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Russell McVeagh

Construction

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : New Zealand


Russell McVeagh

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About

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Our Construction practice has a well-established reputation in vertical construction, concentrated around institutional real estate clients and major infrastructure assets. We help clients with projects from start to finish, whether they are looking to raise finance for a property acquisition, or are involved in the construction of a major infrastructure project – we have the right expertise for all property and construction related matters.

We act for large developers and contractors, as well as being appointed by receivers and liquidators to provide advice arising from high-profile construction sector insolvencies. Providing strategic and legal advice, we act on the disputes arising, whether in arbitration, adjudication or other dispute resolution processes under the contract.

Our team offers in-depth knowledge of national and international standard contractual forms, quality advice on relevant legislation such as the Construction Contracts Act, experience of current market practice, and comprehensive construction and projects dispute management. 

Our team is best known for:

·         providing strategic advice;

·         our in-depth knowledge of the market, standard industry documentation, relevant legislation;

·         delivering results which achieve our clients' commercial objectives;

·         acting in complex, commercially sensitive and high-value disputes;

·         acting in several high-profile insolvencies in the construction industry.

Clients (4)

  • Auckland International Airport
  • Kiwi Property Group
  • Logos Property Group
  • Oyster Property Group

Chambers Review

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Construction - New Zealand

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Russell McVeagh is a well-resourced group with an impressive roster of clients that includes major property developers, public companies and energy companies. The firm regularly handles the contracting aspects of transport, social and utilities infrastructure, as well as commercial developments, offering noted expertise on vertical construction issues. The practice has recognised capability in disputes concerning procurement and contracts.

Work Highlights

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  • Russell McVeagh assisted Meridian Energy with its development of the Ruakākā Solar Farm in Northland.

Strengths

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  • The team always adopts a pragmatic approach and shows sound commercial awareness and knowledge of market practices.

    Construction respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Russell McVeagh has the internal experience and knowledge to offer the best advice on specific matters, tailoring it to suit the current environment and context.

    Construction respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Michael Taylor
    Band 2Michael Taylor

    Michael Taylor

    Michael Taylor is a commercial litigation lawyer with particular experience in the infrastructure and construction spheres.

    • He's very calm and very knowledgeable. He is my go-to on construction work in Auckland.

      Construction respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Michael is a very experienced, astute and savvy lawyer.

      Construction respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Band 3Ed Crook
    Band 3Ed Crook

    Ed Crook

    Ed Crook is a highly experienced construction partner based in Auckland. He has a strong background in commercial property development, regularly advising infrastructure owners on transactional and front-end construction matters.

    • Ed Crook has a real ability to listen to all parties but bring everyone back to the central issues and is also a tough negotiator when he needs to be.

      Construction respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Ed provides an exceptional service and is always available for the client.

      Construction respondentAsia-Pacific

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