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The Public Works Act 1981 Needs Some Reform

Wednesday, 4 November 2015, 3:23 pm | Simpson Grierson

A report, based on the findings of a recent survey commissioned by Simpson Grierson and LAPA (Local Authority Property Association), identifies what those directly involved in the local government sector think about the Public Works Act. More >>

Simpson Grierson advises Archer Capital on Aspire2

Tuesday, 3 November 2015, 3:15 pm | Simpson Grierson

Simpson Grierson advised Australian private equity firm Archer Capital on the establishment of a new industry leading education business called Aspire2, formed through the acquisition of five New Zealand based private education businesses. The group will initially ... More >>

Simpson Grierson wins at the Diversity Awards NZ 2015

Thursday, 27 August 2015, 12:37 pm | Simpson Grierson

Simpson Grierson won the Positive Inclusion Award at the prestigious Diversity Awards at a ceremony held in Auckland last night. The awards are presented by the Equal Employment Opportunities Trust. Simpson Grierson won the Positive Inclusion Award, ... More >>

Simpson Grierson Celebrates 10 Years of Supporting Youthline

Wednesday, 22 July 2015, 10:08 am | Simpson Grierson

Simpson Grierson Celebrates 10 Years of Supporting Youthline Simpson Grierson is celebrating 10 years of supporting Youthline, the organisation committed to helping New Zealand's young people. Youthline is Simpson Grierson's main charitable partner. ... More >>

Simpson Grierson advises Marlborough Lines

Monday, 6 July 2015, 3:57 pm | Simpson Grierson

The Simpson Grierson team of Michael Pollard and Anastasiya Gutorova has recently advised Marlborough Lines Limited in its acquisition of Yealands Wine Group Limited. More >>

Simpson Grierson Awards Employment Law Prize

Friday, 22 May 2015, 2:47 pm | Simpson Grierson

The award recognises the student with the best overall mark in the University of Auckland's employment law class. Richard was presented with a cheque for $1,500 at a function in the firm's Auckland office today. More >>

Simpson Grierson Awards Environmental Law Prize

Tuesday, 17 March 2015, 4:29 pm | Simpson Grierson

Rachael Witney is the winner of the Simpson Grierson Environmental Law Prize for 2014. The award recognises the student with the best overall mark in the University of Waikato's environmental law paper. Rachael was presented with a cheque for $1,000 ... More >>

Simpson Grierson helps Accel Partners into Xero Invesment

Friday, 13 March 2015, 5:26 pm | Simpson Grierson

Simpson Grierson has acted as New Zealand legal counsel to Silicon Valley based venture capital firm Accel Partners on its NZ$132.9 million (USD100 million) strategic investment in Xero Limited, anNZX and ASX listed software company that develops cloud-based ... More >>

Simpson Grierson acts for Accel Partners

Monday, 2 March 2015, 10:37 am | Simpson Grierson

Simpson Grierson partner Michael Pollard and senior associate Andrew Matthews have acted for US private equity firm Accel Partners on its NZ$132.9 million private placement investment in Xero. Accel Partners is a leading Silicon Valley venture capital firm, ... More >>

Simpson Grierson advises Graymont on purchases

Monday, 15 December 2014, 4:01 pm | Simpson Grierson

Simpson Grierson advises Graymont on purchase of McDonalds Lime and Taylors Lime Simpson Grierson partner Michael Pollard and senior associate Mark Tan have acted for Canadian lime business Graymont in its purchase of McDonalds Lime from Holcim ... More >>

Simpson Grierson acts in sale of ISO Limited to Qube

Monday, 15 December 2014, 3:55 pm | Simpson Grierson

Simpson Grierson acts in sale of ISO Limited to Qube Simpson Grierson partner Michael Pollard and senior associate Andrew Matthews have acted for FIGG Investments Limited in the sale of New Zealand's stevedoring and marshalling company, ISO Limited, to ... More >>

Tony Ryall Appointed Head of Public Policy: Simpson Grierson

Tuesday, 11 November 2014, 12:08 pm | Simpson Grierson

Simpson Grierson announced today that Tony Ryall will be joining the firm as Head of the Public Policy practice, starting at the end of January next year. More >>

Simplifying Holidays Act Should Be the Govt's Top Priority

Wednesday, 1 October 2014, 5:14 pm | Simpson Grierson

Survey findings published today recommend that the Government focuses on simplifying the Holidays Act 2003. The findings are drawn from a survey of HR professionals conducted by law firm, Simpson Grierson. The firm asked respondents to rank the top three employment ... More >>

Senior Associate Katherine Viskovic Welcomed

Monday, 15 September 2014, 4:59 pm | Simpson Grierson

Simpson Grierson has strengthened its Wellington local government and environment team with the appointment of Katherine Viskovic as Senior Associate. Katherine joined the team on 8 September 2014. More >>

Simpson Grierson first in NZ to be awarded the Rainbow Tick

Thursday, 28 August 2014, 3:02 pm | Simpson Grierson

Simpson Grierson is the first organisation in New Zealand to meet the standard required to be awarded the Rainbow Tick. More >>

Simpson Grierson Appoints Lizzy Wiessing as Senior Associate

Monday, 4 August 2014, 2:51 pm | Simpson Grierson

Simpson Grierson has strengthened its Wellington local government and environment team with the appointment of Lizzy Wiessing as Senior Associate. More >>

Simpson Grierson Wins Equal Pay Award

Thursday, 24 July 2014, 9:54 am | Simpson Grierson

Simpson Grierson was awarded the Silver Award at the inaugural YWCA Equal Pay Awards announced in Auckland last night. The Silver Award acknowledges Simpson Grierson's commitment to equality. Simpson Grierson HR Director Jo Copeland says: "We are ... More >>

Economic Growth And Jobs Are Key Priorities

Monday, 21 July 2014, 9:25 am | Simpson Grierson

A new report highlights the major concerns for Mayors and Chairs A report, based on the findings of a recent survey, identifies what Mayors and Chairs of local authorities think are the major issues facing their communities and organisations. Commissioned ... More >>

Simpson Grierson Appoints Aimee Sandilands

Wednesday, 9 July 2014, 3:13 pm | Simpson Grierson

Simpson Grierson has strengthened its Wellington commercial team with the appointment of Aimee Sandilands as Senior Associate. More >>

Simpson Grierson Awards Employment Law Prize

Thursday, 22 May 2014, 9:36 am | Simpson Grierson

Maria Bialostocki is the winner of this year's Simpson Grierson Employment Law Prize. The prize is awarded annually to the student with the best overall mark in the University of Auckland's employment law classes. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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