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| Task | regulation.nz | Lawyer | Consultant | DIY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Identify which regulators you need | AI — $8.99 | $500–600/hr | $280–380/hr | Hours of research |
| Prepare a single application | From $20 | $800–3,000+ | $400–1,500 | Risk of errors |
| OIA / complaint / appeal | Free | $300–800 | $200–500 | Free, but slow |
| Track all applications & deadlines | Included | Manual, billed hourly | Manual, billed hourly | Spreadsheet |
| Escalation to legal / expert | Seamless, at cost | Already there | May refer out | Start over |
Lawyer and consultant rates based on published NZ firm rate cards (Cruickshank Pryde, Christilaw, PKF WT — 2025, GST exclusive).
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