Employment - New Zealand
What the team is known for
Hesketh Henry is valued for its capability in the fields of restructuring, employee agreements and compliance matters for large national unions and businesses. The practice frequently assists clients with employee relations and health and safety matters. The team focuses on the early resolution of disputes, assisting with performance and disciplinary matters, as well as in contentious matters before the Employment Relations Authority and courts. The firm's notable clients include Baker Tilly Stables Rodway, Restaurant Association of New Zealand and Behemoth Brewing Company.
Strengths
"The employment law team from Hesketh Henry have a very good understanding of our business and how we operate and are always a pleasure to deal with."
"The team are able to combine the specific requirements of our company with the actual law and provide workable solutions, along with risk management for those solutions when needed."
Work highlights
Hesketh Henry worked with Baker Tilly to provide advice regarding all aspects of employment law, and matters relating to health and safety at work.
Notable practitioners
Jim Roberts is co-head of the practice and has extensive experience across the full range of employment law, being particularly noted for his expertise in collective bargaining and compliance with the Holidays Act. "Jim can be relied on for high-level technical advice and for providing expert guidance on issues. He is very accomplished and engenders a high level of trust." "Jim always takes the time to explain the advice he is giving and provides context and logic, which is very helpful with some complex employment law or cases."
Alison Maelzer advises a number of large companies on a wide array of issues, including compliance, collective bargaining, disciplinary processes and health and safety. "Alison is very astute and thinks through issues thoroughly. She provides practical solutions to complex issues." "Alison is great to work with, has a real understanding of our business and culture and therefore gives advice in line with that, which is important."
Jodi Sharman assists on a wide range of employment matters and is particularly noted for her litigation experience. "I love working with Jodi. She is a driver and provides outstanding service to us as her client. She is a talented lawyer and the advice she provides is practical." "Jodi works with a vibrant and personal approach to her clients."
