DLA Piper New Zealand‘s finance team handles a wide range of financing transactions and financial regulatory work. The practice is noted for its growing expertise in the renewable energy market, alongside its established offering in the technology sector. Michael Thompson heads the team, with expertise in leveraged and acquisition finance, as well as property and development finance. Rachel Brown is well-regarded for her renewable finance expertise, while Jacob Nutt provides key support to the team.
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Testimonials
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- 'They ensure I am well-informed and have great knowledge of market norms.'
- 'Michael Thompson & Jacob Nutt are both super approachable and I feel like I can have frank conversations about any matters that are frustrating me, and they lend an understanding ear and seek to address.'
Key clients
- New Zealand Green Investment Finance
- Aquila Clean Energy APAC Pte Ltd
Work highlights
Acted for Accel-KKR and Unimarket in connection with the acquisition of VendorPanel.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Michael Thomspon
Other key lawyers
Rachel Brown; Jacob Nutt