Chambers Review
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Dispute Resolution: The Bar - New Zealand
What the Team is Known For
Thorndon Chambers is an established Wellington set whose 19 barristers collectively cover a broad spectrum of public, commercial and international issues, appearing not only in proceedings before New Zealand courts and tribunals but also in cross-border arbitrations and in high-profile official inquiries. Interviewees observe that the "chambers has a group of intelligent, experienced, practice area experts," offering in particular "experience in Crown cases and the ability to manage the intersection between public and commercial law." Manager Lynn Jamieson is a key contact.
Notable practitioners
Jack remains a first-choice commercial silk nationally.
Jack Hodder is one of New Zealand's absolute top silks.
Andrew Butler is known as an excellent litigator. He has extensive knowledge and experience which shines through when he is in his element in the courtroom.
Andrew is excellent to work with. He is an expert in equity and trusts and he brings that expertise to the work we do with a good head for strategy.
Robert Kirkness is an excellent lawyer all round. He is calm and clear with clients and a confident and eloquent advocate.
Robert Kirkness' written and oral advocacy is a dream to read and listen to.
Daniel Kalderimis KC brings to the table extensive superior court litigation experience, much of it acquired while serving as a senior partner at a leading New Zealand law firm. He is also noted for combining a broad commercial capability with focused strengths in such areas as climate change, insolvency and sports law, and with a particular expertise in international arbitration.
Daniel Kalderimis stands out with the precision he brings to matters and the speed he can process issues with lots of complex facts.
Daniel Kalderimis is very strong in international arbitration and general commercial litigation.
Rachel Pinny is an experienced commercial litigator with over 20 years' experience. She is particularly noted for her expertise in finance litigation and insolvency, taking notable insolvency matters in the market.
Rachel Pinny was tremendous. Her input was massively valuable and her quality of work is great as well.
Sebastian Bisley is an experienced litigator with over 20 years' experience. He is particularly noted for his expertise in insolvency and his commercial and pragmatic advice.
Sebastian Bisley is an excellent strategic thinker and excellent communicator. He is a pleasure to deal with and an asset to the commercial Bar.
Sebastian is great on his feet and his submissions are quite elegant.
Victoria Heine is a well-recognised trade practices advocate.