Spread between Auckland and Christchurch, the team at Anthony Harper assists receivers, liquidators, and administrators on a wide range of matters, including terms of appointment, security prioritisation, director liability, and assets sales. The firm is also well-versed in corporate recovery and insolvency litigation. The practice is overseen by Crispin Vinnell, who is experienced advising banks, finance companies, chartered accountants, and insolvency practitioners. Dan Hughes and Lynne Van are seasoned insolvency litigators within the team. Making partner in November 2023, Chloe Jolliffe supports clients in their corporate recovery matters.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Extremely client focused - understand the pressures and strains of insolvency work.'
'A well connected team who are well respected in the NZ market.’
Key clients
- McGrathNicol
- Avior Consulting Pty Ltd
Work highlights
- Acted for the liquidators of CBL Insurance Limited in a claim against the directors and advisors of the company in respect of losses claimed at no less than $320m.
- Acted for the liquidators of Intercivil Limited (in Liquidation) in respect of a $13m claim against the former directors for breach of duty.