NEW ZEALAND Trends and Developments
Trends and Developments Contributed by: Kiri Harkess McElroys
McElroys is a specialist insurance law firm based in Auckland, known for its work for New Zealand and in- ternational insurers. It is led by partners Andrea Chal- lis, Peter Hunt, Kiri Harkess and Andrew Colgan, with a team of 13 lawyers. With over three decades of ex- perience, McElroys is recognised for its deep sector knowledge, collaborative approach, strong advocacy and technical excellence. The firm acts for insurers and insureds across all areas of insurance, provid- ing indemnity advice and legal representation in pro- fessional indemnity, directors’ and officers’ liability,
public liability, property, maritime, statutory liability, employment liability, and health and life insurance claims. McElroys has represented parties in many high-profile civil and insurance disputes, including recently overturning on appeal negligence findings against the defendant law firm in Grimshaw & Co v Body Corporate 207624 [2025] NZCA 392 and suc- cessfully defending the Captain of the Enchanter against Health and Safety charges in Maritime New Zealand v Goodhew [2024] NZDC 12301, following the capsizing of the boat with five fatalities. practice. She is known for her clear, pragmatic advice and her ability to manage complex matters efficiently, whether through litigation or ADR. She brings a thoughtful and client-focused approach to every engagement, combining sound legal analysis with an understanding of commercial realities to help clients manage risk and resolve disputes. Kiri is a member of the New Zealand Insurance Law Association, among other organisations.
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Kiri Harkess joined the McElroys partnership in 2015 and has practised as a civil litigator since 2004. She has a strong practice in insurance law and civil litigation. She acts for insurers on indemnity disputes, and represents
insurers and insureds in professional negligence and disciplinary claims, regulatory actions and other civil disputes. Kiri also leads McElroys’ employment law
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