Nicola Swan

Nicola is a partner in our Litigation & Dispute Resolution team and co-chairs the firm’s Climate, Sustainability and ESG practice.

Nicola also leads the firm’s International Law and Sanctions practice and sits on the Chapman Tripp board.

Nicola is an arbitration specialist experienced as counsel before international arbitral tribunals. She acts as counsel and is appointed as arbitrator on international and cross-border disputes, particularly where public and commercial law intersect, with expertise in public international law and business and human rights. Nicola also leads an active domestic civil litigation practice, advising on corporate and commercial disputes, including in the energy and financial services sectors and most recently in relation to climate change and greenwashing.

Nicola is recognised internationally for her expertise in climate and sustainability risk management and disclosure. She advises boards and executive teams on climate, modern slavery and other non-financial risks, compliance, and reporting, and regularly presents on these issues. She has co-authored several major public pro bono legal opinions for The Aotearoa Circle on the responsibilities of directors, fund managers, and trustees to manage climate and nature related risk.