The corporate and commercial team at Tompkins Wake regularly advises clients on a variety of matters, with a focus on M&A, private equity, infrastructure, and cross-border investments. In the energy and infrastructure sector, the team often advises international investors on New Zealand’s renewable energy transition, particularly in transitions requiring approval from the Overseas Investment Office. Mark Renner heads the practice with a focus on cross-border transactions, project development, and capital structuring matters. The team further includes talented lawyers such as Mark Lowndes and Phil Taylor.
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Testimonials

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  • 'Very strong and substantial team. Quality all around. Great client service. We have absolute trust in the work we give them.'
  • 'Mark Lowndes - exceptional commercial mind. Great to work with. Lateral thinker.'

Key clients

  • Obayashi Corporation
  • Cyprus Enterprises Limited

Work highlights

Advised Yabble on its acquisition by YouGov Plc, including deal structuring, regulatory compliance, and managing complex shareholder negotiations in a cross-border transaction.
Practice head

Mark Renner

Other key lawyers

Mark Lowndes; Phil Taylor; Kerri Dewe; Tina Liu; Luke Bowers