Dentons New Zealand‘s banking and finance team covers the full range of local and cross-border transactional work. With particular areas of experience and expertise in real estate finance, acquisition finance, structured finance, and debt capital markets. Liz Lim spearheads the practice, acting for borrowers, lenders, agents, trustees, and supervisors.
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Testimonials
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- 'Dentons' team consistently delivers an exceptional standard of service that sets them apart in the legal market. What makes this practice unique is their deep understanding of the banking sector and their ability to anticipate issues before they arise.'
- 'Communication is a standout strength. They are clear, timely, and always approachable. No question is ever treated as too small or too basic.'
- 'Liz Lim and her team are outstanding. They are not only experts in their field but also personable, pragmatic, and easy to work with.'
- 'Good collaboration throughout the organisation, and we are happy to use other members in the wider team when something falls out of jurisdiction.'
- 'Joshua Jones is a high-quality operator with experience in both private practice and in an investment bank in London.'
- 'We use Liz Lim, who is always pragmatic and efficient, delivering high-quality advice and docs.'
- 'Time and care taken. You're not just a number.'
- 'Liz consistently demonstrates leadership, strategic insight, and a deep commitment to client service. Associates we’ve worked with are equally impressive; proactive, detail-oriented, and always willing to go the extra mile.'
Key clients
- Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira
- Pro-invest Group
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Liz Lim
Other key lawyers
Joshua Jones