Competition/Antitrust - New Zealand
What the Team is Known For
Webb Henderson advises domestic and international clients on matters such as the competition law aspects of corporate transactions, potential misuse of market power and leniency applications. The team’s expertise in engagement with the New Zealand Commerce Commission is valued by clients in the aviation, technology and energy sectors, among others.
Strengths
"They were very responsive to the requests we made, both in terms of quality of work and the timeliness of delivery."
"Webb Henderson has a great reputation in the area of competition law in New Zealand."
Work Highlights
Webb Henderson advised Pacific Equity Partners on the competition law issues arising from its investment into the FirstCape wealth management business.
Notable Practitioners
Sarah Keene is head of Webb Henderson's competition and regulatory law practice. She is a highly accomplished lawyer with extensive experience covering the full range of competition law matters. Market sources not only remark on her technical ability, but also praise both her economic analysis and her astute judgement in dealings with the regulator. "Sarah has a deep history with our business and understands the context of the advice, which is really helpful." "Sarah is an exceptional practitioner with quite detailed and broad experience in competition law."
