Mayne Wetherell is well-versed in cross-border and offshore transactions for national and international clients. The firm’s sector expertise is vast, advising in the food and beverage, TMT, property, financial services and healthcare industries. Based in Auckland, the team is led by Matthew Olsen, who is active in the automotive, medical and hospitality sectors, and Michael Pritchard, advising on high-value, cross-border M&A transactions. Charlotte Garland advises on both the buy- and sell-side of transactions for private equity and high net worth clients.
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‘Creative, responsive, deep understanding of company and industry - feels like in-house counsel.’
‘Very approachable, helpful, and expert problem solvers. The team at MW collaborate across their various skillsets to ensure the best outcome for us. They are extremely proactive and never seem to miss a deadline. ’
‘Nothing is ever an issue. Very timely responses and willingness to help out. Incredible ability to explain concepts and legal jargon in simple easy to understand language. ’
‘Very responsive, highly commercial and completely across all aspects of transactions which gives the client full confidence.’
‘Highly engaged Partner (Michael Pritchard) who is across all the details of transactions and is a great commercial problem solver.’
Work highlights
Advised United States-headquartered Fortifi Food Processing Solutions on acquisition of NZX-listed MHM Automation Limited by scheme of arrangement.
Advised Toyota Finance New Zealand on its expansion into the rental car market by its acquisition of leading market participants Ezi Car Rental and Moto Car Rental.
Advised shareholders of Superior Pet Food on $84 million share sale to NZX-listed EBOS.
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Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Matthew Olsen; Michael Pritchard
Other key lawyers
Charlotte Garland; Sherryn Harford; Cameron Reeves