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Commission files its first criminal cartel charges against two construction companies
Supreme Court allows Smith climate change challenge to proceed to trial
Private Infrastructure Investment in New Zealand: A Market Update
He aha ai? The role of Te Tiriti in policy and legislative development
Class action developments in the trans-Tasman context
Severe weather, frustration and force majeure
Russell McVeagh advises on major wealth asset management transaction
EU reaches provisional agreement on world-first AI law
8 emerging leaders promoted to senior associate at Russell McVeagh
Russell McVeagh's four-time Client Choice winners
5 key takeaways from the Sustainability Leaders' Summit 2023
Six key takeaways for New Zealand from the 2023 Offshore Wind Australia Conference
Four partner appointments enhance Russell McVeagh partnership
Young Private Practice Lawyer of the Year: Bradley Aburn
Russell McVeagh named NZ Large Law Firm of the Year
Privacy Commissioner to release biometrics code exposure draft in early 2024
Russell McVeagh expands private client offering with new special counsel
Nature for Business – reflections on our conversation with Vicky Robertson
Reserve Bank publishes final consultation on Branch Review
Commerce Commission's influence over energy transition
A new turn for offshore oil and gas exploration in New Zealand?
National Party's Electrify NZ Policy Announcement
Russell McVeagh's all-round top tax team
Restructuring and Redundancies 101 – Key Considerations
AI tools – OPC releases guidance for organisations using AI tools
Expanding the Privacy Act's notification regime – Privacy Amendment Bill introduced
'NZ Firm of the Year' and 'Pro Bono National Firm of the Year'
14 Excellence Awardee (Finalist) placings ahead of NZ Law Awards
Supreme Court confirms Mainzeal directors liable for $39.8m and calls for law reform
Australia "greenwashing" updates – guidance and proceedings issued
Russell McVeagh named an Employer of Choice
Three days of Govt energy announcements put wind in NZ's 100%-renewable-energy-target sail
A Gift to Consumers: Submissions open on the Fair Trading (Gift Card Expiry) Amendment Bill
Government greenlights modern slavery legislation for New Zealand
18 finalist placings ahead of Women in Business Law Awards
Government increases emissions prices following successful judicial review
Russell McVeagh named Official Legal Partner of the Rainbow Games Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland 2024
Nathaniel Walker recognised as one of NZ's best Private Wealth Law experts
New National Direction on Indigenous Biodiversity
Consents for change of control of oil and gas assets in New Zealand
Tim Clarke named on Most Influential Lawyers list
First New Zealand case on FMCA stop orders
Kylie Dunn recognised as Pre-eminent in Employment Law
Russell McVeagh assists QIC in its successful acquisition for 50% interest in Vector Metering
AML/CFT regulations changes: a mixed bag for reporting entities
Delivering renewables in Aotearoa New Zealand: reflections from Building Nations 2023
Customer and Product Data Bill – the proposed New Zealand consumer data right regime
Climate-related disclosures update: multiple consultations and guidance documents released
Environment Select Committee recommends strengthening environmental protection through RMA reform
Russell McVeagh named a leading litigation firm
GST on directors' fees - further Inland Revenue guidance regarding use of personal services company
Government launches consultation on Emissions Trading Scheme
Why low-emission credentials are increasingly critical when raising capital
New Zealand introduces Bill to implement GloBE rules
Affordable Water Reform – Final bill introduced
5 key learnings from the use of digital twin technology in the Cross River Rail project in Brisbane
Therapeutic Products Bill closer to passing as select committee report released
Affordable Water Reform – Legislative package continues to flow through Parliament
Allison Arthur-Young – Diversity Champion of the Year Finalist
COFI: FMA seeks feedback on draft guidance note on intermediated distribution
Generative AI – OPC releases guidance for companies looking to adopt generative AI
Best of luck to our clients ahead of the 2023 INFINZ Awards
AML/CFT Act review: Draft regulations released for consultation
Incorporated Societies Act replaced after more than a century
New Zealand's new offshore wind regulatory framework - Catching up with Australia, Asia and Europe
Wellbeing Budget 2023 – Support for today, building for tomorrow
Government releases the Digital Technologies Industry Transformation Plan
Freshwater allocation under the Natural and Built Environment Bill
Russell McVeagh advises Summerset on newly consented Half Moon Bay retirement village
Russell McVeagh achieves GenderTick
New Zealand Law Firm of the Year
Russell McVeagh changemakers named Global Women members
Open for consultation: Climate Change Commission's advice on the second emissions reduction plan
Cash not accepted: new prohibition on cash transactions for high value goods
45 Russell McVeagh lawyers named New Zealand's Best Lawyers®
High Court issues judgment in first defended market manipulation case under the FMCA
Deposit Takers Bill: The Select Committee recommends amendments
Climate Change Commission urges Government to reduce ETS unit supply and raise trigger prices
Changes bring clarity to the retentions regime
Three Waters becomes Affordable Water - Changes Explained
NZ oil and gas sector – Continued transition and regulatory framework
Aotearoa New Zealand: Dispute Resolution Overview
Build-to-Rent: an emerging asset class in New Zealand
Lobbying review – chance for industry leadership
Reform of the emissions trading scheme: changes on the horizon
Digital Identity Services Trust Framework Bill passes third and final reading
RBNZ seeks feedback on guidance for managing climate-related risks
Significant amendments to New Zealand's competition law framework imminent
Credit Suisse as another test case for NZ's Deposit Takers Bill
The Commerce Commission shares its 2023 regulatory work plan for the retail payment system
D&O cover: Recent themes and key considerations
Russell McVeagh welcomes new Wellington-based Real Estate & Construction partner
Silicon Valley Bank as a test case for New Zealand's Deposit Takers Bill
GST on Directors' fees - Inland Revenue issues new public guidance
Government takes the plunge and introduces first Three Waters legislation into Parliament
Water Services Act 2021 has critical implications for wastewater
Law Commission releases final report on class actions and litigation funding
High Court confirms banks best placed to manage their own AML/CFT risks
Du Val Capital Partners Ltd v FMA: Not all wholesale investors are created equal
Fast and Furious - getting the most out of the COVID-19 Recovery (Fast-track Consenting) Act
Musk vs Twitter - a legal view
Two Russell McVeagh partners named on Most Influential lawyers list
COFI Standard Licence Conditions Consultation
Arbitration and iwi disputes: Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu v Attorney-General
15 finalist placings ahead of Women in Business Law Awards, Asia-Pacific
COFI: UK Financial Conduct Authority confirms Consumer Duty
Russell McVeagh's role in supporting clients' achievements highlighted
ACCC criminal cartel case abandoned after 6 years: who counts the human cost?
Commission reviews input methodologies under Part 4 of the Commerce Act
Powering ahead with offshore wind regulatory settings – is Aotearoa New Zealand open for business?
New Zealand launches OECD “Pillar Two” consultation
The winds are changing - can the NZ legal system keep up?
Insurance Regulation Update: Insurance Contracts Bill – Exposure Draft
Mainzeal appeal heard by Supreme Court
Russell McVeagh named NZ Law Firm of the Year at pan-Asia Awards
Consultation Open on Vaping Regulations
Implications of the UK Supreme Court's ruling on Business Interruption clauses and COVID-19
Independent Climate Change Commission Advice: Where to next?
Russell McVeagh's Team Effort Recognised by Legal 500
Allison Arthur-Young appointed Russell McVeagh's new Board Chair
Russell McVeagh's Rising Stars highlighted
Financial Markets (Conduct of Financial Institutions) Amendment Bill Update
Changes to Vaccination mandates and passes
Russia Sanctions – what do they mean for AML/CFT reporting entities (and everyone else)?
Joe Windmeyer and team recognised ahead of Australasian Law Awards
Can employers require employees to be vaccinated?
Repeal and Replacement of the RMA Confirmed
Responsible Lending Code: Final Piece of the Puzzle
Climate change litigation: trending upwards
The New Zealand Infrastructure Commission, Te Waihanga, releases report on energy infrastructure
Kiwifruit growers settle class action with the Crown
Sharma appeal decision: no novel duty of care owed
The New Zealand Infrastructure Commission, Te Waihanga, releases report on water infrastructure
An early insight into the future of anti-money laundering regulation in New Zealand
Reminder: Employment Obligations In Alert Level 3
Changes to the Overseas Investment Amendment Bill (No 3)
Significant amendments to the Commerce Act introduced in Parliament
Tax Partner Greg Neill returns to Russell McVeagh
Emissions trading auctioning begins: More market governance to follow
New Zealand set to introduce new business continuity test for tax loss carry-forward rules
Government announces drastic residential property tax reforms
Mainzeal judgment: Court of Appeal finds directors liable with quantum still to be clarified
Australia is looking to ease its continuous disclosure laws – should we do the same?
Cartels are now a crime in New Zealand
Climate-related financial disclosure regime – introduction to Parliament
Consumer Law Alert – second reading of the Fair Trading Amendment Bill
37 Russell McVeagh lawyers recognised as Best Lawyers®
New Zealand Government consults on the taxation of the gig and sharing economy
Parliament passes significant amendments to New Zealand's competition law framework
New "significant business assets" OIO consent thresholds for Australian investors announced
Tikanga-based resolution: CNI Iwi Holdings Ltd v Tūhoe Establishment Trust
Privacy regulation of biometrics in NZ – Privacy Commissioner invites submissions
Minister Bayly outlines priorities for the financial services sector
Russell McVeagh assists on Fisher Funds' acquisition of Kiwi Wealth
Major Fair Trading Act changes in force today – Commission issues guidance
European Commission's tick of approval means free flowing data but where to next?
10 Deal nominations for Russell McVeagh ahead of NZ Law Awards
FMA releases guidance on managed fund fees and value for money
Green Hydrogen: Opportunities for New Zealand
The European Commission to release wide-ranging rules to regulate AI in the European Union
Environment, Planning and Natural Resources: What to expect in 2024
What is "unconscionable conduct"? The Australian definition morphs again
Discussion Documents released on Financial Markets (Conduct of Institutions) Amendment Bill
Climate-related financial disclosures – submissions are open
Border protection notices: an important update on costs
What next for Local Government?
The European Commission's proposal for "trustworthy AI" regulation
New Zealand's report card on anti-money laundering efforts released
Russell McVeagh wishes INFINZ Awards' nominees best of luck
From one Commission to another
Managing the timing of disclosures under the listing rules
Corporate partner Ian Beaumont finalist for NZ Dealmaker of the Year Award
Employment Update: Fair Pay Agreements
When privacy can be misleading
The market power test that New Zealand wants to copy gets tested in Australia. What can we learn?
Regulating Merchant Service Fees: Retail Payments Systems Bill to be introduced
EU imposes fines of €371 million for bond trading cartel
New broader proposals to streamline High Court proceedings
Overseas Investment Amendment Bill (No 3) passes Third Reading
Opportunity to Consult on the Future of New Zealand's Infrastructure
How trustees can deal with missing beneficiaries
Lessons for directors from Mainzeal
Trust transparency: when should a trustee disclose legal advice to beneficiaries?
Russell McVeagh assists on largest sustainability linked loan in New Zealand
Russell McVeagh advises RainbowYOUTH on merger with OuterSpaces
Construction Update: Proposed legislative changes to the retentions regime
Director and senior manager liability under CCCFA
Litigation Update: significant developments in climate-related litigation overseas
Class Actions in New Zealand – an update
Energy Blog: 2023 in review and what this means for 2024
Time for your contributions and feedback – COVID-19 Royal Commission of Inquiry
Local Water Done Well - First stage implemented with repeal of Affordable Water Reform
Major Changes to Seismic Building Standards
New Zealand's offshore renewable regime - Drawing on Australia's approach
Financeability in revenue cap decisions for electricity distribution businesses
Trustee tax rate increase highlights continuing tax avoidance uncertainty
Potential retail payments regulation on the horizon
Government implements its commitment to reverse regulation of smoked tobacco products
New Government pushing ahead with changes in approach to overseas investment
Investing in lines companies in New Zealand - Key Considerations
The Climate Change Commission's final advice to the Government & what happens next
Employment law update – are changes on the way?
Government seeks to make it harder for youth to obtain vaping products
Important High Court decision on customary marine title
Russell McVeagh advises on significant solar farm project
When to notify: Will the Office of the Privacy Commissioner shortly be using its enforcement powers?
Litigating disputes under NZS 3910: a recent case
Three Waters: What's in the pipeline?
Top recognition by Asia-Pacific's leading legal guides
Sellers bear the brunt of new oil & gas decommissioning rules
Three Waters: Four new entities proposed
Employment expert joins Russell McVeagh Partnership
New purchase price allocation rules now in force
Russell McVeagh acts on Westpac Life sale
New Zealand Government to introduce a Consumer Data Right
Breaking Ground - Summer 2023 Edition
Watching Brief - September 2023
Russell McVeagh announces new Board Chair
Russell McVeagh Tax team recognised ahead of Asia-Pacific Tax Awards 2021
Three Waters: Government announces $2.5 billion package to support local government transition
Enforcing health and safety duties
Russell McVeagh partner Nathaniel Walker's Private Wealth Law expertise highlighted
19 finalist placings ahead of pan-Asia Women in Business Law Awards 2021
High-profile cases demonstrate how seriously privacy being taken by the courts
Managing escalation in construction projects
Chambers and Partners Securitisation Guide 2024 – New Zealand
Planning for the amended Fair Trading Act - practical tips for small trade contracts
Full steam ahead for climate-related reporting
Pro Bono Overview 2023 - Assisting our communities in Aotearoa New Zealand
COVID-19 – Order specifies requirements at Alert Level 4
Four top young talents named Rising Stars
Fair Trading Amendment Bill receives Royal Assent – some changes in effect immediately
Russell McVeagh assists on largest sustainability linked loan for 2021
Breaking Ground - Spring 2023 Edition
Here we go again – what employers need to know about lockdown
Russell McVeagh provides support for iwi housing development
Russell McVeagh shortlisted across full spectrum ahead of NZ Law Awards
Reserve Bank seeks further feedback on Depositor Compensation Scheme regulations
What you need to know about competition law during a pandemic
Advertising Standards Authority releases draft Financial Advertising Code
Energy Policies in an Election Year
Watching Brief - Election 2023 Special Edition
2023 ESG Overview: Our Contribution to Aotearoa New Zealand | Tō tātou ki Aotearoa
6 Key Takeaways from Building Nations 2023
Arbitration Year in Review 2023
New Order isolates Auckland from the rest of New Zealand
The vaccination debate – first snapshot from the Authority
One short phone call ends in penalties for cartel conduct
Changes to electricity regulation focus on consumer interests and innovation
Sustainable finance taxonomy on the horizon for New Zealand
Environment, Planning and Natural Resources: What to look out for in 2023
Energy Blog: What's to come in 2023
Leading Firm advising on Climate Change, Governance and Sustainability
Green claims and substantiation: is your disposable coffee cup recyclable?
Russell McVeagh assists with SG Fleet's acquisition of LeasePlan Australia and New Zealand
RMA system reform has critical implications for Three Waters
Russell McVeagh's Competition/Antitrust practice recognised once again as preeminent in New Zealand
Energy opportunities from the Fast-track Approvals Bill
New tax disclosure requirements for overseas investment
5 Russell McVeagh partners named 'Lawyer of the Year' at pan-Asia Women in Business Law Awards
Russell McVeagh assisting with Park & Ride bus campaign for mobile vaccination drive
A Guide to Investing in New Zealand
Trusts Reform Series - Improving the Management of New Zealand Trusts
Trusts Reform Series, Part 1: Information Retention and Disclosure
Trusts Reform Series, Part 2: Trustee duties, exemptions, and indemnities
New climate change policy focuses on transport sector
Trusts Reform Series, Part 3: Third Party Creditors
When lowest prices don't have to be the lowest – the end of the Bunnings saga?
Russell McVeagh assists on world-first green loan certification
Trusts Reform Series, Part 4: Specified Commercial Trusts
Environmental Policy and RMA Reform Update
Rent relief for "no access in an emergency" inserted into leases
Trusts Reform Series, Part 5: The Court's role in regulating trusts
Remedies for breach of financial warranties
Amending directors' duties for company stakeholders
AML/CFT Statutory Review Consultation 2021 and CPD Seminar
Our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
Consultation now open ahead of New Zealand's Emissions Reduction Plan
Russell McVeagh Partners win 2021 Client Choice Awards
Vaccination – let's get to the point…
New Bill introduced to tackle housing crisis in New Zealand
Clarity on discretionary payments and holiday pay
Climate change developments continue at pace
Retail Payment System Bill passes first reading
The Government confirms it is proceeding with Three Waters Reform
Tort claims – an unsuitable vehicle for addressing climate change
Russell McVeagh assists on Sustainable Finance Programme
Watching Brief - February 2023
Whakamāramatanga Series: The Public Service Act 2020
Māori business procurement targets
Supreme Court considers place of tikanga in the law - judgment on continuation of Ellis appeal
The Digital Download: 2023 – Tech Year in Review
The Digital Download: Generative AI
Budget 2023 – no frills, bread-and-butter, Energy budget
Auckland Airport resets post-COVID infrastructure plans
Three Waters: Where to from here?
Government seeks feedback on pricing agricultural emissions
Watching Brief: Final election results – New Zealand First holds balance of power
Russell McVeagh wins Equity Market Deal of the Year at NZ Law Awards
Retreat! Critical year ahead for climate change adaptation
Vaccination Legislation update
Watching Brief - Post-Coalition Agreement
Five partner appointments enhance Russell McVeagh partnership
Employment Law: What to look out for in 2023
Russell McVeagh assists on the sale of BNZ Life
Four Rising Stars recognised in pan-Asia-Pacific Awards
Guidance for visiting our offices under the new COVID-19 Protection Framework
Competition Law: Year in Review 2021
The Commerce Commission seeks input on draft guidelines for the new market power prohibition
Russell McVeagh grows senior ranks with 9 new Senior Associates
Considerations for collaborative procurement and contracting
Innovative financing model to accelerate adoption of low emissions vehicles
UBER DECISION – the Employment Court's latest word on the contractor/employee issue
Consumer Law: Year in Review 2021
Financial Professional Services Trading Advice Transparency Bill
Restructuring & Insolvency 2021 Year in Review
Russell McVeagh ranks Top Tier in Chambers and Partners Asia-Pacific 2022 Guide
Investing in utility scale solar in New Zealand: top 4 legal considerations
Environment, Planning and Natural Resources Year in Review 2021
Reducing energy emissions: Government releases terms of reference
Restructuring & Insolvency 2022/23: The year that was and what's to come
The Digital Download - Taking SaaS to the World
Consumer Law: Year in Review 2023
Corporate Law: Year in Review 2023
Competition Law: Year in Review 2023
Private Client: Year in Review 2023
The Digital Download: The Cybersecurity Edition
Restructuring and Insolvency: Year in Review 2023
Russell McVeagh leaders recognised in 'Elite Women' special feature
Agreements in relation to competitive keyword advertising declared cartel conduct
RBNZ Consultation Update - Exposure Draft of Deposit Takers Bill
Consumer Law: Year in Review 2022
Competition Law Year in Review 2022
Environment, Planning and Natural Resources: What to look out for in 2022
COVID-19 – helping you navigate the legal implications
ESG 2023 round-up and trends to watch
Our Most Popular Insights of 2023
Watching Brief - Coalition Government Policy Priority Matrix
Watching Brief - February 2022
Watching Brief - February 2020
Watching Brief - COVID-19 Special Edition
National Interest Test and Call-in Powers
Reduction of the scope of the Act
Overseas Investment Amendment Bill Series (Article 3): Simplifying the existing tests
Overseas Investment Amendment Bill Series
Watching Brief - November 2022
Breaking Ground - Summer 2022 Edition
Watching Brief - February 2021
Russell McVeagh welcomes six senior appointments
New Build to Rent Directive Letter could have wider implications
Seeing the wood for the trees - a clearer path forward for farm to forest conversions
Watching Brief - September 2021
Watching Brief - December 2021
Deposit Takers Reform Series (Article 1): The Regulatory Perimeter
Deposit Takers Reform Series (Article 2): Liability and Accountability of Deposit Takers' Directors
Deposit Takers Reform Series (Article 3): Resolution and Crisis Management
Deposit Takers Reform Series (Article 4): Supervision and Enforcement
Deposit Takers Reform Series (Article 5): Depositor Protection
RMA Reform Series (Part 1): Strategic Integration
RMA Reform Series (Part 2): National Direction in the Randerson Report
RMA Reform Series (Part 3): Allocation of Freshwater
RMA Reform Series (Part 4): Consents
RMA Reform Series (Part 5): Compliance, Monitoring & Enforcement
Proposed changes to New Zealand's foreign investment consent rules to include tax measures
Litigation Update – Submissions open on Rules Committee proposals
$12 billion announced for infrastructure – Auckland clear winner
The Coronavirus and the Workplace
Building a Kiwi Data Economy - Minister to invite feedback
Consumer Data Right rules established for the Australian banking sector
Submissions open on Fair Trading Amendment Bill: unconscionable conduct and unfair contract terms
Progress update on the response to the Electricity Price Review recommendations
Statutory review of Australia's Consumer Data Right – a "playbook" for New Zealand
Resource management reform – Will it move the dial for infrastructure?
Leading litigators named in inaugural Arbitration Powerlist: Australasia
Judicial review of climate change decisions: key themes from recent key cases
Statutory report on AML/CFT Act: What's changing first
Spotlight on net zero pledges: greenwashing advice released
Russell McVeagh recognised for Equity Market and Project Finance expertise at 2022 NZ Law Awards
Consumer Data Right Update – Banking to be the first cab off the rank
Multi-owner projects: 3 governance considerations for owners
New resource management legislation: Top 10 things to know
Three-time Winners of Exclusive Client Choice Awards
Three Waters Reform – Select Committee suggests changes to Water Services Entities Bill
High Court dismisses judicial review of Climate Change Commission advice
Home-grown talented Real Estate lawyer promoted at Russell McVeagh
Therapeutic Products Bill introduced to Parliament
Unlocking the potential of BIM
Three promoted to Special Counsel at Russell McVeagh
Royal Commission of Inquiry to establish lessons learned from NZ's COVID-19 response
Russell McVeagh inducted into Asia-Pacific's first Green Guide
Three Waters Reform: Government takes three big steps
Guidance from Australian court when changing privacy policies and telling consumers
Russell McVeagh promotes Six to Senior Associate
Three Russell McVeagh leaders named in Elite Women list 2022
Enhancing access to justice through our courts, but what about Alternative Dispute Resolution?
XRB issues final climate standards broadly in line with exposure drafts
Top Rankings in latest Chambers and Partners Asia-Pacific Guide
Allison Arthur-Young again recognised as one of NZ's Most Influential Lawyers
Lessons from the UK and ScotWind
Income tax treatment of forestry carbon credits - time for a change?
Climate-related disclosure framework: Get ready to report
41 Russell McVeagh lawyers named New Zealand's Best Lawyers®
Our updated COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
New Modern Slavery legislation for New Zealand
Russell McVeagh assists on Goodman's Green Bonds Issuance
Intensification Streamlined Planning Processes
"Adapt and thrive": Government invites submissions on draft first national adaptation plan
Russell McVeagh claims Five Stars in Benchmark Litigation rankings
Wishing our clients success ahead of 2022 INFINZ Awards
Supreme Court clarifies law on termination of contract for non-fulfilment of a condition
Energy Blog: Emissions Reduction Plan
Budget 2022: The Ghost of Michael Cullen
The role of climate change in Three Waters reform
District Court dismisses charges against NEMA for Whakaari disaster
Competition and Regulatory law specialists promoted to Russell McVeagh partnership
Energy Blog: Lessons from Australia on Offshore Wind
Expanding the Privacy Act's notification regime – Ministry of Justice invites feedback
Episode 1: Taking SaaS to the World
Episode 2: SaaS and privacy considerations
Episode 3: LawVu - A Global SaaS Success Story
Episode 5: Modica Market Entry
Episode 6: Investing in a SaaS Business
Episode 7: SaaS Agreements - Top Tips
Government releases a Digital Strategy for Aotearoa
Back in the fold: considering greenhouse gases under the RMA
Russell McVeagh wins White Camellia Award for its work promoting equality
RBNZ and FMA joint consultation on draft FMI Standards
Consultations released on regulations and fees for Conduct of Financial Institutions regime
Client money and property services: draft guidance consultation
New Zealand onshore renewables: Equity financing at the project level
Top recognition in Capital Markets law
Fair Pay Agreements - The Select Committee Report is in
Russell McVeagh named Regional Firm of the Year at Global Competition Review Awards
OPC releases exposure draft of a biometrics privacy code
Breaking Ground: Construction Law Blog
Russell McVeagh celebrates new leading rankings in Legal 500 guide
Russell McVeagh welcomes new senior associate
Russell McVeagh's Competition team receives elite ranking
Russell McVeagh's Rising Stars
Coronavirus – contractual performance amidst a global outbreak
New Zealand Inland Revenue proposes reforms to rules for purchase price allocation
Acclaimed litigator Kirsten Massey joins Russell McVeagh partnership
Government introduces Bill to regulate vaping products
NZX Regulation Oversight and Engagement Report 2020
Climate change litigation – Expect the Unexpected
Gas Information Disclosure Regime to be Introduced
Travel restrictions: Key legal considerations
Government announces economic response package to Coronavirus
Coronavirus and crisis cartels
We have a date for the Privacy Bill
COVID-19 responses: The Government and Commission indicate a "flexible" approach to competition law
Russell McVeagh pro bono client Home Guard NZ calls on latent medical staff in COVID-19 response
Timeframes shift for financial services reforms
Electronic Signatures: Using technology to minimise COVID-19 business disruption for contracts
Climate Change Centre Stage in the Environment Committee's Report on RMA Amendment Bill
New Zealand: Inland Revenue proposes retrospective amendments to tax treatment of crypto-assets
Supreme Court clarifies scope of the cartel prohibition
Business Interruption Insurance and COVID-19
Responsible lending in the context of COVID-19 challenges
Changes to Companies Act to support businesses
Appellate Courts Making Waves on the Exclusive Economic Zone Legislation
COVID-19 - Temporary changes announced to support businesses with rent and mortgage payments
Insolvency case recognises trusts over cryptocurrency in Ruscoe v Cryptopia
COVID-19 - Government issues guidance for businesses on Alert Level 3
Picking up the Pieces: Acquiring Distressed Assets in the Time of COVID-19
Latest COVID-19 tax measures include reforms to tax loss rules
Contact Tracing Apps - key privacy and data protection considerations
COVID-19 – Health Act Order specifies requirements at Alert Level 3
Latest COVID-19 tax measures passed under urgency
The Government's Fast-Track Consenting Bill on track
COVID Cooperation: Commerce Commission issues guidelines
Further law changes proposed to respond to COVID-19
COVID-19 –Taking your business to the next (Alert) Level
Details released on Fast-track Consenting Bill
COVID-19 – New Act and Order specify requirements at Alert Level 2
Details of business support measures released in new Bill
Select Committee Report: Overseas Investment (Urgent Measures) Bill
Russell McVeagh assists on strategic infrastructure sale
In the wake of COVID-19, the Government stays firm on action for healthy waterways
Overseas Investment (Urgent Measures) Amendment Act to come into force 16 June 2020
Electrix Limited v The Fletcher Construction Company Limited
Corporate partner joins Russell McVeagh
Fast tracked changes to New Zealand's foreign investment consent rules include tax measures
Government proposes to imply rent abatement clauses in certain commercial leases
Instagram advertising: new ASA decision requires better hashtags for influencer content
FMA releases Market Operator Obligations Review of NZX, with emphasis on continuous disclosure
Russell McVeagh advises on ANZ's sale of UDC
Emissions trading reform takes another step
It's not easy being green: Commerce Commission Releases New Guidelines for "Green Marketing"
Equal Pay Amendments passed into law
Supreme Court updates the test for penalty clauses in New Zealand
AML: High Court imposes $7.585 million in civil penalties
Russell McVeagh assists clients with significant transactions in challenging environment
RIP RMA - Randerson Report recommends dismantling the Resource Management Act
Government to further expand Commerce Commission's powers from 2021
Changes to foreign investment consent rules include tax measures
A Tale of Two Consumer Credit Decisions
A Guide to Investing in New Zealand - 2024
COFI Bill - Supplementary Order Paper Released
Finalists for 3 Top Asia-Pacific Awards
A right to repair in New Zealand?
Fresh updates in the freshwater space
Financial Markets (Conduct of Institutions) Amendment Bill Progresses to Next Stage
Schemes of Arrangement: Round-up
Tax policies to feature prominently in New Zealand’s general election
The AML/CFT Act Supervisors issue new guidance regarding identity verification
COVID-19 – Building and Construction Update
Government introduces COVID-19 Recovery Fast-track Consenting Bill
To opt-in, or opt-out, that is the question... facing the Supreme Court in the Ross appeal
FMA statement on director liability and continuous disclosure
Liability for the employees of another entity – what to watch out for
Privacy Act 2020 to come into effect on 1 December
Environment Select Committee reports back on COVID-19 Recovery (Fast-track Consenting) Bill
New Zealand Consumer Data Right – MBIE invites submissions
New Privacy Regulations under the Privacy Act 2020: communicating privacy breaches publicly
Cybersecurity in the new normal
Construction disputes: how to respond to an adjudication claim
What's next for the Fair Trading Amendment Bill?
Draft guidance on non-resident employers' tax obligations for employees in New Zealand
Russell McVeagh advises ANZ on completion of milestone UDC sale
Russell McVeagh advises UDC on $2 billion auto and equipment finance-backed securitisation
Expiration of directors' safe harbour provisions
Can't travel? Don’t worry, your information can…
Russell McVeagh secures 15 finalist placings ahead of 2020 NZ Law Awards
Significant milestone for development of fibre services regulation
Climate-related Financial Disclosures: Comply-or-Explain
Russell McVeagh advises on Scentre Group's inaugural US$3b subordinated hybrid notes issue
Digital Services Tax Features in Labour Party Tax Policy
FMA continues to toughen stance on governance and compliance
Delivering new infrastructure for New Zealand – the role private sector investors can play
COVID-19 commercial rent dispute resolution services
IPSA review back underway and Solvency Standards review commences
Russell McVeagh advises on Fonterra's sale of China farms
Financial Regulation Update – A focus on KiwiSaver
Metlifecare scheme of arrangement passes final hurdle following shareholder objection
Green light for the COVID-19 Traffic Light System
Construction Disputes Update: Going to court to protect your retentions
MoJ consulting on "prescribed countries" for overseas disclosure of personal information
FMA releases consultation paper on KiwiSaver fees
Standard conditions for financial advice provider full licences
Risk and opportunity for New Zealand's construction sector as disputes climb
Building Up New Zealand's Construction Industry
Consumer Law Alert – Court of Appeal reduces record fines imposed on Steel & Tube for FTA breaches
Russell McVeagh advises on world-leading natural disaster insurance claims model
Kim Dotcom wins privacy appeal in the Court of Appeal
New Zealand government expects to focus on the taxation of MNEs post-election
Our Contribution to Aotearoa New Zealand | Tō tātou ki Aotearoa
Here we go again - more CCCFA reform
Duties to customers: the impact of the Whakaari Island Disaster on the tourism supply chain
Government to rEV up NZ's charging network and reduce red tape
Top ranking firm for Litigation
Insurance Contracts Legislation: Everything Everywhere All at Once
Chambers and Partners Corporate Tax Guide 2024 - New Zealand
Russell McVeagh assists the Bostock Group with two significant transactions
"Phase 2" Discussion Papers Released: Fit for Purpose Financial Services Reform
Tax rules applying to limited partnerships - Russell McVeagh submissions on Inland Revenue guidance
Budget 2024 - Election commitments to the squeezed middle, and a laser focus on returning to surplus
Budget 2024 - What's in it for the energy sector?
Local Water Done Well flows on – Second bill introduced
Customer and Product Data Bill – the proposed New Zealand consumer data right regime
Pro Bono Overview 2024 – Assisting our communities in Aotearoa New Zealand
New OIO Ministerial Directive Letter signals NZ open for investment, further overhaul of Act coming
Ministry for Regulation kicks off first sector review into early childhood education
Judicial Review of Trustee Decision Making – Trusts Act 2019
Reserve Bank consults on core standards
Cover or no cover? Interpretation of a W&I insurance policy
The Legal 500: Renewable Energy Comparative Guide
Wagatha Christie - The Debrief
Protection of journalistic sources: NZ and UK
Lexology In-Depth: Public-Private Partnerships - Edition 10 – New Zealand
Breaking Ground - Winter 2024 Edition
ICLG - Mergers & Acquisitions Laws and Regulations 2024 - New Zealand
Clarification from High Court of Australia about damages for wasted expenditure
Preventing publication in the Supreme Court: Dew v Discovery NZ Ltd
The Government’s ambitious agenda for housing
Four Years in: Lessons for New Zealand from Australia's CDR Experience
Covid-19 and psychosocial risks: outcome of Siouxsie Wiles and University of Auckland case
NZ Government releases Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage framework
Liz Blythe recognised on inaugural Power List
DJ businesses face the music as Commerce Commission declines clearance
Thoughts on a Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage framework for New Zealand
The largest IT outage in history: CrowdStrike's routine software update
Local Water Done Well – The Committee reports back
Natalie Steur named on Most Influential Lawyers list
Updated guidance on health and safety governance: what does it mean for officers?
NZ Consumer Data Right Bill passes first reading
Second Emissions Reduction Plan – what's next for energy?
Second emissions reduction plan: an opportunity for engagement on key policy details
Nathaniel Walker again recognised as leading Private Client expert
Russell McVeagh expands technology expertise with new senior associate
Digital Download: Tech Half Year in Review
Digital Download: Tech Half Year in Review (script version)
Russell McVeagh establishes a South Island presence
Reforms proposed to modernise the Companies Act
Legal 500: TMT Comparative Guide, 8th Edition
Fast-track consenting – less politics, more of the same?
New Zealand sets sail with scope of offshore renewable energy regulatory regime announcement
Proposed changes to the AML/CFT Act announced
Consumer Data Right consultations begin for banking and electricity sectors
Reserve Bank consults on non-core standards – implications for locally incorporated deposit takers
Reserve Bank consults on non-core standards – implications for branches
Local Water Done Well - councils' guide to the next 12 months
Cabinet paper released: Fit for purpose financial services reform
12 NZ Law Awards Excellence Awardee placings
Breaking Ground - Spring 2024 Edition
Reserve Bank seeks feedback on a potential bail-in resolution tool
5 Key Takeaways from the Climate Change and Business Conference 2024
Russell McVeagh advising on major infrastructure capital raise
Supreme Court confirms Building Act longstop does not apply to contribution claims
Lexology In-Depth: Virtual Currency Regulation New Zealand, Edition 7
Out with the old, in with the new – A(nother) replacement RMA is on the way
Chambers & Partners Private Equity 2024: A Global Practice Guide
Four days to submit on proposed law reinstating offshore oil and gas exploration in New Zealand
Major reform of the building consent system
Court of Appeal confirms dismissal of 'leaky building' class action
Climate-related disclosures: Consultation on extensions to adoption provisions
Final Stage of NZX's Director Independence Review Complete
Major reform proposed for New Zealand's overseas investment controls
Government announces 3-part AML/CFT reform work programme
Fast-track Approvals Bill – what's changed?
Court of Appeal clarifies rights of purchasers of partially completed tiny homes on insolvency
The Eye of Sauron: A Crown Observer for Wellington
What are the priorities in the Government's Policy Statement to the Electricity Authority?
Health and safety and the proceeds of crime
3910:2023 in action – reflecting on progress as we approach the first anniversary
Prescription for change: New Medical Products Bill expected
Government's plan to overhaul the RMA is here
Chambers & Partners Renewable Energy 2024: A Global Practice Guide
Climate adaptation: where to from here?
Employment Essentials (script version)
IFLR1000 2024/25 Top Tier Firm
Contracts of Insurance Bill passes third reading
Digital Download: Looking to 2025 and beyond (script version)
Digital Download: Looking to 2025 and beyond
ESG 2024 round-up and outlook for 2025
Who regulates the regulators? – Hon David Seymour follows in the footsteps of Cicero
Corporate Law: Year in Review 2024
Harnessing the energy of the Fast-track Approvals Bill
Australian AI guidance for businesses
Competition Law: Year in Review 2024
Environment and Planning: Year in Review 2024
Social investment – a stitch in time, saves nine!
Russell McVeagh named Employer of Choice at 2024 NZ Law Awards
Landmark health and safety conviction of former CEO
Partner promotions at Russell McVeagh
Litigation 2024 round-up and 2025 outlook
New guidelines for market-led proposals and a new Infrastructure Funding and Financing Framework
Major review of New Zealand's competition law regime announced
FMA releases first monitoring report on climate-related disclosures
Russell McVeagh grows talent with five senior associate promotions
Five-time Client Choice Awards winners
Restructuring & Insolvency round up
Restructuring & Insolvency: Year in Review 2024
Private Client: Year in Review 2024
RMA Amendment Bill #2 - an early Christmas present for some sectors
Employment law updates: a pre-Christmas flurry
Consumer Law: Year in Review 2024
Private Equity: Year in Review 2024
Offshore Renewable Energy Bill – new legislation introduced
First conviction for criminal cartel conduct in New Zealand
What’s in store for CRDs in 2025?
Our Most Popular Insights of 2024
Chambers & Partners Technology & Outsourcing 2024: A Global Practice Guide
Top recognition once again by Asia-Pacific's leading legal guides
Chambers & Partners Collective Redress & Class Actions 2024: A Global Practice Guide
Allison Arthur-Young featured in Chambers DEI Global Report
Amending foreign investment fund rules - Russell McVeagh submissions
Arbitration in Aotearoa: Year in Review 2024
Release of Public Sector AI Framework
Select Committee Report on the Customer and Product Data Bill released
Private Client Briefing - Summer 2025
Energy Sector in New Zealand: Reviewing 2024 and Looking to 2025
Chambers & Partners Global Practice Guides: Securitisation Guide 2025
Chambers & Partners ESG 2024: A Global Practice Guide
Details of the Overseas Investment Act reform announced
"Woke banking" (and other financial institutions) bill to proceed to first reading
Reserve Bank publishes Depositor Compensation Scheme regulations
Russell McVeagh welcomes new Senior Associates to Environment and Planning, and Litigation practices
Submissions open on Right to Repair Bill
Russell McVeagh advises CDPQ on NZ$909m acquisition of a 50% stake in Connexa
Director revenue and independence: A critical look at NZX’s new approach
Whakaari Management Limited has conviction quashed
Former Ports of Auckland CEO Tony Gibson sentenced
Public Works Act amendments expected before major overhaul
Customer and Product Data Bill passes second reading
Financial Markets Authority v CBL – accessory liability for directors and senior managers
A Guide to Investing in New Zealand - 2025
Infrastructure investment in New Zealand - what's on the horizon?
Chambers & Partners Private Credit 2025: A Global Practice Guide
ICLG Mergers & Acquisitions Laws and Regulations 2025: New Zealand
Return of the RMA reform roundabout
Lexology Panoramic: Shareholder Activism & Engagement 2025
Breaking Ground: Concurrent Delay
Customer and Product Data Bill receives Royal assent
Court of Appeal considers judicial review principles in climate case
Q1 2025 ends with a flurry of financial services conduct regulation reform
Chambers & Partners Corporate Tax Guide 2025: New Zealand
Government announces flurry of proposed updates to the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015
Why foreign investors are checking in to New Zealand's hotel sector