Chambers Review
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Corporate/Commercial - New Zealand
What the Team is Known For
Russell McVeagh is a full-service firm with a commercial practice which advises an impressive cross-section of domestic and international clients. It offers a broad capability with notable expertise on high-value corporate acquisitions, joint ventures and ECM transactions. Its commercial team handles deals in a wide range of sectors, including energy, finance, insurance, healthcare and real estate. The firm is also able to assist clients with corporate restructuring procedures.
Strengths
The team are extremely responsive and provide an impeccable level of service. They go above and beyond to meet client deadlines and ensure a good result for their clients.
Russell McVeagh has significant breadth and depth of experience across its team. The team is always able to call on subject matter experts when required, as part of a very collaborative approach.
Work Highlights
Russell McVeagh acted as lead legal advisers to QIC Private Capital on its acquisition of 50% of Vector's New Zealand and Australian metering business.
Notable practitioners
He is a trusted adviser of many of New Zealand's largest corporate clients.
Ian Beaumont is a highly experienced corporate lawyer with a relentless focus on client service and delivering outcomes for clients.
He is technically excellent but also has sound judgement. He makes himself available 24/7.
Ben is a very commercial and knowledgeable lawyer. He has strong experience and adds significant value in specialist areas such as in relation to the Overseas Investment Act.
David Raudviki is active in advising on corporate matters for clients, such as capital raisings and acquisitions.
David Raudkivi provides an excellent level of service, always responding promptly and ensuring we are kept abreast of changes in the law that may affect our business.
I cannot say enough good things about David. He is a consummate professional and exceptional to work with.