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Russell McVeagh
We are a dynamic network of specialists who are champions for our clients’ strategic goals.
Widely regarded as New Zealand's premier law firm, Russell McVeagh is committed to operating on the cutting edge of legal practice. We employ approximately 350 staff and partners across our Auckland and Wellington offices, our lawyers are the best in their fields and recognised internationally for their expertise.
The firm acts for 11 of the NZX 15 companies, and New Zealand's major corporates, including numerous energy and utilities companies, all of New Zealand's retail banks, and New Zealand's largest company and largest listed company.
All of our practice groups are respected as leaders in the market and we assist clients with their most complex, challenging and high-profile transactions.
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Russell McVeagh Acts On Westpac Life Sale
Wednesday, 7 July 2021, 3:06 pm | Russell McVeagh
Russell McVeagh was delighted to assist the Westpac Group with the sale of its New Zealand life insurance business to Fidelity Life for $400 million. The sale includes a 15-year strategic partnership agreement for the provision of life insurance products ... More >>
Employment Expert Joins Russell McVeagh Partnership
Thursday, 1 July 2021, 8:22 am | Russell McVeagh
Employment specialist Emma Peterson has been named Russell McVeagh's newest partner*. Specialising in employment law and health and safety, Emma is promoted from her current role as Senior Associate in the firm's team based in Auckland. She advises on all ... More >>
Russell McVeagh Assists On Largest Sustainability Linked Loan In New Zealand
Tuesday, 1 June 2021, 12:47 pm | Russell McVeagh
Russell McVeagh has assisted ANZ New Zealand Limited (ANZ) who, together with National Australia Bank (NAB), were joint Sustainability Coordinators for Kathmandu Holdings Limited's A$300m debt facility refinancing, which has included the establishment ... More >>
Russell McVeagh Wishes INFINZ Awards' Nominees Best Of Luck
Friday, 30 April 2021, 10:51 am | Russell McVeagh
Russell McVeagh has assisted clients with a number of noteworthy transactions in the last year which are recognised as finalists in the lead up to this year's 2021 INFINZ Awards to be held in May. Board Chair Allison Arthur-Young said, “Congratulations ... More >>
Russell McVeagh Welcomes Back 6 Senior Lawyers
Monday, 29 March 2021, 12:02 pm | Russell McVeagh
Russell McVeagh is welcoming back an impressive group of senior alumni who have returned to the firm over recent months, with many of these lawyers re-joining the firm following overseas experience working at top global law firms. In addition to ... More >>
Tax Partner Greg Neill Returns To Russell McVeagh
Friday, 12 March 2021, 10:20 am | Russell McVeagh
Russell McVeagh is delighted to announce that Tax expert and alumnus Greg Neill is returning to the firm as Russell McVeagh's newest Tax partner, effective 1 April 2021*. Based in the firm's Auckland office, Greg returns to Russell McVeagh following ... More >>
Allison Arthur-Young Appointed Russell McVeagh's New Board Chair
Wednesday, 24 February 2021, 9:47 am | Russell McVeagh
Russell McVeagh Partner and Board member Allison Arthur-Young has been elected as Russell McVeagh's Board Chair. <img src="https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/2102/22b7a71aa7710abbb7fb.jpeg" width="720" height="374"> Allison Arthur-Young Arthur-Young, ... More >>
Russell McVeagh Named Large Law Firm Of The Year And Employer Of Choice At NZ Law Awards
Friday, 11 December 2020, 2:58 pm | Russell McVeagh
· Debt Market Deal of the Year – Excellence Award for LGFA syndicated bond offers: Led by Banking and Finance partner Deemple Budhia , Russell McVeagh's team advised on the LGFA syndicated bonds offer, which comprised LGFA's first two syndicated offers ... More >>
5 New Market-leading Partners For Russell McVeagh
Tuesday, 1 December 2020, 10:02 am | Russell McVeagh
Russell McVeagh has today announced the promotions of two of its standout lawyers, Michael Taylor and Simon Pilkinton , who join the firm's partnership effective 1 December 2020. The appointment of Michael and Simon continues to build depth in the ... More >>
Guidance For Boards Amidst The Pandemic
Wednesday, 18 November 2020, 8:24 am | Russell McVeagh
Leading law firm Russell McVeagh has today released analysis of announcements made by the constituent members of the NZX 20, in its 'Governance challenges amidst the pandemic' report, to provide insight on current practices relating to providing earnings ... More >>
Russell McVeagh Advises On World-leading Natural Disaster Insurance Claims Model
Thursday, 12 November 2020, 9:27 am | Russell McVeagh
Russell McVeagh has been working alongside the Earthquake Commission (EQC) on a project that will see EQC work in partnership with private insurers to improve customer experience and support New Zealanders through natural disasters in future. Announced ... More >>
Russell McVeagh Advises On Scentre Group's Inaugural US$3b Subordinated Hybrid Notes Issue
Tuesday, 22 September 2020, 8:34 am | Russell McVeagh
Russell McVeagh has acted as part of a multi-jurisdictional team to assist Scentre Group, owner and operator of Westfield in Australia and New Zealand, on its US$3.0 billion subordinated hybrid note issue in the United States market. Working alongside ... More >>
Russell McVeagh advises ANZ on completion of UDC sale
Tuesday, 1 September 2020, 12:04 pm | Russell McVeagh
Russell McVeagh has advised ANZ Bank on its NZ$762 million sale of UDC Finance to Japan's Shinsei Bank, which closed today. Partners Ian Beaumont , Deemple Budhia and Fred Ward led the transaction, working closely with senior associates Jesse Fairley ... More >>
Russell McVeagh Advises UDC On $2 Billion Auto And Equipment Finance-backed Securitisation
Tuesday, 1 September 2020, 11:54 am | Russell McVeagh
Russell McVeagh has advised UDC on the establishment of its landmark $2 billion AAA rated auto and equipment finance-backed syndicated securitisation programme, New Zealand's largest ever non-bank securitisation. Partner Deemple Budhia , working ... More >>
Russell McVeagh Assists Clients With Significant Transactions In Challenging Environment
Tuesday, 9 June 2020, 9:55 am | Russell McVeagh
Russell McVeagh has continued to assist clients with a number of notable transactions throughout the lockdown, helping to deliver results in what has been a turbulent environment for many corporates. National Practice Group Chair for Corporate Advisory ... More >>
Russell McVeagh Advises On ANZ's Sale Of UDC
Friday, 5 June 2020, 11:37 am | Russell McVeagh
Russell McVeagh is pleased to have advised ANZ Bank New Zealand Limited (ANZ NZ) on the sale of its asset finance business, UDC Finance Limited, to Japan's Shinsei Bank for NZ$762 million. ANZ NZ's sale of UDC forms part of its strategy to simplify ... More >>
Russell McVeagh Promotes Property & Construction Expert To Partner
Friday, 3 April 2020, 9:31 am | Russell McVeagh
Property and construction expert Caleb Hensman has joined the Russell McVeagh partnership. Caleb started at the firm as a solicitor in 2011, and following a stint overseas, progressed to the role of senior solicitor in June 2015 and senior associate in December ... More >>
Russell McVeagh Expands Team With Senior Appointments In Property & Construction, Litigation
Tuesday, 3 March 2020, 2:18 pm | Russell McVeagh
Russell McVeagh recently added three senior members to its team, with Special Counsel Spencer Naicker and Brigette Shone, and Senior Associate Patrick Tumelty, joining the firm in February. Special Counsel Spencer Naicker has joined the firm's Property ... More >>
Acclaimed litigator Kirsten Massey joins Russell McVeagh
Monday, 24 February 2020, 10:18 am | Russell McVeagh
After 15 years working abroad, litigation expert Kirsten Massey has been welcomed back to Russell McVeagh as the firm's newest partner. More >>
Sarah Keene a 'Star Individual' for Competition/Antitrust
Friday, 20 December 2019, 2:03 pm | Russell McVeagh
Russell McVeagh Partner Sarah Keene has been named a 'Star Individual' by Chambers and Partners - the only individual in New Zealand to have received this ranking for Competition/Antitrust. More >>
