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We are thrilled to unveil the Excellence Awards for the New Zealand Law Awards 2024! 🎉 These exceptional firms, individuals, and in-house teams have set the benchmark for legal excellence, showcasing unparalleled skill, innovation, and dedication in the New Zealand legal landscape. Their remarkable achievements over the past year have earned them this prestigious recognition. Join us in celebrating their outstanding contributions to the legal profession. The awards ceremony will be held on 28 November 2024 at the Viaduct Events Centre, Auckland, where we will honor these top performers with all the glitz and glamour they deserve. View the full list here: https://hubs.la/Q02NF7JT0 #NZLawAwards #LegalExcellence #CelebratingSuccess #TopLegalTalent

Congratulations to the Excellence Awardees for M&A Deal of the Year at the 2024 New Zealand Law Awards! 🌟 We proudly acknowledge the outstanding contributions of these remarkable deals and the organizations involved: Acquisition of 50 percent of Vector’s metering business by QIC Organisations involved: Chapman Tripp, Harmos Horton Lusk, Herbert Smith Freehills, King & Wood Mallesons, Russell McVeagh, Vector’s in-house legal team, Barrenjoey, Citi, JP Morgan, Craigs Investment Partners. Acquisition of a controlling interest in One NZ by Infratil Organisations involved: Bell Gully, Buddle Findlay. Acquisition of Fonterra’s Soprole dairy business by Gloria Foods Organisations involved: MinterEllisonRuddWatts, Simpson Grierson, Cariola Díez Pérez-Cotapos, Claro & Cia, Conyers, Sapag & Gonzalez, JP Morgan, Tyndall Group. Acquisition of Pushpay by BGH Capital and Sixth Street consortium Organisations involved: Bell Gully, Buddle Findlay, Harmos Horton Lusk. NZ$1.4 billion acquisition of HSBC’s New Zealand prime residential mortgage portfolio by Pepper Money Organisations involved: Bell Gully, Chapman Tripp, King & Wood Mallesons, Norton Rose Fulbright. Join us in celebrating their remarkable achievements on November 28, 2024! https://hubs.la/Q02T6LCl0 #NZLawAwards #MandAExcellence #LegalAchievements #CelebratingSuccess

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Corcoran French has congratulated its partner Shehan de Silva on his election as chair of the NZ LAW limited board of directors. https://hubs.la/Q02WtN480

Gain insights from some of New Zealand’s brightest legal talents recognized as the 2024 Rising Stars by NZ Lawyer. Patrick Anderson of Cooney Lees Morgan shares his journey in advocacy, highlighting the importance of building strong cases and connecting with clients. Holly Cassin and Jeroen Vink from Cavell Leitch showcase leadership and commitment to mentoring young lawyers. Isabelle Kwek and Samantha Beattie of Wotton + Kearney emphasize expertise in medicolegal law and fostering collaboration within the legal community. Discover their stories and the future they’re shaping! Read more here: https://hubs.la/Q02Twjgr0 #NZLaw #RisingStars #LegalExcellence #FutureOfLaw

Australasian Lawyer and NZ Lawyer are extending warm congratulations to this year’s 30 best law firms in Australia and New Zealand, which have stood out due to their notable progress, excellent client service, and commitment to ethical standards. https://hubs.la/Q02WtNRN0

Rebecca Mao, partner at Saunders Robinson Brown (SRB), emphasizes the significance of feedback for workplace happiness and productivity. A former health sciences student turned legal leader, Rebecca's journey showcases the power of adaptability. https://hubs.la/Q02W7kWN0

Congratulations to the Excellence Awardees for Litigation & Dispute Resolution Specialist Law Firm of the Year! 🌟 We are thrilled to recognize the outstanding contributions of these firms at the 2024 New Zealand Law Awards: Cooper Legal Gilbert Walker K3 Legal LeeSalmonLong Russell Legal Wilson Harle Join us in celebrating their remarkable achievements in the legal field on November 28, 2024! https://hubs.la/Q02T6WT80 #NZLawAwards #LitigationExcellence #DisputeResolution #LegalAchievement #CelebratingSuccess

The New Zealand government has announced that the House agreed to the appointment of Justice Simon Moore as chair of the Electoral Commission. He has a five-year term of appointment beginning on 18 November. https://hubs.la/Q02W7kMD0

🥂 Join us for an unforgettable night at the #NZLawAwards 2024! Celebrate achievements and innovation in the legal profession with 24 categories and host Urzila Carlson. Tables are selling fast—reserve yours now! https://hubs.la/Q02Wfccr0