Dentons New Zealand‘s dispute resolution team handles complex commercial and public law matters across New Zealand. Linda Clark leads the practice, with experience in insurance, earthquake-related and natural hazard claims. David Campbell specialises in commercial and civil litigation, focusing on competition law and liability insurance. Hayden Wilson co-leads the Wellington litigation team, with expertise in public, regulatory and commercial disputes and mediation. James McMillan advises on receiverships, liquidations, and insolvency matters. Patrick Glennie serves as special counsel in Auckland, while Jeremy Bell-Connell supports on contractual and trust disputes.
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‘The team I have worked with is headed by James McMillan, who has an outstanding combination of legal nous, pastoral instinct, and commercial acumen. His 2-i-c, Patrick Glennie, is deceptively bright and highly astute.’
‘Very solid team – strong expertise in government work and also in mediation.’
‘Hayden Wilson is a standout. Jeremy Bell-Connell is a rising star especially in the private wealth area.’
‘The team at Dentons have been our trusted adviser for many years. I have confidence in the advice that is given to us. Pathways and solutions are delivered to us in a "real-world" practical way, entirely relevant and de-risking the conflict that we have had to manage.’
‘Renee Butler is a standout. She is exceptionally responsive, knows our business and addresses our requests in a unique, commercial and exceptionally professional, yet personable, way.’
Key clients
- Glidepath
- Medical Council of New Zealand
- Institute of Professional Engineers New Zealand
- Deloitte
- ANZ
- New Zealand Forest Owners Association
- Callin Auto Japan Limited
- Natural Hazards Commission
- Reserve Bank of New Zealand
- Jevon McSkimming
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Practice head
Linda Clark
Other key lawyers
David Campbell; Hayden Wilson; James McMillan; Patrick Glennie; Jeremy Bell-Connell; Renee Butler