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
Russell McVeagh has a deep commitment to its clients, combined with expert knowledge, great international connections and a willingness to always go above and beyond.
The firm's top-level technical skills are paired with its excellent commerciality. It is top of the market for handling incredibly complex and high-value matters.
Work Highlights
Russell McVeagh advised Auckland Airport on its equity raise, which included an underwritten placement of NZD1.2 billion and a non-underwritten retail offer to raise NZD200 million, facilitating the construction of a new domestic jet terminal.
Notable practitioners
He is incredibly pragmatic and easy to deal with in complex and time sensitive matters, as well as being extremely knowledgeable and responsive.
Ian Beaumont is an outstanding lawyer. He shows wisdom and care in genuinely wanting to deeply understand our business, particularly our culture and the way it impacts what we do.
He coordinated the team seamlessly and was there across every little detail.
Ben Paterson is a highly commercial corporate lawyer who draws on extensive experience. He is also very responsive and always provides high quality service.
David Raudviki is active in advising on corporate matters for clients, such as capital raisings and acquisitions.
David Raudkivi is an expert in the field with great connections and the ability to seamlessly collaborate across the firm to deliver us great results. We trust him and his advice deeply.
He provides high-quality and commercially-focused advice while being closely involved in key matters.