Advocacy and government relations

At some point, you might need to engage with the government on issues of public policy, regulation and change management.  We provide the legal and strategic advocacy advice you need to ensure that your voice is heard and your views are understood by the right people.

The changing economic and political environment presents opportunities as well as risks for many organisations in the private sector.  We can help you understand the implications that a new development or policy direction may have for your business. 

We provide our services in a way that recognises that policy-makers want to hear primarily from those affected by proposals, not their lawyers.

Alternatively, you may wish to influence the development of government policy.  We can assist by advising you on the best way to promote an amendment to existing or proposed regulation, or to support new regulation.

We have substantial expertise and experience in:

• Making submissions on government bills, discussion papers, and other communications

• Developing policy arguments and articulating those arguments in the form of draft legislation and regulations

• Identifying and liaising with relevant government agencies and individuals

• Working with clients and their specialist communications advisors to develop and implement coordinated communications strategies.

We have an extensive advocacy practice, and work for major New Zealand companies in a range of industries.