With ‘some of the leading and most respected minds in insolvency’, Auckland-based restructuring and insolvency boutique TWA Legal Limited has significant expertise in insolvency-related litigation. The firm regularly acts for specialist insolvency practitioners in the region, as well as for its banking and finance clients. The team is jointly led by Mike Whale, Jennifer Tunna and Michael Anderson. Whale has extensive experience acting for domestic and international clients, as well as specialised financial institutions; Tunna is well versed in executing business and asset sales across a range of industry sectors, particularly in distressed situations; and Anderson is particularly experienced in advising corporate trustees and public security issuers in respect of debt issues and managed funds. Special counsel Kerry Puddle is also a key member of the team.
Testimonials
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‘The team there is small but well formed with some of the leading minds and most respected in insolvency. They are cost effective, provide great service in that they turn things around quickly, they understand our industry and the need for both legal and pragmatic advice. They listen to us and aren't afraid get debate issues and listen to us as a client.’
‘All of the team, and in particular Jen Tunna, is extremely capable but also very personable. She makes herself available, is quick to turn work around and she is well supported by the two Mikes who are both very well-respected lawyers. They are all very honest, reliable and hard working people.’
Key clients
- Khov Jones and Rodewald Consulting
- BDO Tauranga
Work highlights
- Acting for Khov Jones as liquidators of Autoterminal New Zealand.
- Acting for BDO Tauranga as receiver of South Pacific Industrial.