Justice denied anywhere diminishes justice everywhere
– Martin Luther King Jr
Ubi jus ibi remedium
Where there’s a right, there should be a remedy
John Goddard is a barrister practising at Lambton Chambers in Wellington, New Zealand. He specialises in the law of Tokelau, professional disciplinary matters, animal law, employment law, natural disaster insurance law, ACC, residential tenancy claims and privacy law.
My Services
Employment Law
John is an employment law specialist and has acted for both employers and employees.
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Insurance Law
John has developed expertise in all aspects of insurance law. He has been instructed by both insurers and insured parties.
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Civil Litigation
John has a broad experience of civil litigation and can advise you and represent you on all aspects of litigation and alternative dispute resolution. Learn More
“I recently engaged John Goddard to represent me in an employment related matter. His deep understanding of restorative justice practice, mediation principles and a human rights-based approach ensured a resolution process which placed my dignity and wellbeing at the centre. As a result, we reached a successful outcome which exceeded expectations.”
Articles & Press
Human Rights in Action: The New Zealand government’s management of Managed Isolation and Quarantine Facilities
MBIE has recently released and updated its Operations Framework for Managed Isolation and Quarantine Facilities. This document contains Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the management of Managed Isolation Facilities (MIF) and Quarantine Facilities (QF). The...
The New Zealand government’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic and the right to health
Recent measures taken to eliminate covid-19 could be seen as being the first example of express recognition by the New Zealand government of the right to health as a fundamental human right. It may also be the first time that the New Zealand government has fully implemented the United Nations’ Guiding Principles (UNGPs) on Business and Human Rights.
Covid-19 and the wage subsidy scheme
To mitigate against the adverse financial impacts caused by the Level 4 arrangements, the government has introduced a number of measures. From an employment law context, the most significant is the wage subsidy scheme.