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Bell Gully

Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT)

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : New Zealand

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​Our team also provides advice on day-to-day technology matters for clients, in both the private and public sectors.

The national ICT team is led by Dean Oppenhuis and has been recognised by Chambers Asia Pacific as a top tier leading practice. This reflects that we work with clients on issues at the forefront of industry development and innovation. We have a reputation for combining a commercial approach with extensive industry know-how to secure excellent outcomes for clients.

The team's experience and expertise diverse across the ICT spectrum and includes advising on technology infrastructure, systems integration, software licensing, telecommunications network outsourcing, wholesale telecommunications services, technology transfers, software development, telecommunications regulatory matters and cyber security.

Bell Gully supports many start-up technology clients and we have been recognised for our strategic expertise in this area. We have in place specific initiatives to help support new technology businesses as a key area of growth for the country in the years ahead. We work to help clients translate innovation into successful business ventures.

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Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) - New Zealand

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Bell Gully is well-regarded for its highly experienced practice, advising major TMT companies in relation to capital raisings and other corporate matters. The firm is also noted for its ability to advise international clients preparing to enter into the New Zealand market, particularly on technology and payment issues, as well as regulatory compliance. It has a strong track record of advising government departments on technology projects, including advice on procurement and contractual arrangements. Additionally, Bell Gully handles contentious media cases involving broadcasting rights and defamation, and offers notable expertise regarding new technologies in the areas of cybersecurity, blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies.

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Work Highlights

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  • Bell Gully advised New Zealand Customs Service and Ministry for Primary Industries in relation to the procurement of a replacement passport e-gates system and new exit marshal system.

Strengths

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  • Bell Gully have a deep understanding of our business, priorities and the intended outcomes.

    Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) respondentAsia-Pacific

  • They have a thorough understanding of our business and are very commercially savvy.

    Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Dean Oppenhuis
    Dean Oppenhuis

    Dean Oppenhuis

    Dean Oppenhuis acts prominently on technology procurement and implementation matters, offering particularly extensive experience acting for technology companies on major transactions and for government departments on the development and management of their technological infrastructure.

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  • Laura Littlewood
    Laura Littlewood

    Laura Littlewood

    Laura Littlewood frequently acts on technology services procurement and contract work for both public and private sector clients. Littlewood also advises businesses on their expansion into the New Zealand market.

    • Laura provides excellent support for our business. She brings huge experience to the table, is commercially minded and can explain complex legal risk well to non-legal people.

      Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) respondentAsia-Pacific
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