MinterEllisonRuddWatts provides domestic and cross-border support to its clients on mergers and licensing arrangements. In addition, the firm regularly handles issues across the spectrum of competition law, including advising on M&A transactions, anti-competitive conduct investigations, and consumer protection. The team is led by Jennifer Hambleton, a specialist in merger clearances, enforcement actions, and disputes. Ross Patterson is noted within the team as an expert on telecoms matters, and April Payne advises clients on Commerce Commission investigations.
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- ‘This team is without peer in New Zealand when it comes to their experience, knowledge and confidence in dealing with market, including telecommunications competition matters.'
- 'Each team member is supportive and responsive, and makes the effort to understand clients' priorities and strategic objectives.’
- ‘Dr Ross Patterson is a stand out in his field. He instills confidence and support for our strategies, and prepares us well for meetings with key stakeholders at board and regulatory level.'
Key clients
- Tourism Holdings Limited
- L’Oreal Group
- AlphaTheta Corporation
- NZ Bus
- viagogo
- Assa Abloy Australia Pty Limited
- Action Manufacturing
- Westpac
- Tatua
- ASB
Work highlights
- Acting for AlphaTheta Corporation in relation to their proposed acquisition of New Zealand-based Serato Audio Research Limited.
- Acting for ACM Holdings, a leading cash in transit service provider, in relation to its sale to Evergreen.
- Acting for viagogo AG in relation to long-standing proceedings brought by the NZ Commerce Commission.
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Jennifer Hambleton
MinterEllisonRuddWattsPractice head
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Jennifer Hambleton