Dispute Resolution

Bell Gully's committed team advises on high-profile and complex cases in New Zealand and is a distinguished leader in defence of class action proceedings. The firm works with a prestigious clientele, including financial institutions and government bodies as well as corporations. Other areas of impressive capability include contentious insolvency proceedings, defective product claims, tax disputes and regulatory investigations and litigation. Bell Gully offers further proficiency in such ADR proceedings as arbitration and expert determinations.

"Bell Gully has a wide breadth of skills and specialties and knows our business."

"Bell Gully provides excellent technical, legal and strategic advice."

Bell Gully defended ANZ Bank New Zealand in a class action in relation to alleged breaches of disclosure requirements under the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act 2003.

Sophie East is based in the firm's Auckland office and offers a wide-ranging commercial disputes capability. Her areas of particular expertise include class actions, banking and finance disputes and arbitration.

Jesse Wilson acts prominently on corporate and construction disputes and is also an experienced handler of product liability and securities-related issues. "Jesse is very diligent and commercial. He was able to present the options to us in a framework that was commercial rather than highly legalistic."

Tim Fitzgerald has a wide-ranging commercial litigation practice out of Auckland. He specialises in class actions, investment reviews and compensation claims. "Tim is a thoughtful litigator, who understands the brief. He works very well with senior counsel on submissions and hearing preparation."

Alix Boberg is regularly sought to act for clients in class action and regulatory disputes and investigations with a particular expertise in financial markets, securities law and corporate crime. "Alix is an extremely smart, responsive and diligent lawyer. She is highly recommended as you know you are in good hands."