NEW ZEALAND Trends and Developments
Trends and Developments Contributed by: Lance Jones, Olivia Hausmann, Chris Dann, Sam Wilson, Geoff Hosking and Jordan Wright Anthony Harper
Anthony Harper is one of New Zealand’s oldest and most respected law firms, with offices in Auckland and Christchurch and a nationally recognised prac - tice. The corporate and commercial team advises ex - tensively on cross-border private M&A, joint ventures and strategic investments. The firm is widely known
for its expertise in foreign direct investment and regu - larly assists global clients with New Zealand’s over - seas investment and regulatory frameworks. Anthony Harper’s approach combines technical excellence with commercial insight to achieve successful out - comes in complex transactions.
Authors
Lance Jones is a partner in Anthony Harper’s corporate and commercial team and a leading transactional lawyer with more than 20 years’ experience advising on domestic and cross-border mergers and
Chris Dann is a partner in Anthony Harper’s corporate and commercial team and has more than 20 years’ experience advising on domestic and
cross-border mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures,
acquisitions, private equity investments, complex commercial contracts and shareholder and joint venture arrangements. He is known for his ability to cut through issues and guide clients through transactions of all sizes with clarity and efficiency. Lance is also one of New Zealand’s leading advisers on the Overseas Investment Act (New Zealand’s FDI legislation), regularly advising international clients and global law firms on the application of the regime and obtaining consent from the regulator where required.
governance and strategic commercial arrangements. He is adept at navigating complex negotiations and is known for protecting client interests while maintaining constructive stakeholder relationships. Chris regularly acts for New Zealand and international clients on acquisitions, divestments, restructurings and long-term commercial partnerships, including procurement, supply and distribution arrangements. Known for his responsiveness, clarity and commitment to understanding client objectives, he is a trusted adviser on significant and high-value transactions.
Olivia Hausmann is a solicitor in Anthony Harper’s corporate and commercial team, assisting senior lawyers and clients on domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, corporate structuring,
Sam Wilson is a partner in Anthony Harper’s corporate and commercial team, advising on a wide range of corporate matters with particular expertise in domestic and cross- border mergers and acquisitions, joint
commercial advisory and regulatory matters. She is developing experience across a range of industries and regularly supports international clients with transactions involving New Zealand’s overseas investment regime. Olivia is valued for her strong organisational skills, attention to detail and collaborative approach, as well as her ability to provide clear, practical support throughout each stage of a transaction.
ventures, capital raisings and shareholder arrangements. He combines strong technical capability with commercial pragmatism, regularly acting for New Zealand and international clients on complex, high-value transactions across the technology, financial services, and food and beverage sectors. Clients value Sam’s clear, solutions-focused approach and his ability to distil complex issues into practical, outcome-driven advice. He is regarded as a trusted adviser committed to advancing clients’ strategic objectives throughout the deal process.
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