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Andrew Horne

Andrew Horne

Asia-Pacific 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

About

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Practice Areas

Andrew is a senior commercial litigation and dispute resolution lawyer. He specialises in commercial disputes, corporate and regulatory issues, financial services, insurance, cyber and technology.

Andrew is focused upon solving problems and achieving preferred outcomes. He is experienced in managing complex, high-value disputes and appearing as an advocate in all levels of the New Zealand courts. He also represents clients in mediation.

Widely recognised as an accomplished insurance specialist, Andrew has over 25 years’ experience acting for leading insurers and insurance brokers. He is a trusted adviser to global broking firm Marsh and also acts for leading insurers.

Andrew is also known for his effective resolution of regulatory proceedings, particularly those involving financial institutions. He regularly advises and represents clients in investigations and proceedings brought by the FMA and the Commerce Commission.

Clients also seek Andrew’s expertise in technology and cyber disputes. He regularly advises IT providers and their customers in major IT project disputes. He is also a specialist in cyber claims and is nominated as an emergency contact in AIG’s cyber insurance policy.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Asia & Pacific

Dispute Resolution - New Zealand

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial
Andrew Horne is based in Auckland and offers over 25 years of experience in the disputes space, where he focuses closely on matters arising from the financial services, technology and telecommunications sectors.

Insurance - New Zealand

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial
Andrew Horne heads MinterEllisonRuddWatts's insurance practice from its Auckland office. He specialises in contentious insurance issues, which he has litigated on behalf of leading insurers and brokers from around the world, up to and including Supreme Court level, for over 25 years.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Andrew is always patient, calm and delivers advice that is spot on. He has a great ability to get to the heart of the matter.

    Dispute ResolutionChambers Asia & Pacific
  • Andrew Horne is a very strong lawyer, hard working and very enjoyable to work with.

    Dispute ResolutionChambers Asia & Pacific
  • Andrew Horne is an exceptional lawyer in all realms of service.

    InsuranceChambers Asia & Pacific

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