Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : New Zealand
Ranked Individuals
Provided by Simpson Grierson
Our specialist lawyers advise across all stages of a construction project and have in-depth experience gained from many decades advising on major construction projects, across multiple sectors, in New Zealand. We also advise on significant international projects.
Our expertise includes advising on innovative methods of procurement and contract structuring, partnering, alliancing, and other collaborative working initiatives. A key speciality is advising on public private partnerships (PPPs).
Our work extends to all aspects of alternative dispute resolution, including mediation, adjudication under the Construction Contracts Act, expert determination and dispute review boards. This complements our extensive experience in traditional forums, such as arbitration and litigation.
Our experience covers both vertical and horizontal projects in all industry sectors, including telecommunications, roading and transport, water and waste water, solid waste, energy, tunnelling, and commercial buildings.
Provided by Chambers
Simpson Grierson is renowned for assisting public sector stakeholders on procurement and contracting issues for major projects. The team also acts regularly as an advisor to local government entities on essential public infrastructure projects. In addition, the firm maintains a comprehensive specialist dispute resolution practice with a leading reputation for representing consultants, contractors and subcontractors.
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Simpson Grierson assisted Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency with the implementation of a new integrated model to deliver state highway maintenance and operations throughout New Zealand.
Provided by Chambers
We have always been very pleased with the knowledge of Simpson Grierson's team and its ability to handle complex matters.
The quality of advice we have received has been excellent. The lawyers will respond quickly to any questions we have and are always available for a quick chat.
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Michael Weatherall is an incredibly knowledgeable subject matter expert.
Shanti is a very good and very diligent manager of the process, who is good at guiding us through and is very careful and diplomatic.
Shanti is timely with advice and offers smart insights into our approach.
Head of Construction
Construction
Provided by Simpson Grierson
Jo-Anne Knight
Shanti Frater
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