About
Provided by MinterEllisonRuddWatts
Our Public Law and Regulation team helps public and private sector clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes with confidence. We combine deep legal expertise with firsthand government experience to deliver strategic, commercially focused advice across policy, compliance, investigations, and litigation. Trusted by agencies and Crown entities, we support major reforms, system design, and sector-wide investigations. Clients value our ability to connect public and private interests, manage risk, and deliver practical solutions that align with broader strategic goals.
Recent work highlights
- Crown Entity | Advised on responding to the NZ Royal Commission Covid-19 Lessons Learned inquiry, navigating expanded Terms of Reference, legal privilege, and a sizable Production Order.
- Government Department | Updated two key pieces of secondary legislation to reflect legal changes, court decisions, and Treaty obligations. Led a team to incorporate public feedback and evolving policy.
- State-Owned Enterprise | Provided legal and strategic advice following a major incident, managing political, legal, and regulatory risks.
- MBIE/Kānoa | Advised on structuring the $1.2B flood resilience Infrastructure Fund and enabling delivery of 42 regional projects nationwide.
