Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) - New Zealand
What the Team is Known For
Chapman Tripp has a highly respected practice that operates across the TMT landscape and is particularly well versed in issues pertaining to ICT projects, including telecommunications regulatory advice and network infrastructure agreements. The team has considerable experience advising large corporations and government departments on technology procurements and contractual arrangements. Chapman Tripp acts for many leading media and technology companies in both the New Zealand and Australian markets. The firm handles complex matters ranging from licensing agreements to workflow automation, and also engages in copyright litigation.
Strengths
"Chapman Tripp are very pragmatic, commercial and solutions-focused. They are very easy to work with."
"The team's experience and size helps them to deliver."
Work Highlights
Chapman Tripp advised Connexa, a mobile tower infrastructure operator, on the acquisition of 2degrees' passive mobile network tower assets for NZD1 billion.
Notable Practitioners
Tim Sherman co-heads the practice and is noted for his practice area expertise, which extends across a broad range of issues, including ICT projects, procurements and acquisitions. "Tim is commercially pragmatic, very easy to deal with and solutions-focused. He demonstrates deep expertise in the technology sector." "Tim is extremely professional, thoughtful and clear-thinking."
