Simpson Grierson

Simpson Grierson stands as one of New Zealand's leading full-service commercial law firms, advising multinational corporations, major domestic enterprises, and public sector organisations on the country's most significant transactions, projects and disputes.

The firm's practice spans the full spectrum of commercial law, with particular strength in complex cross-border matters. Simpson Grierson regularly acts for international clients on New Zealand investments and regulatory matters, while also representing New Zealand businesses on their offshore ventures and global transactions. The firm's multi-disciplinary teams deliver commercially-focused advice across corporate M&A, capital markets, banking and finance, major projects and infrastructure, litigation and dispute resolution, employment, intellectual property, competition law, and regulatory compliance.

Simpson Grierson is distinguished by its solutions-oriented approach and innovative service delivery. The firm invests significantly in understanding each client's business objectives and commercial context, enabling lawyers to provide practical, strategic advice that anticipates challenges and drives results. This client-centric philosophy has established long-standing relationships with leading organisations across key sectors including energy and natural resources, infrastructure, technology, financial services, healthcare, and primary industries.

With offices in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, the firm combines deep knowledge of New Zealand's legal and business environment with international perspective and connectivity. Simpson Grierson is committed to advancing the development of New Zealand's legal framework and business community, regularly contributing thought leadership on significant policy and regulatory developments affecting both domestic and international clients operating in the New Zealand market.

• We invest in our clients, earning trust through exceptional service, open communication, and helping them to grow and succeed.We shape our service around specific client needs, delivering commercially-savvy legal advice while solving problems and anticipating others. Having us in your corner means having the confidence to get on with what you do best.
• We invest in our people, and are determined to make Simpson Grierson one of the best places to work, learn and grow. Our supportive culture empowers people to thrive and succeed. Working with us means you get to shape the way you work, maintain wellness and balance, and benefit from our sector-leading learning and development programme.
• We invest in Aotearoa New Zealand, helping to make this country one of the best places in the world to live and work. We advocate on key issues and support New Zealand’s decision makers in promoting the wellbeing of our communities. Our community programme seeks out partnerships and pro-bono projects that create opportunities to give back and make a positive difference.