High Court of New Zealand
Finalist: People's Choice — Best Plain English Communication 2013
The Hutt City Council v The Lower Hutt District Court & Ors
Judges' comment
Clear, logical and persuasive. It is written in language that is respectful of the issues without being too formal. Plainly written judgments are to be encouraged.
Media statement
Judges are prolific writers and communicate with wide-ranging audiences.
Judges put considerable time and effort into trying to ensure their judgments are right and easily understood. We all strive to improve on our judgment writing skills.
This award could have been given to any number of Judges in New Zealand. I am, however, honoured and grateful to have been nominated.
WrikeMark has laudable goals. I congratulate it and all who strive to fulfil its obligations.
Hon Justice David Collins