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Real Estate - New Zealand

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Simpson Grierson offers expertise across a range of real estate matters, complemented by leading construction and environment practices. The firm is especially noted for advising many of New Zealand's prominent local authorities and public bodies in the property and infrastructure spaces, as well as acting for buyers, sellers and developers of commercial property. The team conducts advisory work on land acquisitions and securing Overseas Investment Office consents for international clients, and is also often engaged to instruct on urban development projects.

Work Highlights

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  • Simpson Grierson acted for Auckland Council and Gisborne District Council in relation to their voluntary buyout scheme following the 2023 Cyclone and floods, a natural disaster that significantly impacted Auckland and Gisborne.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Gregory Allen
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Band 3

Gregory Allen regularly acts on large infrastructure projects, especially those pertaining to forestry, farm and land acquisitions. He also boasts experience handling overseas investment matters.

Gregory Allen is a very experienced and highly responsive lawyer.

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Michael Wood
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Band 3

Michael Wood is widely respected for his work on behalf of government clients, for whom he frequently acts in relation to developments, urban renewal and infrastructure projects.

Michael Wood's knowledge of statutory legislation and processes is excellent.

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Tara Wylie
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Band 4

Tara Wylie is well respected for her expertise in overseas investments and commercial property. She is frequently engaged by clients for property development, sale and purchase and commercial leasing agreements.

Tara is excellent to work with and always delivers a high level of service.

Tara Wylie is very detail-oriented and responsive.

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Gregory Allen
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Michael Wood
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Tara Wylie
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