Chambers Review
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Environment & Resource Management - New Zealand
What the Team is Known For
DLA Piper New Zealand has a talented legal team that acts on a variety of resource management, planning and environmental matters. It has a substantial client base of public entities which it advises on local and national planning matters, including Auckland Council and Greater Wellington Regional Council. The law firm is able to act on consenting strategy and associated litigation as well as regulatory compliance mandates, including enforcement and prosecutions.
Strengths
The firm's in-depth knowledge of local government and its network of local government clients is its key strength.
DLA Piper New Zealand have highly professional staff who respond in a timely manner and are a pleasure to work with.
Work Highlights
DLA Piper New Zealand represented Auckland Council on judicial review proceedings challenging Waste Management NZ application to construct and operate a 60-hectare regional landfill facility.
Notable practitioners
Stephen Quinn is based in the Wellington office, where he advises public sector clients on a wide range of environment and planning approvals, and is particularly renowned for his resource management expertise.
Stephen provides a strong client service, with timely advice and responses.
Kerry Anderson has a wide-ranging practice advising government departments and local councils on resource consents, designations and contentious issues.
Kerry constantly provides sound and reliable advice. She is always a pleasure to work with.
Kerry is an excellent source of both Local Government Act and Resource Management Act advice.