Energy & Natural Resources

Russell McVeagh's commercial and collaborative resource management team specialises in resource consents, environmental law reform, and energy projects. It is a multidisciplinary practice with corporate capability, addressing a range of issues throughout the energy sector, as well as being widely acknowledged in infrastructure and land development matters. The team is able to represent clients in local and district council hearings and Environment Court appeals. Notable clients include KiwiRail, Infratec and Woolworths.

"It is a great team. The lawyers are committed, technically excellent and really take the time to understand their client's business."

"They are always efficient and responsive."

"Their work is always of a high standard."

Russell McVeagh assisted Woolworths with successfully obtaining land use and subdivision consent for a commercial and residential development in Halswell, Christchurch.

Mei Fern Johnson is well regarded for her handling of large transactions, restructures and joint ventures, as well as procurements and contractual issues within the energy sector.

Allison Arthur-Young garners praise for her expertise in resource management and planning matters for large infrastructure and residential projects. She is based in the Auckland office and is the board chair of Russell McVeagh. "She is commercial, results-focused and a pragmatic, trusted adviser."

Daniel Minhinnick advises on resource consents and environmental litigation for a wide range of developments and projects. "Daniel is always competent, professional, responsive and reassuring. When I need something urgently he makes himself available, which I hugely value." "He is always informative and understands our business and drivers, and therefore what is necessary."