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We offer specialist industry knowledge and the ability to contribute strategic advice in a number of key sectors.


Back of a Napkin

Back of a Napkin

Back of a Napkin is a web tool that simplifies the process of creating vital business agreements, helping early stage/startup ventures to tackle...

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Doing business in New Zealand

Doing business in New Zealand

Buddle Findlay is a leading New Zealand corporate law firm, offering comprehensive legal services to both public and private companies…

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Guide to litigation in New Zealand

Guide to litigation in New Zealand

In New Zealand, there is a national court system for formally determining disputes between commercial parties.  This document is a hig…

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A talented team

The practical approach of our team members paves the way for balanced, strategic advice within a broader commercial context.

David Thomson

Partner, Auckland

David specialises in corporate and commercial law with considerable experience in mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, governance,…

David Randal

Partner, Wellington

David specialises in resource management, environmental and Māori law.…

John Buchan

Partner, Christchurch

John specialises in corporate and commercial law and in particular, commercial property.  …

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