Department profile
Tompkins Wake

Real Estate

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : New Zealand


Tompkins Wake

Rankings

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Real Estate - New Zealand

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Tompkins Wake is known for its strong offering in the real estate sector, with expertise covering a range of complex transactions in the construction, commercial property and forestry spaces. The team advises clients that include developers as well as private and institutional financiers on acquisitions, leasing, sales and change of ownership issues. The practice also boasts considerable experience in acting on matters in the construction and infrastructure spheres.

Work Highlights

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  • Tompkins Wake assisted the Waikato Regional Theatre with the initial acquisition of the land for the theatre, the collapsing of the unit title structure and advice on future property structures.

Strengths

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  • Tompkins Wake are willing to offer solutions, not just point out issues.

    Real Estate respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Tompkins Wake are always responsive to their clients' needs, and deliver work in a timely manner.

    Real Estate respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Scott Ratuki
    Band 4Scott Ratuki

    Scott Ratuki

    Scott Ratuki is a commercial lawyer with particular expertise in property construction and development.
    • Scott is an expert operator and strong leader within Tomkins Wake. He has excellent commercial awareness, vision and customer service, and he is a pleasure to deal with.

      Real Estate respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Scott Ratuki's a strong commercial leader with a wide range of experience.

      Real Estate respondentAsia-Pacific

Ranked Individuals at Tompkins Wake (1)

New Zealand

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