Chambers Review
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Public Law - New Zealand
What the Team is Known For
Chapman Tripp is recognised in regulatory and government practice. The firm assists private sector entities in their interactions with government departments, and has additional experience in advising clients on public policy. The practice also handles a wide range of administrative law issues, including judicial review and statutory appeals. The firm is a trusted adviser in major commercial, procurement, ICT and construction projects for public sector organisations and public bodies.
Strengths
The firm have deep expertise in a wide range of areas, and a deep understanding of us as a client and the environment we operate in. They have a strong customer service and solutions-focused approach.
Chapman Tripp are very client-oriented and responsive. They adapt their focus to the needs of the client, and are approachable and relatable.
Work Highlights
Chapman Tripp advised the Ministry of Education on the establishment of a new charter school model in New Zealand.
Notable practitioners
Matt Yarnell is recognised for advising on central and local government initiatives, governance and public funding frameworks. Heading the firm's government sector group, Matt regularly acts for government agencies and Crown entities.
Matt Yarnell understands our business; he knows what we are trying to do and offers us options that often we have not considered. He is focused on results and just getting things done.
Matt is a very good communicator and collaborator. He is technically very strong, with a real willingness to adapt to customer requirements and a strong understanding of different parties' interests.