Banking & Finance - New Zealand
What the team is known for
Simpson Grierson offers a broad banking and finance practice with particular expertise in property financing for funds and developers, as well as asset, leveraged and acquisition financing. The law firm offers notable capability in debt restructuring, and experienced in acting for government entities. Clients include Asia-based banks, including large Chinese lenders, as well as institutional New Zealand banks, with the firm counting ASB Bank, MUFG Bank and the Treasury as key clients.
Strengths
"''Within the property finance space, Simpson Grierson is our go-to firm for bank legal work.''"
"''Simpson Grierson are really good to work with. They make you feel like you are their only client, even when they are clearly busy.''"
Work highlights
Simpson Grierson acted for Calder Stewart in the establishment of a new club facility, common terms deed, and shared security package for the purpose of funding its general operations.
Notable practitioners
Andrew Harkness frequently acts for lenders on substantial acquisition finance matters. He also possesses notable experience in debt capital market transactions. "Andrew Harkness's knowledge and approach were excellent. He was very good at identifying areas of risk and finding a solution to mitigate those risks." "Andrew is an excellent adviser."
Josh Cairns has a versatile practice acting for government bodies on innovative financing matters. He also counsels banking and non-banking clients on high-value debt restructurings. "''Josh's knowledge of the relevant statutes is excellent, and the commercial application of his knowledge is excellent.''"
Stuart Evans regularly assists banks with significant acquisition and property finance matters. "Stuart has a strong work ethic and keeps abreast of current topics and trends both nationally and internationally."
Dominic Toomey is recognised for a developing practice advising both borrowers and lenders on matters including acquisition finance, syndicated lending and project finance. "Dominic has this knack of striking the right balance of commercial awareness, pragmatism and appropriately de-risking transactions." "Dom is an excellent banking lawyer in all respects. I would have no hesitation in recommending him."
