Environment & Resource Management

Buddle Findlay boasts a high-quality resource management practice, with notable strength in both Auckland and Wellington. It is acknowledged for its expertise in the electricity industry and its in-depth knowledge of Māori law. The law firm has a significant presence in the environmental law space, advising clients on large infrastructure projects, particularly within the transport sector, and on national and local government policy development. Buddle Findlay acts on behalf of several regional and district councils, as well as advising companies from the water, power and energy sectors.

"Buddle Findlay has great breadth at the partner level, and a strong underpinning of super-smart people who are progressing through the ranks."

"They have an exceptional ability to provide clear strategic advice."

Buddle Findlay acted for geothermal energy company Ormat Technologies in relation to the development and construction of the Te Huka Unit 3 power plant, located at the Te Huka area of the Tauhara steam field.

Paul Beverley is highly regarded for his extensive knowledge of the Resource Management Act. He is also singled out by sources for his impressive expertise in Māori law as well as consenting processes and conservation law.

David Allen is recognised for advising local governments on the environmental and resource management aspects of major infrastructure and energy projects. "David is a very astute lawyer with an excellent knowledge of resource management matters." "He is a trusted confident, extremely smart, savvy and one of the nicest and kindest people I know."

David Randal is well reputed for his specialist knowledge of resource management and regulatory issues and of consent approvals. "David is incredibly smart and very good at providing strategic direction. He will make you think about alternative pathways and ways of doing things."

Jennifer Caldwell is Buddle Findlay's national chairperson. Based in Auckland, she enjoys a strong reputation for her expertise concerning resource management approvals, planning processes and approvals and related litigation. "Jennifer is an exceptional lawyer all-round. She is intelligent and able to provide sound strategic advice, and she is utterly reliable."