Dentons New Zealand‘s team acts for leading financial institutions and other significant players in the insolvency market. Its work covers alternatives to formal insolvency appointments. A particular focus is collaborating with the firm’s construction and major projects team on restructurings, debt recovery, enforcement, priority disputes, and voidable transactions. The team is led by James McMillan, supported by David Shillson and Joshua Jones, who bring experience in commercial matters across New Zealand.
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‘James McMillan, Nick Scott and Patrick Glennie combine to make a very strong, commercial and insolvency/restructuring focused team.’
‘James McMillan is very conscientious and adept at managing the risk profiles on all engagements. Nick Scott takes a very practical and level-headed approach to commercial matters, ensuring robust advice.’
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Practice head
James McMillan
Other key lawyers
David Shillson; Joshua Jones; Nick Scott; Patrick Glennie