DLA Piper New Zealand‘s corporate team continues to act on some of the most complex M&A transactions in New Zealand. Furthermore, the group is noted for its expertise in private equity and venture capital matters, renewable energy projects, as well as a strong local government offering. Rachel Taylor heads the team, with a focus on the financial services sector. Martin Thomson regularly advises foreign investors and offshore venture funds, particularly in the agritech sector, while Martin Wiseman is experienced in M&A, joint ventures, and equity capital markets. Furthermore, Reuben Woods’ practice focuses on cross-border, multi-jurisdictional transactions for private equity funds, and Aoife O’Gorman‘s work spans the full spectrum of commercial matters.
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Testimonials
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‘DLA take on the matter and run it.’
‘Pavanie Edirisuriya is very impressive. She takes responsibility for a matter, puts it on her shoulders and delivers a successful result.'
- 'Rachel Brown is efficient, practical and knowledgeable. When you approach her with an issue, she sorts it out.’
‘Collaboration across speciality teams; insightful energy markets information.’
- 'Pavanie as junior partner, has shone brightly and been an outstanding relationship manager; hands-on on attentive, and excellent guidance.’
‘Reuben Woods has a deep knowledge of our business, a real partnering approach, and is pragmatic.’
Key clients
- Foodstuffs North Island Limited
- Bank of Queensland
- Nippon Life
- Harbour Infrastructure
- Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd
- Five V Capital
- Ingka Investments B.V.
- Tracksuit Limited
- Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Whai Rawa Limited
- Stafford Capital Partners Limited
Work highlights
Advised Foodstuffs North Island, a major grocery wholesaler and retailer, on its proposed merger with Foodstuffs South Island, a separate cooperative.
Represented Tracksuit Limited, a brand tracking tech company, on its Series B capital raise, which will be used to continue the company's growth in the US and UK markets.
Advised Ingka Investments B.V on its New Zealand forestry acquisitions, including the submission of over 75 offers on forest and farms across New Zealand.
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Practice head
Rachel Taylor
Other key lawyers
Martin Wiseman; Martin Thomson; Reuben Woods; Aoife O'Gorman; Pavanie Edirisuriya; Rachel Brown