Sarah Sinclair > MinterEllisonRuddWatts > Auckland, New Zealand > Lawyer Profile

Often advising public sector entities on major infrastructure transformations, MinterEllisonRuddWatts  is proficient in overseas real estate investment and transactions. Janine Stewart and Mark Crosbie jointly lead the firm’s construction offering from Auckland, Stewart is versed in construction litigation, and Crosbie is knowledgeable of project structuring. Sarah Sinclair and Andrew Monteith are well-regarded in the infrastructure sector, while Stephen Price is experienced in PPPs. David Gilbert leads the real estate team and is skilled at property acquisitions, developments, and leasing, and Holly Hill is informed in commercial leasing.

MinterEllisonRuddWatts covers the gamut of transport advice for its clients, from regulatory changes to project management in the road, rail, aviation, and shipping sectors.  The firm is expert in rail projects, advising government agencies, developers, and investors across a projects life-cycle, including dispute resolution support. It has further expertise in the ports and maritime space, especially relating to health and safety. Sarah Sinclair manages the team, personally specialising in construction and infrastructure. John Conlan supports clients with corporate and M&A matters in the space, and an expert in the procurement and delivery of infrastructure projects, Lisa Curran is a notable member of the team out of Wellington.

Advising across the entire lifecycle of projects for its clients, MinterEllisonRuddWatts is well-versed in regulatory and policy matters, as well as any arising environmental and planning issues. When necessary, the firm is also able to draw on its disputes expertise to assist government entities and blue-chip developers with their contentious issues. Practice head Sarah Sinclair specialises in construction and infrastructure, and fellow practice head Bianca Tree focuses on resource management and the environment. Stephanie De Groot regularly advises on planning, consenting, and designation issues under the Resource Management Act 1991. Travis Tomlinson left the firm in April 2024.