Chambers Review
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Corporate/Commercial - New Zealand
What the Team is Known For
Dentons is a full-service firm with significant expertise in advising international clients - notably including Chinese and other Asian businesses - on their investments in New Zealand. The corporate/commercial team advises on M&A, corporate restructuring, joint ventures and equity transactions. Its team represents clients in a variety of areas including infrastructure, transportation, manufacturing and finance. The firm is noted for advising Māori businesses with regard to the full range of issues impacting the development of their operations, as well as fielding a full suite of strategic corporate governance advice.
Strengths
The Dentons team takes a personal relationship-building approach to matters, with a pragmatic and commercial application of the law.
Their thorough approach, attention to detail and strategic guidance throughout the transaction demonstrated a high level of expertise and competence in managing intricate legal matters effectively.
Work Highlights
Dentons New Zealand advised Legatus Group on the sale of Solnet Solutions - the primary operating company in the Solnet group - to Accenture NZ.
Notable practitioners
Chris Parke takes a highly personal approach and takes the time to understand the business.
Chris Parke is a smart lawyer who can spot legal issues and work on complex matters. He displays great client service and is very responsive.