Dentons New Zealand’s employment practice is frequently engaged by public sector organisations as well as clients in construction, infrastructure, retail and technology. Leading the group, Renee Butler is widely recognised for her work on sensitive workplace investigations, often involving allegations of bullying, harassment or theft. James Warren brings notable strength in contentious employment matters, particularly dismissal, discrimination and restrictive covenant claims. Charlotte Parkhill supports a diverse client base, from SMEs to multinational corporations, on restructurings, compliance issues and personal grievance disputes.
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Testimonials
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‘Renee and the Dentons team were great, had all the resources they needed to handle my case.’
‘Renee Butler handled my case, and she was pragmatic and determined all the way through.’
‘Dentons' team is capable, strategic and innovative in its approaches to employment issues. It provides timely and pragmatic advice that is cost-effective. I highly regard the Dentons team for complex and difficult employment matters.’
‘James Warren is strategic and capable, delivering innovative and pragmatic solutions to complex employment issues. Very highly regarded and highly recommended.’
‘Professional, high-quality legal advice. Ensures great knowledge and understanding of our operating environment to ensure legal advice and guidance relevant and tailored to our context. Very responsive. Provides high-quality support in both proactive and reactive legal situations. Billing is well managed with high level of detail and accuracy. Proactive and timely with paperwork and contractual requirements.’
‘Renee Butler provides professional, high-quality legal advice. She is accessible and responsive, delivering pragmatic advice tailored to the client’s context and operating environment. She makes the effort to understand the organisation and its risk tolerance, builds strong relationships, and is regarded as a trusted adviser.’
Key clients
- Harcourts (Team Group Realty Limited)
- Brightwater Engineering Limited
- Department of Corrections
- Zuru Inc
- Oranga Tamariki (Ministry for Children)
- Ministry of Social Development
- NZ Transport Agency
- New Zealand Police
- WorkSafe
- Hone Hato St John
- George Weston Foods
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Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Renee Butler
James Warren
Practice head
Renee Butler
Other key lawyers
Charlotte Parkhill; James Warren