Dispute Resolution - New Zealand
What the team is known for
DLA Piper New Zealand's commercial litigation team offers significant experience in large-scale matters, notably representing both government bodies and domestic and international corporate entities in contentious commercial, insurance and real estate cases. Its team is active in the arena of regulatory litigation as well as on banking and securities issues. The litigation team is experienced in the advocacy of cases at all levels of the national court system and before specialist tribunals, and additionally adept in the resolution of disputes through arbitration, mediation and expert determination processes. The firm is further noted for high-profile work on litigation and claims resulting from the damage caused by the Christchurch earthquakes. Key clients of the firm include Cornwall Park Trust Board and Yashili New Zealand Dairy.
Strengths
"DLA Piper offer pragmatic and commercially focused advice."
"DLA has a practical approach which suits our business very well."
Work highlights
DLA Piper New Zealand acted for Cornwall Park Trust Board on litigation about the use of the former Auckland Showgrounds site, following the collapse of the Auckland Shows Board due to COVID-19.
Notable practitioners
Iain Thain is based in Auckland and has more than 30 years' experience in the commercial litigation field, much of it dedicated to the resolution of complex contractual, construction, consumer and property-related disputes. "Iain is highly valued. He's one of best litigators in New Zealand, easy to deal with and highly intelligent."
