Mark Williamson > DLA Piper New Zealand > Auckland, New Zealand > Lawyer Profile

Often handling public sector construction and infrastructure matters, DLA Piper New Zealand  is skilled at real estate developments and transactions. Mark Williamson heads the construction space from Auckland, and his recent caseload encompasses sizeable supermarket developments. Justin March spearheads the real estate space and is praised for his ‘extensive experience in commercial property law.’ Heath Brunton specialises in the development and leasing of urban regeneration projects, while Nick Byrnes is knowledgeable of energy projects.

DLA Piper New Zealand draws on expertise from multiple jurisdictions to assist clients with competition matters raising cross-border issues. The firm advises on market studies and investigations brought by the Commerce Commission and merger clearances, as well as general competition issues. Leading the team, Mark Williamson is expert in the FMCG sector, including related market study assistance. Joining in July 2023 from Chapman Tripp, Daniel Street assists clients in investigations and civil penalty proceedings. Alicia Murray left the firm in January 2024.