Employment - New Zealand
What the team is known for
LangtonHudsonButcher is a specialist employment boutique recommended for its adept handling of complex contentious matters, including payment disputes, determination of employee status and industrial relations. The practice garners significant recognition for advising employers on restructuring matters, and is also commended for its counsel on fiduciary duties, economic tort claims and harassment. The firm's notable clients include Anchorage Capital Partners, Mutual Construction and Allegro Funds.
Strengths
"LangtonHudsonButcher's advice is always well balanced between actions that we can take and possible risks. They are always knowledgeable about current relevant case law."
"The LangtonHudsonButcher team has always provided good commercial insights and advice."
Work highlights
LangtonHudsonButcher advised Green Cross Health on the employment aspects of its agreement to sell its community health division.
Notable practitioners
Stephen Langton has a strong reputation for expertise covering a broad range of contentious employment and industrial relations matters. "Stephen is the best in the business." "Stephen is an absolute leader in this field."
Ronelle Tomkinson is an experienced adviser on a range of employment law issues, and is particularly noted for advising on the employment law aspects of high-value corporate transactions. "Ronelle is phenomenal. From the day we entered business in New Zealand through acquisition, she has helped us navigate all of the potential pitfalls and delicate issues related to employment law." "Ronelle is extremely professional and has extensive breadth of knowledge and ability to offer advice on complex issues whilst aligning with legislative boundaries."
