Chambers Review
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Energy & Natural Resources - New Zealand
What the Team is Known For
Anderson Lloyd is noted for its strong handling of renewable energy and infrastructure projects. The team is adept at advising on a host of matters including consenting, project development and transactions. The law firm boasts a strong presence across the country, with offices in Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin and Queenstown, offering clients a seamless, integrated service.
Strengths
The team have a really favourable service. I always felt prioritised as a client and they managed expectations. They would go the extra effort when it was required.
Work Highlights
Anderson Lloyd advised Mercury NZ on the development of the Kaiwaikawe Wind Farm, valued at NZD287 million.
Notable practitioners
Jo Appleyard is a partner in the Christchurch office, where she is renowned for her litigation skills, particularly in the area of climate change. She shows particularly high capability in the handling of consent applications for key infrastructure projects.
Jo's legal expertise and knowledge are first-class. Her courtroom manner and processes are exceptional and sophisticated. Throughout the process, we were well-briefed, advised and engaged.
She is an exceptional lawyer.
Anton Trixl is based at the firm's Auckland office and is respected for his track record advising energy companies on the development of large renewable and hydrogen projects.
Anton's experience in the renewables sector was very valuable for the project. He is a very skilled negotiator and has provided helpful commercial insights on our progress.