Tax - New Zealand
Band 2
What the Team is Known For
Mayne Wetherell has a well-regarded tax practice that frequently acts for major corporations and financial services clients. The team provides advice in relation to the taxation elements of corporate and debt-related transactions, as well as acting for clients in tax litigation.
Strengths
Mayne Wetherall delivers technically accurate advice within tight deadlines, particularly for highly specialised and complex transactions.
The firms' strengths are that they are very sound technically, very responsive and have experience advising on transactions.
Trusted advisers on complex matters, and timely and thorough responses are consistently provided with insights on the commercial impact of taxes.
Work Highlights
Mayne Wetherell advised Spark, telecommunications company, on tax aspects of the sale of its remaining stake in Connexa, a mobile tower infrastructure company, to global investment group CDPQ.
Notable practitioners
Brendan Brown is highly regarded in the market and often acts for clients on the tax aspects of corporate transactions and restructurings.
Brendan Brown is an excellent adviser.
Brendan provides impeccable client service, attention to detail and strong commercial awareness of client requirements, including in highly complex and specialised areas.
Chris Harker acts for a string of notable corporate clients, advising on tax matters in connection with significant transactions.
Chris's strengths include his responsiveness, very strong technical tax knowledge and his approachable manner.
Chris is a recognised expert in securitisation in New Zealand.
