Simpson Grierson, Dispute Resolution | Chambers Asia-Pacific Profile

About

Provided by Simpson Grierson

Simpson Grierson has one of New Zealand's leading litigation and dispute resolution practices.

Our specialists provide strategic advice on risk, and advocate for clients when disputes arise. They deliver successful outcomes in a cost-effective and timely manner, whether through litigation or alternative dispute resolution. They have appeared at all levels of New Zealand’s judicial system, and regularly act in other forums, such as Royal Commissions, specialist tribunals, and arbitration.

Simpson Grierson is particularly recognised for its expertise in complex, large-scale disputes, supported by a specialist litigation project management team. We work across a wide range of areas and sectors. In doing so, we focus on understanding our clients’ businesses and providing pragmatic advice that suits their individual needs.

We are also at the forefront of emerging litigation issues, such as the development of a class action regime, and challenges around climate change.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Dispute Resolution - New Zealand

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Simpson Grierson has a comprehensive litigation offering, with a noteworthy capability for acting on cross-border disputes for New Zealand companies and overseas businesses active in New Zealand markets. The firm is active across a range of areas including competition and regulatory, public, insurance, construction and privacy law. Simpson Grierson also provides specialist expertise in ADR processes such as arbitration and mediation, and is a popular choice for government and publicly owned entities.

View ranking table

Work Highlights

Provided by Simpson Grierson

Simpson Grierson acted for the Financial Market Authority on two High Court civil proceedings issued in late 2019 against CBP Corporation and its former directors and chief financial officer.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

The lawyers have attention to detail, thoroughness and attention to cost/time spent on matters.

Dispute Resolution respondent
Asia-Pacific

Simpson Grierson's advice is very trustworthy and easy to rely on. The team is very approachable too.

Dispute Resolution respondent
Asia-Pacific

The lawyers have attention to detail, thoroughness and attention to cost/time spent on matters.

Dispute Resolution respondent
Asia-Pacific

Simpson Grierson's advice is very trustworthy and easy to rely on. The team is very approachable too.

Dispute Resolution respondent
Asia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

Provided by Chambers

Richard Lange

Senior Statespeople

Richard Lange is a highly respected, Auckland-based former practice head. He also advises extensively on banking, insurance, and professional liability and negligence issues.

View Profile

Jania Baigent

Band 3

Jania Baigent is based in Auckland and acts on a wide variety of commercial litigation issues, notably including complex contractual, insurance, defamation and privacy-related matters.

Jania is a tenacious and excellent advocate.

View Profile

Filter by