In the dynamic and complex world of finance, having experienced and adept legal representatives is crucial to navigating the intricate issues that confront businesses today. New Zealand is a hub of such talented lawyers, particularly those specialising in Financial Services. This piece seeks to highlight and introduce some of the industry’s leading lights, detailing their firms, their specialities and providing context for their experiences.
From superannuation and workplace saving schemes to fintech and fund restructuring, these are the legal professionals who represent some of the largest financial institutions and investment managers in the country. Based in Wellington and Auckland, these individuals are pillars of their respective organisations, providing expert counsel and guidance to a myriad of financial services clients.
The following ten lawyers, in particular, have made a remarkable impact in both their profession and the industry they serve, constantly striving to set new standards and maintain a superior level of service. They are exemplars of their field, offering not just legal acumen but the wisdom that comes from many years of experience.
Lloyd Kavanagh, MinterEllisonRuddWatts
Lloyd Kavanagh, a co-head of the MinterEllisonRuddWatts funds and financial services team, is noted for handling various complex regulatory mandates often thrown his way.
Tim Williams, Chapman Tripp
Chapman Tripp’s Tim Williams is an eminent lawyer and leader of his firm’s financial services team. He primarily provides transactional and compliance counsel to numerous national investment managers and financial institutions.
Tom McLaughlin, Dentons Kensington Swan
Tom McLaughlin, a senior associate with Dentons Kensington Swan, specialises in advising on various superannuation and workplace saving schemes, including the KiwiSaver.
Tom Barnes, DLA Piper New Zealand
At DLA Piper New Zealand, Tom Barnes is known for his intense focus on product development, establishment matters, and regulatory issues.
Rachel Taylor, DLA Piper New Zealand
Rachel Taylor from the same firm is renowned for her expertise in compliance and investment schemes.
Alasdair McBeth, DLA Piper New Zealand
With over four decades of experience, Alasdair McBeth, yet another DLA Piper Lawyer, advises on a range of regulatory, strategic, and transactional mandates.
Nick Summerfield, Anthony Harper
Nick Summerfield of Anthony Harper covers a vast array of matters including trustee appointments, fund offerings, and a wide range of financial services regulation issues.
Katie Dow, Bell Gully
At Bell Gully, Katie Dow frequently advises trusts, investment services organisations and superannuation funds on corporate transactions involving the financial services industry.
Jeremy Muir, MinterEllisonRuddWatts
Jeremy Muir co-leads the financial services group at MinterEllisonRuddWatts. He is recommended for his expert advice on fintech, financial services regulatory issues, fund establishment and restructuring.
Sarah McQueen, Russell McVeagh
Sarah McQueen of Russell McVeagh focuses on insurance, superannuation and managed fund-related mandates.
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