Chambers Review
Buddle Findlay is highly regarded for its expertise in health and safety matters, including regulatory compliance and defence against WorkSafe prosecutions. The practice's other areas of strength include workplace investigations and disciplinary processes, as well as mediations between union members and employers. Additionally, the firm assists on all the employment aspects of large M&A deals. Some of its notable clients include the New Zealand Customs Service, the Ministry of Social Development and Boeing.
Work Highlights
- Buddle Findlay represented the Customs Service before the Employment Relations Authority in respect of an unvaccinated border service employee, who claimed they had been unjustifiably dismissed.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team at Buddle Findlay has a deep understanding of the law and the implications it has in practice for organisations, especially the risks entailed by various courses of action."
"They are always responsive and will go above and beyond. The team has the ability to cover all aspects of employment law, from relatively easy questions to arguing before the Employment Court."
"The team at Buddle Findlay has a deep understanding of the law and the implications it has in practice for organisations, especially the risks entailed by various courses of action."
"They are always responsive and will go above and beyond. The team has the ability to cover all aspects of employment law, from relatively easy questions to arguing before the Employment Court."
Notable Practitioners
Peter Chemis has a strong reputation for advising prominent governmental clients on litigious matters, including health and safety prosecutions.
"Peter is an outstanding lawyer who translates complex legal situations into workable and practical solutions. He also has a very good eye for risk and how that might impact certain situations."
Hamish Kynaston is well regarded in the market for his contentious employment practice. He often acts for public sector clients in the health and education sectors on complex issues, including harassment, redundancy and equal pay.
Sherridan Cook acts for a number of large corporate and public clients on the full range of employment issues, including employment advice regarding corporate restructures, redundancy, post-employment obligations and collective bargaining.
Mere King advises on a broad range of employment issues including transactions, redundancy and disciplinary matters. She is particularly noted for her increasing track record in disputes.
"Mere is technically expert, responsive and understands our business. She is a strong strategic thinker and adds real value to our business."
Susan Rowe is based in Christchurch where she leads the employment and health and safety practice. She is recognised for her experience in litigation, industrial relations, insurance and health and safety.
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