Hesketh Henry’s construction and real estate practices cover the full spectrum of their respective fields. The construction team, led by Glen Holm-Hansen, specialises in disputes across all stages of projects, from procurement and contractual issues through to post-construction adjudications, mediations, arbitrations, and High Court proceedings. Nick Gillies has also been central to developing the firm’s construction practice, while Helen Macfarlane provides expertise in construction, property, and insurance disputes. The real estate practice, co-led by Robert Berry and Barret Blaylock, advises on acquisitions, disposals, developments, subdivisions, leasing, and communal ownership matters. Brian Coburn provides advisory and transactional support for high-value commercial property investments, often representing overseas high-net-worth clients. Melissa Russell joined from Kennedys in October 2024.
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Testimonials
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- 'They talk in plain language and provide options.'
- 'Barret Blaylock is responsive and timely when services are required.'
Key clients
- BW Group Kahawai Point Developments Ltd Octagon Developments Ltd Octagon (Terrace Management) Ltd The Marianne Caughey Smith Preston Memorial Rest Homes Trust Board The General Trust Board of the Diocese of Auckland Airedale Property Trust New Zealand Methodist Trust Association Synergy Properties -The Palms Lifestyle Village Ltd -Pinefarm 25 Joint Venture 22 Terrace Investment Ltd Speldhurst Country Estate Ltd -Richmond Villas Ltd McConnell Dowell -Focus Group (including Focus Remediation) Naylor Love -SRG Global -WSP -Norman Disney & Young AECOM -Gensler -Russell Group (including Dominion Constructors Ltd) Form Building & Developments CMP Construction Mainmark Ground Engineering MAXRaft Steelcraft Engineering Teak Construction Group
Work highlights
Advising Kahawai Point Developments Ltd on its greenfield development of an 800+ lot residential subdivision.
Lawyers
Leading partners: Real estate and construction
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Robert Berry; Barret Blaylock; Glen Holm-Hansen
Other key lawyers
Nick Gillies; Helen Macfarlane; Brian Coburn; Melissa Russell