New Zealand Case Law

14 Mar 2018

EMERY v THORN [2018] NZHC 436

Citation

[2018] NZHC 436

Court

High Court

Medical evidence established that Ms Emery lacks the capacity to understand proceedings or give instructions as defined by r 4.29; the Court was satisfied Mr Rice (her solicitor and enduring attorney) can fairly and competently conduct the proceedings, has no adverse interests and consents, therefore appointment under r 4.35 was appropriate.

• Litigation guardian appointment
• Capacity assessment
• De facto relationship declaration
• Letters of administration