Sanam is Back! Send Us Your Questions

Episode 64 of the Law Lenz: Employment Law Done Right podcast, hosted by Sanam Ahmadzadeh Salmani, titled "Sanam is Back! Send Us Your Questions" was published on March 12, 2026 and runs 5 minutes.

March 12, 2026 ·5m · Law Lenz: Employment Law Done Right

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Summary

Guess who’s back… and newly married! After a couple months away for a big, bold, beautiful and very chaotic wedding, Sanam is back behind the mic! And she is ready to dive into the latest shake up in New Zealand employment law. The Employment Relations Amendment Act 2026 has officially passed. That means new rules, new thresholds, and plenty of questions for employers. What does the contractor gateway test actually mean in practice?Does the $200k unjustified dismissal threshold change the game?And do businesses need to do now? This episode is a quick catch up and an open invitation to the Law Lenz community. Send through your questions and Sanam will tackle them in next week’s deep dive. Send your questions: On LinkedIn HERE By email - [email protected] Or drop them down below! Don't miss our updates and legal insights! Sign up to the Law Lenz Newsletter! CLICK HERE! Check out the Law Lenz website HERE. Disclaimer: The content presented in this episode is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as legal advice. The host does not assume any liability for actions taken based on the content of this podcast. While the host is a lawyer, they are not your lawyer and the information provided is based on general legal information. This podcast does not create a solicitor-client relationship.While we strive to keep the information accurate and up-to-date as at the date of each episode, laws and regulations may change, and the content of this podcast may not reflect the most current legal standards or interpretations. Listeners are encouraged to consult with a qualified New Zealand legal professional for advice tailored to their specific situation.

Episode Description

Guess who’s back… and newly married!

After a couple months away for a big, bold, beautiful and very chaotic wedding, Sanam is back behind the mic! And she is ready to dive into the latest shake up in New Zealand employment law.

The Employment Relations Amendment Act 2026 has officially passed.

That means new rules, new thresholds, and plenty of questions for employers.

What does the contractor gateway test actually mean in practice? Does the $200k unjustified dismissal threshold change the game? And do businesses need to do now?

This episode is a quick catch up and an open invitation to the Law Lenz community.

Send through your questions and Sanam will tackle them in next week’s deep dive.

Send your questions:

On LinkedIn HERE
By email - [email protected]
Or drop them down below!

Don't miss our updates and legal insights! Sign up to the Law Lenz Newsletter! CLICK HERE!

Check out the Law Lenz website HERE.

Disclaimer: The content presented in this episode is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as legal advice. The host does not assume any liability for actions taken based on the content of this podcast. While the host is a lawyer, they are not your lawyer and the information provided is based on general legal information. This podcast does not create a solicitor-client relationship.While we strive to keep the information accurate and up-to-date as at the date of each episode, laws and regulations may change, and the content of this podcast may not reflect the most current legal standards or interpretations. Listeners are encouraged to consult with a qualified New Zealand legal professional for advice tailored to their specific situation.