CONTRACT LAW FOR NON-LAWYERS NEW ZEALAND 2026

  •  August 2026
  • Auckland | Wellington | Christchurch | Online

Event starts in:

The Details

  •  Auckland: 19th August
  •  Cliftons Auckland Level 4/45 Queen St Auckland, 1010

  •  Wellington: 21st August
  •  Cliftons Wellington Level 28/100 Willis St, Wellington, 6011

  •  Online: 28th August
  •  Livestream/Zoom

  •  Christchurch: 25th August
  •  BreakFree on Cashel, Christchurch 165 Cashel Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch, 8011

Having trouble booking? Call us on 02 8294 2044 or email us at info@theleadershipinstitute.com.au

Package Pricing

First-in Rate Standard pricing
One Day Masterclass $999 $1,499
Livestream Pass / Online pass
$999
Early-bird Rate Standard pricing
One Day Masterclass $1,199 $1,499
Livestream Pass / Online pass
$999
Standard Rate Standard pricing  
One Day Masterclass $1,499
Livestream Pass / Online pass
$999

*Please note all prices listed above exclude GST.

About This Course

Whether you’re reviewing supplier agreements, authorising project contracts, or managing procurement in your business or organisation, understanding the fundamentals of contract law is essential for avoiding costly legal pitfalls.

The Leadership Institute’s Contract Law for Non-Lawyers is a practical masterclass designed for non-lawyers who regularly interact with contracts in the course of their role. It provides essential legal knowledge and hands-on tools to help you confidently interpret, draft, and manage contracts under New Zealand law. Led by a senior legal practitioner with extensive experience across Aotearoa and the wider Asia-Pacific region, you’ll gain insight into local legal obligations and how to practically apply contract law principles in real-world commercial and government settings.

Your Amazing Facilitator

Alan Prasad, Principal / Lawyer, iTrain & Consult

Alan Prasad is a commercial lawyer with more than twenty years of experience advising organisations across Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the South Pacific. He has worked on public and private mergers and acquisitions, cross border deals and a wide range of commercial matters.

Alan also brings real world insight as a business owner. He has built and sold ventures in FMCG, education and professional services, which shapes his practical and commercially focused approach to legal risk.Outside work, Alan supports Landcare Australias Coastcare Program and is an avid traveller always planning the next destination.

Key Benefits of Attending

  • Understand the basics of contract law, including contract formation and enforceability
  • Appreciate how to identify and overcome common problematic clauses before entering into a contract
  • Recognise how to discern risky clauses in a contract and how to manage them
  • Efficiently draft contract terms that reflect your company’s interests
  • Effectively identify and resolve contractual breaches
  • Comprehend legal risks when responding or issuing a tender
 WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
  • Contracts, procurement and purchasing
  • Commercial and legal roles
  • Asset and project management
  • Business development and office coordination
  • Program or operations management

GROUP DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE

Looking to send more than 1 team member?

Interested in bringing a colleague along?

Learning is always better when done in teams (and your company gains more value too!)

Take advantage of our group discounts:

  • Register 3 attendees and get a 5% discount
  • Register 4-5 attendees and get a 10% discount
  • Register 6 or more and get a 15% discount

INDUSTRY PACKAGES

We appreciate that it’s not always easy to get approval to attend training courses and events, so we have put to gether a variety of packages to assist. Take advantage of these savings:

  • Local Government                     10% OFF
  • Non-for-Profit                             20% OFF

 

*Discounts do no apply to livestream passes

Cancellation Policy

If you are unable to attend an event, The Leadership Institute accepts substituted attendees in your place at no additional cost. Please advise us of any substitutions as soon as possible. Alternatively, you may transfer your registration to another event run by The Leadership Institute.

Cancelled registrations must be emailed to info@theleadershipinstitute.com.au as soon as possible. A credit note will be issued valid for use towards any future event within 12 months from the date of issuance. Cancellation notifications received less than 14 days prior to the event will receive a credit note to the value of the registration fee less a service fee of $300.

The Leadership Institute does not provide refunds for cancellations.

It is not possible for multiple people to attend within any day of the event on a single registration. Split tickets, where a different person attends each day of the event, can be arranged. Please call or email us to arrange the details.

If an event is cancelled or rescheduled, The Leadership Institute will ensure all stakeholders are contacted. If an event is cancelled or you are unable to attend the rescheduled event, you will be issued with a credit note valid for use towards any future event within 12 months from the date of issuance.

Live Streaming and Event Access 

There can be changes to how events are delivered, including live streaming options where required. We aim to ensure all participants can still access the event in a suitable format. If you have booked onto a physical pass and can no longer attend, alternative options may be offered, including access to a live stream or transfer options where available.

Where events are recorded, access may be provided to registered participants who are unable to attend.

Changes to Events

Many events may be postponed or cancelled due to circumstances beyond The Leadership Institute’s control. We will always aim to ensure events proceed as planned, including postponed dates or alternative delivery formats where possible.

In the event that your registration or participation in an event is impacted, The Leadership Institute offers flexible tickets and credit notes to affected clients. The Leadership Institute is unable to offer financial refunds where events are affected by circumstances outside of its control.

A tremendous amount of effort is spent to ensure all events proceed as originally marketed. It is with regret that circumstances beyond The Leadership Institute’s control can prevent this from happening. As such, The Leadership Institute reserves the right to change the speaker and or agenda details at any time throughout the marketing lifecycle of an event. The Leadership Institute will minimise the risks of changes and will always ensure events deliver the content that is advertised. The Leadership Institute will notify all participants of any changes in a timely manner leading up to an event.

Credit Notes

 In the event of issuance of credit notes, holders are entitled to use this credit towards any The Leadership Institute event which can accommodate additional delegates. Credit notes must be used within 12 months from the date of issue to avoid expiry. 

Customer Privacy

The Leadership Institute takes diligent action to ensure all client details are protected. Furthermore, we respect our customer’s right to opt out of our promotional activities for relevant, upcoming events. If you do not want to receive further information about our upcoming conferences, training courses and learning experiences, please email us at info@theleadershipinstitute.com.au 

Once You Are Registered, What Is The Next Step?

When you have registered for an event, and that registration has been received by The Leadership Institute, you will be sent a confirmation email. This will include your invoice and any relevant information regarding the event you are registered for. The Leadership Institute will regularly keep you updated regarding the events for which you have registered.

If you require any further information visit our website at www.theleadershipinstitute.com.au or call us on (02) 8294 2044.