Buddle Findlay is proud to announce that it has been named a double winner at the inaugural Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific & China Awards 2026, taking home New Zealand honours in two categories:
- Client Choice Award - Firm of the Year: New Zealand
- Client Choice Award - Lawyer of the Year: New Zealand - Luke Sizer
The awards were presented at a gala ceremony held on 2 July 2026 at Rosewood Hotel, Beijing, bringing together leaders from the Asia-Pacific and China litigation communities to celebrate excellence in contentious matters and dispute resolution.
Buddle Findlay's litigation and dispute resolution practice offers exceptional depth and breadth of expertise across a wide range of specialist areas. With leading litigators based permanently in all three of New Zealand’s major centres, the team works seamlessly to respond to the demands of complex litigation. Luke Sizer's recognition as 'lawyer of the year' reflects his outstanding contribution to the firm's litigation practice and the consistently high quality advice he provides to clients in challenging and high-stakes matters.
"We are very grateful to our clients for this special recognition. It reflects the high calibre of work done by the team nationally on some of the country's most complex and high profile matters.", said Luke Sizer.
The Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific & China Awards recognise the best litigation and dispute resolution firms and lawyers across the Asia-Pacific and China regions, based on peer nominations, client feedback, and case submissions.
Additionally, Buddle Findlay partners David Broadmore, Scott Barker and Willie Palmer have retained their Litigation Stars ranking by Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific for the sixth year running, while Luke Sizer continues to build on his recognition as a Future Star, now in his second consecutive year. These accolades speak to the depth of expertise and calibre of leadership within Buddle Findlay's litigation and dispute resolution practice.
