Simpson Grierson advises clients across finance, healthcare, retail, and energy on emerging tech, including wearable devices, digital identity, and social media innovations. The TMT team is led by Karen Ngan, an expert in technology, telecoms, and data protection, with deep experience in launching and scaling new technologies. Jania Baigent focuses on media and cybersecurity disputes, while Ashton Walsh leads the firm’s strong sports law practice.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Our key relationships are Ashton Walsh and Richard Watts. From a sports law and IP perspective, they are deeply embedded and act as an extension of our wider commercial team. They share the same values and aspirations in supporting the New Zealand team to succeed, and this depth of alignment is highly valued.’
- ‘They combine knowledge, relevance, and innovation, providing advice that is both strategic and actionable. They have a strong understanding of sports law and IP rights, as well as deep insight into the New Zealand market.’
Key clients
- The a2 Milk Company Limited
- ASB
Work highlights
Advising Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora, New Zealand’s public health service, in responding to a significant data breach involving the national vaccination database, including obtaining injunctive relief and take down orders preventing further publication or sharing of the breached data.
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Practice head
Karen Ngan; Jania Baigent; Ashton Walsh
Other key lawyers
Michelle Dunlop; Richard Watts