Energy & Natural Resources | Asia-Pacific

MinterEllisonRuddWatts has a diverse and multidisciplinary practice across the energy market, including oil and gas, electricity and renewable energy. The law firm is developing its offering in the forestry sector and assists public and private sector clients on resource and planning consents for a broad range of large-scale projects. It also provides a comprehensive offering on climate change and emissions trading, and is adept at representing clients in environmental disputes.

Greenwood Roche is well known for its work in the energy and electricity sectors, with considerable expertise in major urban development and infrastructure projects. It has a strong presence in Christchurch and Wellington, advising various government departments on plan reviews, change processes and consenting strategy. The law firm also acts for forestry companies and landowners on wide-ranging resource management matters.

Russell McVeagh's commercial and collaborative resource management team specialises in resource consents, environmental law reform and energy projects. It is a multidisciplinary practice with corporate capability, addressing a range of issues throughout the energy sector, as well as being widely acknowledged in infrastructure and land development matters. The law firm is able to represent clients in local and district council hearings and Environment Court appeals.