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Simpson Grierson

Dispute Resolution

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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.

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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.

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Work Highlights

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  • Simpson Grierson defended Auckland Council, in a judicial review proceeding challenging its decision to sell a valuable property in downtown Auckland to Precinct Properties. The claimant was Save the Queen Street Society, a society spearheaded by property developer Andrew Krukziener, against both the council and Precinct Properties.

Strengths

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  • Simpson Grierson have a large team and can call on subject matter experts to deal with a wide range of sophisticated issues.

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  • The team at Simpson Grierson was very adept at listening and helping us work though the issues to achieve an arrangement that was acceptable to all.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Richard Lange
    Richard Lange

    Richard Lange

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

    • Richard Lange has great reputation.

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  • Jania Baigent
    Jania Baigent

    Jania Baigent

    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 switched on, commercial and hard working. She is great in a dispute setting and will really advocate for her client to get the best possible outcome.

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    • She is extremely responsive to our needs and brings a level of compassion and understanding to her representation.

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