A key port of call for developers, investors, and property funds, Tompkins Wake is reputed for its large-scale development capabilities. In Hamilton, Scott Ratuki is often engaged in commercial property transactions, while Campbell Stewart is well-versed in infrastructure projects. Briar Shaw often handles overseas investment, and in Auckland, Jacinda May is another key team member.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Tompkin Wakes' real estate team are fantastic. Each time we have engaged their team we are consistently impressed with their professionalism, attention to detail, efficiency and client engagement.'
- 'Their team has taken the time to know our business, how our company operates, and how we appreciate our transactions to be run. We have now built together a brilliant synergy which is so important for external legal providers and clients to achieve efficient and seamless outcomes.’
- ‘I have had the pleasure of working with several partners at Tompkins Wake and have found them equally pleasant to work with. They have collectively always delivered sound advice on commercial property matters and have a wide range of experience. ’
- ‘My experience with Tomkins Wake has been first class, from partners to associates and interns. They consistently deliver great advice and support in a timely manner. I appreciate the pragmatic advice, and the diversity at TW is helpful in ensuring all perspectives and cultures are considered in advice and support we receive.’
Key clients
- Waikato Regional Property Theatre Trust
- AFI Investments
- Foster Construction Group
- Rotorua Lakes Council
- Hamilton City Council
- Waipa District Council
- WEL Energy Networks Limited
- Waitomo District Council
- Obayashi Clean Energy NZ Limited
Work highlights
Acted for Foster Construction Group on numerous matters relating to the acquisition of properties for development.
Advised AFI Investments Limited in respect of a major commercial development comprising 5 office towers (23,000sqm of A Grade CBD office space) in downtown Hamilton.
Acted for Waikato Regional Property Theatre on the initial acquisition of the property the theatre is to be built on.
Lawyers
Practice head
Scott Ratuki; Campbell Stewart
Other key lawyers
Briar Shaw; Jacinda May; Tom Price