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Environment & Resource Management

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Environment & Resource Management - New Zealand

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Wynn Williams has a notable presence in Christchurch and Auckland, where the legal team regularly acts for regional and district councils. The law firm is well known for its work in the water sector, with considerable expertise advising on freshwater management and land plan issues. It also assists with development projects and advises on resource consents, appeals and enforcement actions. The team is adept at handling matters in relation to the Resource Management Act 1991 and earthquake recovery legislation.

Work Highlights

  • Wynn Williams Lawyers represented Canterbury Regional Council on judicial review proceedings regarding rule 5.63 of the Canterbury Land and Water Regional Plan.

Strengths

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Wynn Williams always provides clear, pragmatic and timely advice, consistently highlighting potential issues we may not have considered and working collaboratively to find practical solutions.

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What sets Wynn Williams apart is their focus on resolving issues efficiently and constructively. Their advice is always well considered, strategic and designed to achieve the best result for us.

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Notable Practitioners

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Lucy de Latour
3
Lucy de Latour
3
Band 3

Lucy de Latour is a partner in Wynn Williams' Christchurch office and particularly well reputed for her handling of such contentious issues as planning appeals, resource consent appeals and compulsory acquisitions.

Lucy is exceptional. She combines sharp legal expertise with a thoughtful, collaborative approach that makes even the most complex issues feel manageable.

Lucy has an expectational technical understanding and is a great communicator. She always makes time to catch up and discuss her thoughts on matters.

Lucy is fabulous to work with. She is very professional, trustworthy and pragmatic.

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Mike Doesburg
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Mike Doesburg
3
Band 3

Mike Doesburg is a highly regarded lawyer in the resource management space. His expertise covers advising on consent applications and environmental judicial appeals.

Mike is a smart and strategic thinker with an excellent knowledge of the law.

Mike is legally and commercially very smart. He is highly organised and has a strong network.

Mike consistently provides a high-quality service. His consistently good communication, willingness to go the extra mile and friendly approach are appreciated.

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Philip Maw
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Philip Maw
3
Band 3

Philip Maw often advises local councils and other governmental clients on consents, appeals and regional plan changes, offering particular expertise on freshwater management issues.

Philip is simply outstanding. He brings a rare balance of legal precision and practical problem-solving, always focused on outcomes that work in the real world.

Philip offers great practical advice. He understands highly complex issues and presents well.

He not only has an exceptional understanding of the technical elements of the RMA and consenting, he brings a great level of understanding of how we do our work and what is important to us.

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Lucy de Latour
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Lucy de Latour
3
Band 3
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Mike Doesburg
3
Mike Doesburg
3
Band 3
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Philip Maw
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Philip Maw
3
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