Anthony Harper handles a broad range of disputes with cross-border elements being a regular feature, with recent cases involving Europe, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. Dan Hughes, head of practice, provides expertise in insolvency and general litigation. Richard Idoine is a senior associate in the Auckland team with a strong reputation. In Christchurch, Joey James co-leads with Jessica Hanning, both of whom acting across general commercial and appellate disputes.
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Testimonials
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‘Anthony Harper's dispute resolution team has both breadth and depth of experience. In my principal practice area of insolvency, Anthony Harper has a wealth of experience which enables the team to provide first-class support for any matter on which I am instructed.’
‘I have worked with Dan Hughes (partner) and Harriet Quinlan (special counsel). Both of them bring to the table many years of experience. However, what is really valuable is that their intellectual prowess and experience are coupled with pragmatism, insightful judgement and an ability to develop relationships with clients regardless of background.’
‘Excellent range of expertise and experience. Great relationships with bar.’
‘Dan Hughes as litigation partner is a standout. He has great judgement and is tenacious. Has excellent contacts at bar and able to assemble the right team for the case.'
- 'Richard Idione is a standout senior associate and future leader of the profession.’
Key clients
- Endurance Capital Limited, Helena Bay Holdings Limited, Targa Capital Limited and Alexander Abramov
- First Credit Union Incorporated
- Giggle HQ Limited
- Maluafiti Leuluaitumua Tu'isila
- Mason Trustee Limited / Christopher Mason
- Maxcap Group
- McGrathNicol
- Meltzer Mason
- TDX Limited
- Vitaco Health
Work highlights
Acting for the liquidators of a related group of companies that traded under the umbrella name of "Sunbow".
Acting for Mr Tu'isila, Matai (chief) of the Tu'isila tribe in Samoa, in respect of his claim for the reclassification and return of customary land on the island of Namu'a in Samoa.
Acting for Alexander Abramov and his family in relation to the sanctions imposed against them by the New Zealand and Australian governments.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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
Dan Hughes
Other key lawyers
Richard Idoine; Joey James; Jessica Hanning; Harriet Quinlan