Praised as ‘specialists within the property sector,’ AlexanderDorrington Ltd is noted for its strength in residential and commercial property developments. Operating out of Auckland, Denise Marsden is skilled at tourism assets, and Jourdan Griffin is well-versed in industrial acquisitions, disposals, and leasing.
Real estate and construction in New Zealand
AlexanderDorrington Ltd
Praxisleiter:
Denise Marsden; Jourdan Griffin
Referenzen
‘Alexander Dorrington are specialists within the property sector and as such have developed a deep understanding of this sector. They have a pragmatic approach when helping clients navigate difficult areas where there are differing views and the potential for conflict.’
‘From a client side, their systems are straight forward with good communication around the mechanics of doing business. They are easy to get hold of and there is always a friendly voice to take calls with prompt call-back if key staff are tied up with other clients when you call.’
‘They are a very good property and commercial law firm. The directors particularly are very well experienced at all levels of construction and property disciplines.’
Anderson Lloyd
Praised for its ‘technical knowledge,’ Anderson Lloyd’s key strengths lie in construction, energy, and infrastructure project developments. Anton Trixl and Lauren Whitehead jointly lead the firm’s construction practice from Auckland, Trixl is vastly experienced in procurement, and Whitehead is knowledgeable of PPPs in the transport sector. Sharon Knowles oversees the firm’s real estate practice from Dunedin and is well-informed in institutional property matters, while Auckland-based Dan Williams is another key team member.
Praxisleiter:
Anton Trixl; Lauren Whitehead; Sharon Knowles
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Dan Williams; Robert Huse; Mike Kerr; Charlotte Webber; Simon Munro; Steve O’Dea
Referenzen
‘Anderson Lloyd provide a full range of experts for our business needs, they have a strong team of partners and will work in with each other to provide the service, support, and advice that we need.’
‘They are very responsive and knowledgeable of construction contracts.’
‘They have the ability to tailor their service to suit our company’s unique requirements.’
Kernmandanten
KiwiRail Holdings Limited
Mercury NZ Limited
Sanderson Management Group
Fernbrook Property (PR) Limited (a subsidiary of Rank Group Limited)
Argosy Property No 1. Limited
Te Tai Tokerau Water Trust
Timaru District Council
Christchurch City Council
Foodstuffs (South Island) Properties Limited
Glendhu Station Properties Limited
Cardrona Alpine Resort Limited
Hugh Green Commercial Limited (prev. Montclare Holdings Limited)
Manawa Energy Limited (formerly Trustpower Limited)
Energy Bay Limited (trading as Solar Bay)
Ranui Generation Limited
Precinct Properties New Zealand Limited
New Forests Asset Management Pty Limited
Argosy Property Limited
Foodstuffs (South Island) Properties Limited
Meridian Energy Limited
Port of Auckland Limited
Manulife Investment Management
NZ Retail Property Group Limited
Dunedin City Council
Silverfin Capital Limited
Queenstown Commercial Limited
Port Otago Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised KiwiRail Holdings Limited on the City Rail Link (CRL), which is New Zealand’s largest transport infrastructure project to date.
- Advised Sanderson Group Limited on the development of their flagship retirement village in Mt Maunganui, Tauranga named ‘The Pitau’.
- Advised Fernbrook Property Limited on the construction of the Puhinui Road precinct.
Anthony Harper
With in-depth expertise in infrastructure projects, Anthony Harper is geared to handle commercial, industrial, and residential developments. Operating out of Auckland, Edward Dunphy and Karen Kemp jointly lead the firm’s construction sphere. Dunphy, also leading the firm’s real estate team, is well-versed in property acquisitions, disposals, and leasing, while Kemp is vastly experienced in construction disputes. Tim Bunker is proficient in property subdivisions, while in Christchurch, Jessica Hanning handles defective work disputes, and Tim Barclay is knowledgeable of social housing infrastructure.
Praxisleiter:
Edward Dunphy; Karen Kemp
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Tim Bunker; Jessica Hanning; Tim Barclay; Sarah Anderson; Emma Hughes; Miles McConway; Alistair Law
Referenzen
‘Practical and commercially focused legal advice.’
‘They have the ability to anticipate the style and nature of a response that we would need to make to issues.’
‘They are very proactive in recommending actions to the client as a result of changes in legislation, or learnings they have picked up from other work.’
Kernmandanten
CPB Contractors Pty Ltd
KiwiRail Ltd
Southbase Construction
Woolworths Limited
Stride Property Limited
Oceania Healthcare Limited
Ninety-Four Feet Pty Limited
Templeton Limited
Barker Fruit Processors
TDM Construction Ltd
Devo Homes Ltd
Ecotech Construction
Emmons Developments
Moddex New Zealand
Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust
Woolworths
Mainland Capital
The Fletcher Construction Company
KiwiRail
Fletcher Distribution
Argosy Property
Stride Property Group
Centuria Capital
Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust
CDL Land New Zealand
RCHNZ
Pacific Radiology
Sarin Group
Arvida Limited
Heredium Group
Huadu International NZ
Fulton Hogan Limited
Metflifecare
Millennium & Copthorne Hotels New Zealand Limited
Te Toi Mahana
The South Island Office
Stonewood Group
Oaks Living
Watchman Residential
2B Pty/Multiwash
Highlight-Mandate
- Represented an AECOM Design JV in High Court proceedings relating to Transmission Gully, one of New Zealand’s most complex horizontal construction projects.
- Successfully defended Landsdale Development Ltd in multiple adjudication claims and judicial review proceedings.
Bell Gully
Recently handling energy, transport, and public sector construction work, Bell Gully’s real estate offering covers acquisitions, disposals, and infrastructure projects. Karl Anderson leads the firm’s construction practice, while in Wellington, David Chisnall and Auckland-based Ian Becke lead the real estate team. Chisnall is often engaged in nationally significant projects and Becke is proficient in commercial office building developments and leasing. Andrew Petersen is experienced in overseas investment, Jane Holland handles commercial property issues, and Toni Forrest is skilled at real estate transactions. Brad Ward is another key team member.
Praxisleiter:
David Chisnall; Ian Becke; Karl Anderson
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Andrew Petersen; Jane Holland; Toni Forrest; Brad Ward
Referenzen
‘The partners are excellent, and they keep us up to date on key issues and provide advice on our contentious matters. They excel technically and in customer service.’
‘The team demonstrates intelligent and analytical analysis of facts and law that make up claims and defences. They provide a responsive and timely service.’
‘Bell Gully has the most experienced, knowledgeable, and full-coverage team.’
Kernmandanten
Auckland Transport
Fletcher Building Ltd
Genesis Energy
Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand
Let’s Get Wellington Moving
Tauranga City Council
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT)
Precinct Properties
Port Marlborough
Greater Wellington Regional Council
Contact Energy Ltd
Department of Corrections
Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency
Downer EDi
Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Arvida AL Holdings Limited
3A Composites GmbH
Auckland Transport
ANZ Bank
Asset Plus
Augusta
Calibre Partners
David Jones
Fabric Property
Fletcher Building
GIC
Horizons Regional Council
Irongate Group (formerly Investec Australia)
Invesco Real Estate
Investore Property Limited
Kiwi Property Group
Mainland Poultry
Metlifecare
Ngāi Tahu Property
Ngai Tai Ki Tāmaki Charitable Investment Trust
PAG Real Estate
One NZ (formerly Vodafone)
Pearlfisher Capital Limited
Port Marlborough
Precinct Properties New Zealand Limited
IWG
Stride Property
Summit Forests
Tainui Group Holdings
Taupo District Council
Tauranga City Council
Vital Healthcare Property Trust
Wellington City Council
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Te Whatu Ora on all aspects of the major redevelopment of Whangarei Hospital, the main hospital in Northland.
- Advising Auckland Transport on the AMETI Eastern Busway Alliance EB2, EB3 and EB4 with the RAPT consortium, comprising Fletchers, Acciona, Jacobs and AECOM.
- Advised on the NZ$7.4 billion transformational city-shaping programme for Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Wellington, and its recent dissolution by the current government.
Buddle Findlay
Buddle Findlay is noted for its capabilities in energy and infrastructure projects, for which Auckland-based Ed McGimpsey is a key contact. The firm’s construction team is jointly led by Auckland-based Tom Bennett and Charlotte von Dadelszen who works out of Wellington. Bennett and Paula Ormandy are lauded for their ‘great understanding of the market.’ Dadelszen, who also co-leads the real estate teams with Wellington-based Daniel Kelleher is reputed for his expertise in construction contracts. Ed McGimpsey is vastly experienced in urban renewal projects, and Brannavan Gnanalingam is proficient in property disputes.
Praxisleiter:
Tom Bennett; Charlotte von Dadelszen; Daniel Kelleher
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ed McGimpsey; Brannavan Gnanalingam; Louise Brazier; Tom Bennett
Referenzen
‘They are easy to deal with and provide great advice. They have great experience.’
‘The Buddle Findlay property team know our business well. They are extremely knowledgeable and professional. They respond with timely advice and are easy to communicate with. The team has a lot of depth in experience.’
‘The individuals are attentive to requests and easy to work with. They communicate clearly and turn around work in a timely manner. Where work is urgent, they are able to prioritise work appropriately and generally speaking meet the compressed timeframes.’
Kernmandanten
Auckland Transport
Auckland Council
Health New Zealand
Department of Internal Affairs
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
Bank of New Zealand
Ormat Technology Inc.
Olam Food Ingredients New Zealand Limited
Westpac New Zealand Limited
Wellington International Airport Limited
Fisher & Paykel Appliances Limited
Kiwi Property Limited
Tauranga City Council
Auckland Light Rail Limited
Department of Internal Affairs
Auckland Council
Olam International
Generus Foundation Limited and Foundation Village Limited
BNZ Branch Properties Limited
Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet
Contact Energy Limited
Ministry of Education
Landcorp Farming Limited
Department of Corrections
Templeton Projects Limited
Fisher & Paykel Appliances Limited
Kiwi Property Group
Steel & Tube Holdings Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Auckland Transport and Auckland Council in relation to the City Rail Link project, being New Zealand’s largest infrastructure project with a projected completion cost of NZ$5.5B.
- Advising Ormat Technologies Inc. in relation to the development and construction of a series of geothermal power plant projects in New Zealand.
- Advising Department of Internal Affairs in relation to the development and construction of the new National Archives building at Pipitea, Wellington.
Chapman Tripp
A key port of call for various inbound investors, Chapman Tripp is geared to handle construction litigation, infrastructure matters, and OIO consent issues. In Auckland, Matthew Carroll leads the firm’s real estate practice and is noted for his strength in transactional property work. Hamish Bolland oversees the construction practice and is well-regarded across the energy and natural resources sectors. Mark Nicholson is skilled at property acquisitions, developments, and disposals, while Kylie Mutch is often engaged in transport matters.
Praxisleiter:
Matthew Carroll; Hamish Bolland
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Mark Nicholson; Kylie Mutch; John McKay; Tessa Baker; Greg Wise; Sam Holden
Kernmandanten
Centuria Capital
Willis Bond & Co
Property for Industry
Precinct Properties New Zealand Limited
Auckland Council
Eke |Panuku| Development Auckland Limited
Auckland Thoroughbred Racing Limited (ATR)
Oji Fibre Solutions
Vincent Capital Limited
Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan
OTPP New Zealand Forest Investments Limited
Aventuur
Tara Iti Family Office
Parliamentary Service and Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment
Wellington International Airport Limited
Auckland International Airport Limited
Westpac NewZealand Limited
Fonterra Co|operative Group Limited
Mercury NZ Limited
Wellington City Council
Te| |Whatu| Ora – Health NewZealand
Beca Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Willis Bond on the development of their Catalina Bay project due for completion in August 2024.
- Advise to Mercury on all property-related aspects of their pioneering renewable energy project.
- Advised Eke Panuku on the development agreement with Precinct Properties for the redevelopment of Downtown Car Park, the most significant development site in the Auckland CBD.
Dentons New Zealand
Home to experts in infrastructure projects, leasing, and property developments, Dentons New Zealand handles construction contracts surrounding transport projects. Michelle Hill leads the firm’s real estate team from Auckland, and is vastly experienced in property acquisitions, disposals, and subdivisions, while Matthew Ockleston is knowledgeable of property financing. Ish Fraser is well-versed in industrial, office, and retail leasing, while Stuart Robertson, who leads the firm’s construction practice is proficient in infrastructure matters. Paul Buetow is well-regarded in the energy, transport, and water sectors.
Praxisleiter:
Stuart Robertson; Michelle Hill
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Matthew Ockleston; Paul Buetow; Brendan Cash; Katrina Van Hutte; Sara Cheetham; David Newport; Madison Dobie; Paul Holth
Referenzen
‘The Dentons property team, in our view, is the pre-eminent public works act (land acquisition & disposals) practice in New Zealand.’
‘They are highly competent across a spectrum of land acquisition requirements on most if not all roading project requirements across NZ.’
‘They are the “go-to” firm and their public works proficiency is where they truly shine. Their advice is second to none.’
Kernmandanten
Civil Construction Limited
Masterbuild Services Limited/Registered Master Builders Association of New Zealand
Aurecon New Zealand
P2W Services Limited
Hawkins New Zealand
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency
Ministry of Social Development
Grand Complex Properties Limited
Universal Homes Limited
Ministry of Justice
AMP Services (NZ) Limited
HSBC
Bridgestone New Zealand Ltd
George Weston Foods
Pro-Invest Group
Tāmaki Regeneration Limited
PMG Capital Fund
Radisson Hotel Group
Oji Fibre Solutions
Danone Nutricia
KiwiRail
TSB Bank Ltd
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Hawkins / Downer New Zealand on its successful application for an interim injunction against Elizabeth Properties Limited in relation to the call on a performance bond for a $250m redevelopment project in Tauranga.
- Acted on Court proceeding for Civil Construction in High Court proceedings dealing with novel issues under the NZS3910 standard.
- Advised P2W Services Ltd on the Puhoi to Warkworth Project, one of the seven PPPs that have been carried out in New Zealand to date.
DLA Piper New Zealand
Often handling public sector construction and infrastructure matters, DLA Piper New Zealand is skilled at real estate developments and transactions. Mark Williamson heads the construction space from Auckland, and his recent caseload encompasses sizeable supermarket developments. Justin March spearheads the real estate space and is praised for his ‘extensive experience in commercial property law.’ Heath Brunton specialises in the development and leasing of urban regeneration projects, while Nick Byrnes is knowledgeable of energy projects.
Praxisleiter:
Mark Williamson; Justin March
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Heath Brunton; Nick Byrnes; Emma Moran; Liam Johannesson; Nick Byrnes; Joy Campbell
Referenzen
‘The DLA Piper team is experienced, personable, and provides both well considered and accurate transactional documents.’
‘Justin Marsh is very diligent, legally accurate, and provides advice that consider the commercial realities of the legal issue.’
‘Justin Marsh has extensive experience in commercial property law in the New Zealand market and we benefit significantly from that experience. ’
Kernmandanten
Foodstuffs North Island Limited
Maersk
Auckland Council
Fred Hollows Foundation (NZ)
Savory Construction Limited
Nelson City Council
IAG New Zealand Limited
Mitre 10
Contact Energy
Aquila Capital
OCS Group NZ Limited (1M)
Foodstuffs North Island Limited
Goodman Property Trust
Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Trust
Cornwall Park Trust Board
Maersk
LOGOS New Zealand Development Management Pty Limited
Tātaki Auckland Unlimited
Salesforce
Busy Bees NZ Bidco Limited
Warner Bros Discovery
Simplicity Living
Kärcher
Aquila Capital
Lululemon
CCIS ANL Australia Pty Ltd
IAG
Highlight-Mandate
- Acted for MAERSK on the design and construction of a large coolstore in Hamilton, including the drafting and negotiation of a bespoke design and construction contract.
- Acted for The Fred Hollows Foundation (NZ) on drafting a design and construction contract for the Papua New Guinea Centre of Excellence for Eye Health.
- Acted for Foodstuffs North Island on the development of a large new PAK’nSAVE store in Highland Park.
Hesketh Henry
A key port of call for property stakeholders and specialist subcontractors, Hesketh Henry is geared to handle real estate acquisitions, disposals, and subdivisions. Nick Gillies and Glen Holm-Hansen co-lead the firm’s construction team from Auckland, and Hansen specialises in construction litigation. Other key members of the team include Sarah Holderness, who frequently drafts construction contracts. Robert Berry and Brian Coburn jointly lead the firm’s real estate team, Berry is vastly experienced in ground leases, while Coburn handles property acquisitions.
Praxisleiter:
Nick Gillies; Glen Holm-Hansen; Robert Berry; Brian Coburn
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Sarah Holderness; Barret Blaylock; Richard Chen; James Lewis; Helen Macfarlane; Ariana Stuart
Referenzen
‘They have broad industry experience.’
‘People make the difference – Robert Berry in particular provides sound, solution based advice’
Kernmandanten
BW Group
Kahawai Point Developments Ltd
Octagon Developments Ltd
Octagon (Terrace Management) Ltd
The General Trust Board of the Diocese of Auckland
Airedale Property Trust
New Zealand Methodist Trust Association
Synergy Properties
The Palms Lifestyle Village Ltd
Pinefarm 25 Joint Venture
22 Terrace Investment Ltd
Speldhurst Country Estate Ltd
Richmond Villas Ltd
Highlight-Mandate
- Acting for Kahawai Point Developments Ltd on all legal aspects of a greenfields development of 800+ lots.
- Advised 22 Terrace Investment Limited on the acquisition of 22 The Terrace Wellington, a 12-level commercial office building which is leased to multiple Government and corporate entities.
- Acting for The Palms Lifestyle Village in the ongoing development of a greenfield site and its retirement village operations.
MinterEllisonRuddWatts
Often advising public sector entities on major infrastructure transformations, MinterEllisonRuddWatts is proficient in overseas real estate investment and transactions. Janine Stewart and Mark Crosbie jointly lead the firm’s construction offering from Auckland, Stewart is versed in construction litigation, and Crosbie is knowledgeable of project structuring. Sarah Sinclair and Andrew Monteith are well-regarded in the infrastructure sector, while Stephen Price is experienced in PPPs. David Gilbert leads the real estate team and is skilled at property acquisitions, developments, and leasing, and Holly Hill is informed in commercial leasing.
Praxisleiter:
Janine Stewart; Mark Crosbie; David Gilbert
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Sarah Sinclair; Andrew Monteith; Stephen Price; Holly Hill; Miles Dean; Jennifer Campbell; Katrine Kofoed; Victoria Tatam; Matthew Ferrier
Referenzen
‘Minter Ellison has a very strong construction practice, probably one of the best in the country. They are well resourced and one of the view teams capable of running large complex pieces of high value litigation.’
‘The construction team at Minter Ellison are leaders in their field of practice. I work regularly with the litigation team, including Stephen Price and Matthew Ferrier. I have absolute faith in their robust technical and strategic advice which has led to some excellent results.’
‘I would not hesitate to recommend the Minter Ellison team for any building defects claim, particularly large-scale complex matters.’
Kernmandanten
Aquila Capital Renewables
Auckland Council | Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau
Channel Infrastructure
Cooper and Company
Department of Internal Affairs | Te Tari Taiwhenua
Fulton Hogan
Generus Living Group
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora
Jacobs New Zealand
Kiwi Property Group
Livingstone Building
Mercury Energy
Metlifecare
Ministry for Primary Industries | Manatū Ahu Matua
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment | Hīkina Whakatutuki
Ministry of Justice | Te Tāhū o te Ture
Ministry of Transport | Te Manatū Waka
Pan Pac Forest Products
Rau Paenga | Crown Infrastructure Delivery
Reading Cinemas
Ruakura Port
SMC Construction
Tait International
Unispace
Wellington Gateway Partnership
ANZ Bank New Zealand Limited / Arawata Assets Limited
Argosy Property Limited
Bupa Care Services New Zealand Limited
IKEA New Zealand Limited
Kinetic Tco Pty Limited
Kiwi Property Group
Macquarie Bank Limited
Metlifecare Limited
Milford Asset Management
New Zealand Government
Pan Pac Forest Products Limited
Precinct Properties Holdings Limited
Queenstown Lakes District Council
Synlait Milk Limited
Westpac (NZ) Investments Ltd
Z Energy Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Acting for Te Whatu Ora – Taranaki on the procurement, contracting, and project delivery of the multi-stage redevelopment of Taranaki Base Hospital.
- Acting for Kiwi Property Group on all of its construction projects.
- Representing Auckland Council on a significant part of its defective building litigation.
Russell McVeagh
With in-depth expertise in construction contracts, Russell McVeagh is often engaged in real estate and renewable energy development projects. In Auckland, Anna Crosbie and Michael Taylor co-lead the practice, Crosbie is a key port of call for corporate and infrastructure organisations, and Taylor is an experienced construction litigator. Sarah Blackmore leads the firm’s real estate department and is proficient in property acquisitions, disposals, leasing, and subdivisions, David Butler is knowledgeable of real estate capital markets transactions, and Ed Crook is another key team member.
Praxisleiter:
Anna Crosbie; Michael Taylor; Sarah Blackmore
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ed Crook; Natalie Steur; Doran Wyatt; Rory Pryce; Rachael Chapell; Jeremy Whyte; David Butler
Referenzen
‘Russell McVeagh is always exceptional and their construction team is no exception. They are smart, on the ball, and results-focused.’
‘The Russel McVeagh lawyers are very experienced and knowledgeable of the market and the latest trends.’
‘The Russell McVeagh team are very responsive, highly engaged in our business, and have excellent market knowledge. They provide quality transactional documents, have strong and well considered legal opinions, and have provided us with excellent advice on navigating contractual issues to successful conclusions.’
Kernmandanten
Auckland International Airport
Infratec / WEL Networks
Qualitas
Omni Bridgeway
Argon Construction
Summerset Group
Vector
Wellington Water
Winton Land
Meridian Energy
Goodman Property Trust
Precinct Properties
Woolworths New Zealand
KiwiRail
Summerset Group Holdings
Fonterra Co-operative Group
Precinct Properties NZ
Kiwi Property
Silvanus Vermögensverwaltungsgesellschaf
Oyster Industrial Properties
Spark New Zealand Trading
Genesis Energy
Goodman Property Trust
Mobil Oil New Zealand
SkyCity Entertainment Group
Accident Compensation Corporation
PSPIB/CPPIB Waiheke Inc.
Winton Land
BlackRock, Inc.
Auckland Airport
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised KiwiRail on the proposed redevelopment of Wellington and Waitohi Picton terminals.
- Assisted Summerset Group Holdings on multiple greenfield acquisitions and proposed developments in New Zealand.
- Assisted Fonterra Co-operative Group on its new head office arrangements in Hamilton.
Simpson Grierson
Noted for its expertise in local government law and infrastructure projects, Simpson Grierson is often engaged in construction litigation. Greg Allen heads the firm’s real estate practice from Auckland, and is knowledgeable of land developments, while Nick Wilson is proficient in public body property transactions. Tara Wylie often handles overseas investment matters and Michael Wood handles property asset management. The ‘excellent’ Michael Weatherall leads the firm’s construction team and Jo-Anne Knight specialises in construction disputes.
Praxisleiter:
Michael Weatherall; Greg Allen
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Nick Wilson; Tara Wylie; Michael Wood; Jo-Anne Knight; Will Barnes; Nicola Peak; Edward Warren; Donna Hurley; Shanti Frater; Sonia Vitas; Mark Gillard
Referenzen
‘Simpson Grierson has considerable construction litigation experience. They are a highly regarded full service firm.’
‘The team was very responsive, had excellent service quality for the legal scope, and demonstrated a strong understanding of our business. They used their capabilities to solve our problems precisely and efficiently.’
‘Despite being a team within one of NZ’s major law firms, the real estate team is extremely approachable and down to earth. Their advice and assistance provided is clear and concise, provided promptly, and takes account of the commercial imperatives that our business is subject to.’
Kernmandanten
Auckland Council
Queenstown Lakes District Council
Waka Kotahi Wakatipu Transport Alliance
Watercare Services Limited
Christchurch City Council
Tauranga City Council
Auckland Transport
Watercare Services Limited
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora
Queenstown Lakes District Council
Elecnor New Zealand Limited
Auckland Council
Gisborne District Council
Auckland Transport
Eastern Busway Alliance
Toda Corporation
Dunedin City Council
Fletcher Residential Limited
New Zealand Carbon Farming
Vivid Living Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Watercare Services Limited on the drafting, negotiation, and strategy for the first half of a 10 year proactive Asset Updates and Renewal Programme for its water assets in Auckland.
- Advising Christchurch City Council on its Canterbury Multi-Use Arena Project.
- Representing Auckland Council on a range of defective building claims, primarily in High Court proceedings.
Thompson Blackie Biddles
Commended as ‘real estate specialists’, Thompson Blackie Biddles is well-equipped to handle acquisitions, development projects, and leasing. In Auckland, Greg Thompson and James Blackie are vastly experienced in real estate transactions, and Joe Biddles handles property joint ventures. Sam Greenwood often advises clients on overseas investment.
Praxisleiter:
Greg Thompson; James Blackie; Joe Biddles; Sam Greenwood
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Tom McGarry; Paige Lane
Referenzen
‘They are a firm of real estate specialists and as such, clients obtain the benefit of the highest level of expertise and experience on real estate issues.’
TBB have the unique ability to identify both the best approach from a legal and commercial perspective, putting their clients interest at the forefront.’
‘TBB provides outstanding legal advice in a friendly and timely manner. We respect their thoughts and opinions and at all levels of the firm.’
Kernmandanten
Precinct Properties Holdings Limited
Kiwi Property Group Limited
Stride Property
Investore Property
Goodman Property Trust
Qantas Airways Limited
The Warehouse Limited
Foodstuffs North Island
Todd Property
Robt. Jones Holdings Limited
Oyster Property
KKR
Malaysian Resources Corporation Berhad
Fife Capital
Wilson Parking New Zealand Limited
Lion – Beer Spirits and Wine (NZ) Limited
Trust Investments Management
Hallenstein Bros. Limited
Glassons Limited
McConnell Property
Blackstone/151 Property
Te Arawa Group
Ariadne Marinas Oceania Pty Limited
Orams Group Limited
FortHill Property Limited
Tim Glasson
Krukziener Property
Newcrest Group
Higgins Family Holdings Limited
Spotlight Group
Sealink Travel Group
UPC Group
Milford Asset Management Limited
Hines New Zealand
Intra-Image Guided Healthcare
Dilworth Trust Board
Tramco
Oyster Capital
Wyborn Capital Group
Lenticular Capital Limited
Lenticular Paradise Limited
Les Mills International Limited
Spark New Zealand Trading Limited
Sylvia Park Business Centre Limited
Tattersfield Securities Limited
Walker and Hall
Butterworth Group
Mansons TCLM
Wilshire Property Group
Ngati Whatua Orakei
Ngati Whatua O Kaipara Whenua
Haumoana Hospital LP
Universal Homes
Peakstone / Far East NZ
Oyster Capital
Key Capital
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Kiwi Property on the sale of one of New Zealand’s preeminent office towers.
- Acting for Mansons in relation to the sale of 50 Albert Street, Auckland once constructed to PAG.
- Acted on all aspects of Fife Capital’s acquisition of its New Zealand properties.
Tompkins Wake
A key port of call for developers, investors, and property funds, Tompkins Wake is reputed for its large-scale development capabilities. In Hamilton, Scott Ratuki is often engaged in commercial property transactions, while Campbell Stewart is well-versed in infrastructure projects. Briar Shaw often handles overseas investment, and in Auckland, Jacinda May is another key team member.
Praxisleiter:
Scott Ratuki; Campbell Stewart
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Briar Shaw; Jacinda May
Referenzen
‘Tompkin Wakes’ real estate team are fantastic. Each time we have engaged their team we are consistently impressed with their professionalism, attention to detail, efficiency and client engagement.’
‘Their team has taken the time to know our business, how our company operates, and how we appreciate our transactions to be run. We have now built together a brilliant synergy which is so important for external legal providers and clients to achieve efficient and seamless outcomes.’
‘I have had the pleasure of working with several partners at Tompkins Wake and have found them equally pleasant to work with. They have collectively always delivered sound advice on commercial property matters and have a wide range of experience. ’
Kernmandanten
Waikato Regional Property Theatre Trust
AFI Investments
Foster Construction Group
Rotorua Lakes Council
Hamilton City Council
Waipa District Council
WEL Energy Networks Limited
Waitomo District Council
Obayashi Clean Energy NZ Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Acted for Foster Construction Group on numerous matters relating to the acquisition of properties for development.
- Advised AFI Investments Limited in respect of a major commercial development comprising 5 office towers (23,000sqm of A Grade CBD office space) in downtown Hamilton.
- Acted for Waikato Regional Property Theatre on the initial acquisition of the property the theatre is to be built on.