Waiver Of Claims Agreement Template for New Zealand

1. Confidentiality: Required when parties wish to keep the existence or terms of the waiver confidential

2. Future Claims: Optional section dealing with waiver of future claims, if legally permitted

3. Non-Disparagement: Used when parties wish to prevent negative statements about each other

4. Return of Property: Include when there is physical or intellectual property to be returned as part of the settlement

5. Cooperation: Used when ongoing cooperation between parties is required for implementing the waiver

6. Third Party Rights: Include when the waiver is intended to benefit third parties

7. Severability: Optional boilerplate to preserve the agreement if parts are found invalid

8. Entire Agreement: Used when this agreement is intended to supersede all previous agreements or understandings

1. Schedule 1 - Specific Claims: Detailed list of specific claims, incidents, or matters being waived

2. Schedule 2 - Excluded Claims: List of claims specifically excluded from the waiver (e.g., ACC claims that cannot be waived)

3. Schedule 3 - Payment Details: If applicable, details of any settlement payment or consideration

4. Appendix A - Related Documents: Copies of any relevant documents referenced in the waiver

5. Appendix B - Independent Legal Advice Certificate: Certificates from legal advisors confirming independent advice was given