Thorndon Chambers in Wellington has an excellent reputation for handling complex commercial disputes, which often intersect with public law issues. Jack Hodder KC has appeared before the Privy Council and the Supreme Court of New Zealand, and is acting for the Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Trust in ongoing litigation concerning Treaty of Waitangi settlements and Māori land rights. Daniel Kalderimis, who shares dual tenancy with Twenty Essex in London, has a commercial practice that takes in cross-border litigation and international arbitration, and is active in high-profile disputes concerning climate change issues. Sebastian Bisley and Tim Smith are also key members of the set.
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