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Environment & Resource Management - New Zealand
What the Team is Known For
Russell McVeagh's commercial and collaborative resource management team specialises in resource consents, environmental law reform and energy projects. It is a multidisciplinary practice with corporate capability, addressing a range of issues throughout the energy sector, as well as being widely acknowledged in infrastructure and land development matters. The law firm is able to represent clients in local and district council hearings and Environment Court appeals.
Strengths
Russell McVeagh proved themselves to be very capable in their respective disciplines and strong subject matter experts.
When we needed to use property or commercial experts, Russell McVeagh had the internal expertise to quickly and efficiently find the answers that were needed.
Work Highlights
Russell McVeagh advised Nelson Airport on its development plans, including assisting with obtaining the relevant environmental approvals to expand its current operational runway to the north.
Notable practitioners
Allison Arthur-Young garners praise for her expertise in resource management and planning matters for large infrastructure and residential projects. She is based in the Auckland office and is former board chair of Russell McVeagh.
Allison is an outstanding lawyer. She is highly skilled but very responsive and results-focused.
Allison Arthur-Young is a superb lawyer who combines a high level of legal awareness with a determination to get the best results for the client.
Mei Fern Johnson is well regarded for her handling of large transactions, restructures and joint ventures, as well as procurements and contractual issues within the energy sector.
Mei Fern Johnson is incredibly professional and responsive. She is very solution-focused and enabling.
Daniel Minhinnick advises on resource consents and environmental litigation for a wide range of developments and projects.
Daniel is a pleasure to work with. He provides competent and sound advice, and he is always responsive and happy to have a quick phone call, which I appreciate.
Daniel has great industry and technical knowledge. He is highly strategic and a great advocate to have on the team.