On account of the firm’s global network, DLA Piper New Zealand boasts a ‘technically strong and very knowledgeable’ team, further lauded for its ’broad range of experience.’ Counting multinationals, listed companies, private equity and venture funds, government agencies and financial institutions among its clients, the team is well-positioned to handle the full spectrum of corporate and M&A mandates. The team is jointly led by Auckland-based Martin Thomson and Wellington-based Rachel Taylor. Thomson is noted for his specialist expertise in domestic and cross-border M&A and venture capital transactions, while Taylor is a key contact for listed companies, insurers, trustees, registrars, and other corporates. Martin Wiseman handles the full gamut of corporate matters, with a track record of acting on some of New Zealand’s biggest and most complex transactions. Reuben Woods focuses on cross-border, multi-jurisdictional transactions, while associate Aoife O’Gorman, a dual-qualified practitioner (New Zealand and Ireland), regularly handles cross-border M&A and venture capital matters.
Testimonials
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‘Well placed team in the NZ market. Talented people who are well networked locally and supported with wider global resources. Collaboration is high across the team and they use this to client advantage.'
‘Rachel Taylor has been standout support on a number of projects and draws on her wider business to deliver exceptional service.’
Key clients
- AIG, Liberty, Fusion, Tokio marine HCC (W&I Insurers)
- AMP Capital
Work highlights
- Advised BlackRock on the acquisition of solarZero Limited by way of a scheme of arrangement.
- Advising Aquila with its co-investment with Far North Solar Farm Limited to establish at least ten solar farms in New Zealand over the next two to three years.