Tax
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : New Zealand
Band 3
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Provided by DLA Piper New Zealand
You can learn more about our practice at dlapiper.com.
Chambers Review
DLA Piper New Zealand is frequently called upon to assist clients with the tax aspects of domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, capital raises and insurance matters. It further offers expertise in relation to inbound and outbound investments, corporate restructurings and employee share options. The legal team regularly acts for large insurers, private equity and technology companies.
Work Highlights
- DLA Piper advised the Bank of Queensland on the tax aspects of the sale of its NZD238 million New Zealand loan and asset portfolio to UDC Finance.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team have an intricate understanding of not only New Zealand tax laws but also those tax laws of other jurisdictions that may be relevant to the transactions at hand."
"I am confident the team can handle anything I am stressed about. They calm me down and make my aims achievable."
"The team have an intricate understanding of not only New Zealand tax laws but also those tax laws of other jurisdictions that may be relevant to the transactions at hand."
"I am confident the team can handle anything I am stressed about. They calm me down and make my aims achievable."
Notable Practitioners
David Johnston frequently assists clients with the tax aspects of corporate and commercial transactions.
"David Johnston is knowledgeable and commercially focused."
"David is an incredibly helpful and knowledgeable resource in New Zealand corporate tax. We really appreciate his support."