Louise Taylor
Russell McVeagh1
TMT
Seeing a growth in compliance advice instructions, Russell McVeagh advises public bodies, financial institutions, energy providers, media companies, and manufacturers on their TMT matters. The firm’s experience includes funding, development, procurement, partnership, and dispute resolution support. The team is led by technology and telecoms specialist Liz Blythe, procurement and structuring expert Mei Fern Johnson and litigation specialist Joe Edwards, who has particular expertise within the media sector. With expertise in regulatory compliance, Louise Taylor brings the valuable experience of having practised in both New Zealand and the UK to the team.
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Testimonials
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‘Russell McVeagh are a top-tier firm that we go to when we need the best. They have depth across all areas of law and can easily bring in the right partner or lawyer for the required task.’
‘Mei Fern Johnson is a star, even amongst other top lawyers. Her work ethic, capability and communication style all combine to make her the best in the business.’
‘The team under Joe Edwards are second to none. Incredible understanding of the media environment in NZ.’
‘Joe Edwards is an outstanding operator. Extremely knowledgeable about the nuances of the media landscape and across all aspects of it too.’
‘The Russell McVeagh TMT team are very quick to pick up on the salient issues in large technology infrastructure transactions.'
'They are practical and pragmatic, focussing on key issues and not wasting time on the less material aspects of transactions.’
‘Liz Blythe is particularly effective in contract negotiations. She is able to think quickly and solve issues on the spot and understands current market practice very well.’
'They are across the latest developments in the sector based on their work for a range of leading players. Excellent client service.'
Key clients
- Auckland International Airport
- My Republic Group
Work highlights
- Advised Auckland International Airport on its contractual arrangements with Veovo NZ Limited for the supply of an airport operating system, revenue management solution, and related services.
- Advised My Republic on all aspects of the sale of its broadband customers to 2degrees (a New Zealand telecommunications provider and the third largest wireless carrier in New Zealand), from due diligence through to negotiating the sale and purchase agreement.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Liz Blythe
Russell McVeagh
Mei Fern Johnson
Russell McVeaghPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Liz Blythe, Mei Fern Johnson, Joe Edwards