Russell McVeagh frequently acts on merger clearance applications before the Commerce Commission and is well-versed in advising clients on the Commission’s market studies and investigations. The firm further assists clients with structuring joint ventures and with first instance and appellate litigation. Troy Pilkington oversees the practice and is highly experienced in the grocery and media industries. Bradley Aburn is seasoned in investigations, market studies, and merger control approvals. Petra Carey brings her experience on UK and European competition matters to the team.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Very strong competition/regulatory team with real depth and expertise across all industries.’
‘Troy Pilkington has great depth and insight with very good client skill.'
Key clients
- Westpac New Zealand Limited
- Woolworths New Zealand Limited
Work highlights
- Advising Woolworths New Zealand Limited on responding to the New Zealand Commerce Commission's 2020 to 2022 market study into the retail grocery sector in New Zealand, and subsequent law reforms and ongoing regulatory activities.
- Advising Meridian Energy Limited on its proposal to build the world’s largest green hydrogen plant in Southland (Southern Green Hydrogen Project).