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Employment - New Zealand
What the Team is Known For
Kiely Thompson Caisley is a boutique firm with specialists in employment litigation, particularly regarding unfair dismissal issues. The team boasts wide-ranging experience in the High Court, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court, and is regularly instructed by employers in collective bargaining and strike action matters. The firm represents global corporations and major domestic businesses, advising them on health and safety and employment-related immigration issues.
Strengths
Kiely Thompson Caisley have guided us through some difficult and challenging HR issues.
Kiely Thompson Caisley stand out for their depth of expertise, pragmatic advice and exceptional client service.
Work Highlights
Kiely Thompson Caisley represented Business NZ as an intervenor in an appeal concerning the employment status of four Uber drivers.
Notable practitioners
Peter Kiely has extensive experience in advising on high-profile employment disputes.
Peter is highly regarded in New Zealand, and we would simply not go anywhere else.
Peter Kiely is always the first person I go to with any employment matters.
Andrew Caisley is respected in the market for his handling of industrial relations matters, particularly collective bargaining, for a number of major employers.
Andrew Caisley is an outstanding lawyer, and his brilliance truly shines in both the courtroom and in strategic advisory roles. He has a commanding presence in litigation.
David France balances commerciality with sound technical knowledge.
David France is an exceptional lawyer who combines sharp legal insight with a practical and approachable style that makes him an absolute standout.
Scott Worthy is particularly focused on employment litigation, advising clients from a range of industries, most notably airlines, on contentious employment issues.
Scott Worthy is great. He is very knowledgeable and provides a practical outlook.
Scott Worthy’s expertise shines particularly in appellate work. His clarity of thought, persuasive reasoning and mastery of legal principles make him a natural fit for the Court of Appeal.
Simon Lapthorne is recognised for his expertise in both contentious and non-contentious matters, including industrial relations, dispute resolution, disciplinary investigations, and health and safety prosecutions.
Simon Lapthorne is a very talented and experienced employment lawyer.