From Partner to Perp Walk Amd The Dance Floor Grab That Shook Kiwi Law Firms

A New Zealand law firm partner is facing disciplinary action after allegedly groping a junior colleague’s genitals mid-dance at a staff holiday party.

The incident occurred in a dance circle where the partner – known for “outlandish” antics – reportedly engaged in sexualized moves before the grab.

The victim called it a “joke gone too far,” but others testified about earlier misconduct: summer clerks allegedly endured bottom-touching, weight comments, and being called a “creepy c***.”

The matter is now before the country’s  the Lawyers and Conveyancers Disciplinary Tribunal for a decision on the dance-come-assault moves on the floor.

Despite the firm’s support for victims, the tribunal must decide:

Are drunken office parties considered part of “regulated services”?

Spoiler: The answer will define HR policies everywhere