for notifying an insurance claim

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October 2024 Issue

  • Pitfalls to avoid when adopting Legal AI
  • IP Round-up: Recent decisions from the Courts
  • Download the Free Checklist for notifying an insurance claim
  • Lexis® Argument Analyser
  • Dobbie’s Probate and Administration Practice, 7th edition

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September 2024 Issue

  • Tips on handling disciplinary processes, investigations and performance issues
  • Do's and Don'ts when managing misconduct - Webinar with Employment Lawyers
  • “That’s Just Criminal” - Podcast

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August 2024 Issue

  • Discover What's Next for Insurance Law in New Zealand!
  • NEW MODULE! PRACTICAL GUIDANCE INSURANCE
  • Interview with Helen Macfarlane and Stephanie Corban from Hesketh Henry on what's next for insurance law?
  • Headnotes: Commerce Commission v Canterbury Industrial Scrubbing Ltd

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July 2024 Issue

  • The Summary of the Keynote by Chief Justice of New Zealand Dame Helen Winkelmann*
  • The Law Down Under Podcast with Chris Patterson (Barrister)
  • Lexis+® is now available in New Zealand
  • Cook Islands enters a new era of legal transparency
  • Case note: Relief against cancellation of lease — Beattie v Mason
  • Lexis+® Launch Webinar

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June 2024 Issue

  • Lawyers Applaud AI Tool for Enhanced Research Capabilities
  • Exciting Update for Family Law Professionals!
  • Lexis+ is Here! Revolutionise Your Legal Research with Lexis+!
  • Case note: Possession of home and trusts — Lindsay v Lamb
  • Ensure you are aware of the key changes in the NZS 3910:2023 standard form construction contract

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May 2024 Issue

  • Dushan Delic reveals his journey from solicitor to barrister and his adoption of AI in law
  • Pre-eminent construction lawyer decodes key contract changes
  • Ensure you are aware of the key changes in the NZS 3910:2023 standard form construction contract
  • Tikanga and the law

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April 2024 Issue

  • AI won’t replace lawyers; rather, lawyers using AI will
  • A spotlight on constructive dismissal claims
  • What are your clients saying about you? – Download the whitepaper – All 6 Parts
  • Practical Guidance Practice Compliance Operations Checklist

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March 2024 Issue

  • What are your clients saying about you? The Complete Series
  • Practical Guidance Practice Compliance Operations Checklist
  • Become a Lexis® AI Insider
  • Lexis Advance® Testimonial

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February 2024 Issue

  • New Zealand Law Journal reflects on fast-approaching centenary
  • How can In-House lawyers enhance their engagement with corporate decision-makers?
  • Download FREE New Zealand Law Journal November 2023 Issue
  • Discover Lexis® AI Insider benefits

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January 2024 Issue

  • Interview with Senior Marketing Expert Gerald Chait
  • Keep Your Law Firm Protected from the Risks
  • A detailed guide to marketing for law firms, created by a senior marketing expert
  • Download the summary of our 2023 Legal Industry Research
  • Become Lexis® AI Insider

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