The team at Simpson Grierson contains dedicated restructuring and insolvency specialists who are highly capable of covering the gamut of corporate stress. The firm’s expertise includes security enforcement, distressed debt trading, and restructuring investment, as well as cross-border insolvency assistance. The team is led by Wellington-based Josh Cairns, a cross-border insolvency expert, and James Caird in Auckland, who focuses on complex debt restructurings. Steve Flynn is well-versed in restructuring and insolvencies in a corporate context, while Ben Upton is also noted for his work as an insolvency litigator.
Testimonials
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‘Provides commercial, pragmatic advice on complex matters. Understands the risk appetite of its client. Very personable team.’
‘Josh Cairns and Steve Flynn are, pragmatic, understand our needs quickly, understand the risk appetite for the work we do and are personable.'
Key clients
- Westpac
- Calibre Partners
Work highlights
- Advised on Arena Investors on the Arena-led pre-packaged restructuring of the Optic Security Group through a concurrent voluntary administration and receivership.
- Advised on the receivership of the ELE Group of Companies, a business with over 1,000 employees.