Practice area

Individual rankings

Chambers says

NEW ZEALAND

Banking and Finance

Murray King
David McPherson
David Craig
Mark Todd

"This top-tier firm delivers an outstanding level of client service in all aspects of banking and finance thanks to the depth and breadth of its team and the partners' first-rate level of knowledge."
"The firm delivers first-class service and can offer a real depth of expertise."

Corporate/Commercial

Gavin Macdonald
Brynn Gilbertson
David Flacks
James Gibson
Garry Downs
Haydn Wong
Mark Freeman

"This firm is an outstanding player in the corporate and commercial arena, offering clients a truly integrated service. Its sizeable team of lawyers is extremely well versed in a broad spectrum of legal issues and offers clients effective solutions."
"A highly commercial, fast, attentive and technically outstanding firm, with high-quality people across all key legal areas." "It provides excellent service and always gives a workable solution." "Great strategic input." "Firm gives solid advice based on a thorough knowledge of the law."
"Personable lawyers."

Corporate/Commercial: Competition

Phil Taylor

"... an integral component of the firm's broader corporate offering, and... also has strong litigation capabilities..."

Corporate/Commercial: Energy & Natural Resources

Chris Gordon
Garry Downs

"The firm has a top-notch presence too in energy and natural resources, with extensive experience of advising major exploration companies on a domestic and international level, covering many different areas of energy and resources management."

Corporate/Commercial: Public Law

David McGregor
Simon Watt

"...the firm advises several public entities on many issues, ranging from central and local government matters to public procurement and infrastructure."

Dispute Resolution

Brian Latimour
Ralph Simpson
Mark O'Brien
Roger Partridge

"Bell Gully's 12-partner litigation team is a significant player in the market."
"Probably the best in New Zealand – head and shoulders above the rest."

Employment

Rob Towner

"A great reputation and a strong presence in the market."

Intellectual Property

Colleen Cavanagh
Alan Ringwood
Ian Gault

"This firm has a significant presence in the New Zealand IP market, advising on the full range of matters in both a transactional and a contentious context."
"A highly organised firm willing to go that extra mile."

Restructuring & Insolvency

Murray Tingey

"This firm is a formidable force in the restructuring and insolvency market. The team covers both contentious and corporate work, providing clients with a true depth and breadth of service. It is particularly renowned for its capabilities on the litigious side."
"A leading firm in restructuring and insolvency, offering practical advice."

Tax

Niels Campbell
David Simcock
Willy Sussman

"This highly regarded tax practice handles a vast array of complex matters in both a transactional and a litigious context."
"A class ahead." "Some leading lawyers working with big-name clients."

TMT

Dean Oppenhuis

"Bell Gully continues to act on significant transactions for key public and private clients."

GLOBAL

Climate Change

Simon Watt
Kate Radka

"This New Zealand firm is highlighted particularly for its excellent handling of the purchase of carbon credits."
"The go-to firm in New Zealand for climate change." "The practice is very good looking at issues surrounding the purchase of carbon credits."