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Our perspective: Foundations for Aotearoa's future

05 September 2023

The Election Survey shows that amongst the business community there is appetite to embrace these challenging times as an opportunity, and usher in policy and legislative change to facilitate economic recovery.

Toward an agreed managed retreat strategy

29 August 2023

The Environment Committee has been asked to begin an inquiry into the design of a proactive community-led retreat and adaptation funding strategy for Aotearoa New Zealand. The inquiry will support the development of the long-awaited Climate Adaptation Bill to deal with how central and local government assist communities to adapt to the effects of climate change.

Financial Market Infrastructures standards

21 August 2023

The standards for designated Financial Market Infrastructures, developed by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand and the Financial Markets Authority to support the new FMI regime, have been issued. The regime is coming into effect in March 2024.

Data Points August 2023

15 August 2023

Privacy and data protection is an evolving area of law as regulators try to keep up with fast-developing technologies, the rapid accumulation of data and increasingly sophisticated cyber-criminals.

Commerce Commission collaboration and sustainability guidance

14 August 2023

Businesses are facing increased pressure to take action on ESG issues and often believe their sustainability goals are best achieved through a collaborative approach rather than by acting alone. But collaboration among competitors triggers competition law risk. The Commerce Commission has published draft Collaboration and Sustainability Guidelines for public comment.

Company & Securities Law Resources

09 August 2023

​Chapman Tripp has provided relevant links to the core company/securities law on the New Zealand legislation website.

Who carries the can when bank depositors are scammed?

09 August 2023

The UK Supreme Court’s recent decision in Philipp v Barclays Bank has pulled back on a possible expansion of banks’ “Quincecare duty”, and provides clarity for banks in an era of increasing (and increasingly sophisticated) bank scams. But the decision also highlights the difficult question of justice for bank depositors who may lose their life savings to such scams. We review the implications of Philipp, and survey what else might be done to deal with payment transfer fraud.

Funding in challenging economic times

08 August 2023

At a recent CFO focussed panel discussion, Chapman Tripp Partner Cathryn Barber was joined by independent economist Cameron Bagrie, Westpac Head of Corporate and Structured Finance Richard Anderson, and Mercury Energy CFO William Meek. The panellists covered the opportunities and challenges ahead, the outlook for corporate customers, funding innovation insights, and working with lenders/investors across domestic and international markets. Please click the link to read insights from the discussion.

Chapman Tripp advises Pepper Money on prime residential mortgage portfolio acquisition

29 September 2023

Chapman Tripp is delighted to have advised Pepper Money Limited on its a binding agreement to acquire the New Zealand prime residential mortgage portfolio of HSBC. This is a significant deal in the New Zealand market for a non-bank lender.

Two new attorneys for Chapman Tripp Patents

27 September 2023

We are delighted to announce that two new patent experts have joined our rapidly growing practice, Chapman Tripp Patents. We welcome Senior Associate, Toby Larsson Hogman and Patent Attorney, Hossein Mehrabi.

solarZero and New Zealand Green Investment Finance pave the way for new solar financing

25 September 2023

solarZero has again partnered with New Zealand Green Investment Finance to become the cornerstone participant in a new NZGIF Solar Finance programme.

Debt capital markets heating up

12 September 2023

Last week was one of the busiest on record for New Zealand issuers in the debt markets, with six offers pricing over the course of the week. After a slow start this year, the record-breaking issuance levels are a positive indicator of the markets’ health.

New Property Partner for Chapman Tripp Christchurch

05 September 2023

We are delighted to announce that Ingrid Taylor is joining our Christchurch team as a Partner in our Property practice. Ingrid is an experienced and successful property practitioner, and previously led Christchurch firm, Taylor Shaw.

Wellington City Council finalises significant deal under the Infrastructure Funding and Financing Act

10 August 2023

We are delighted to have advised Wellington City Council on its significant deal under the Infrastructure Funding and Financing Act. The deal, which includes an innovative funding model which will fund the construction of a new sludge minimisation facility at Moa Point.

Chapman Tripp announced finalist in 2023 Women in Business Law Awards

25 July 2023

Chapman Tripp has been announced as a New Zealand Firm of the Year finalist in the 2023 Women in Business Law Awards, and four of its Partners have also been shortlisted, highlighting their accomplishments and contributions to the legal profession.

Mānawatia a Matariki: A lot to celebrate this Matariki

19 July 2023

Te Waka Ture, Chapman Tripp’s Māori Business Team, finds much to celebrate and reflect on in its Trends & Insights publication Te Ao Māori, released today to mark Matariki.

Bank liability for customer scams

09 August 2023

The UK Supreme Court’s recent decision in Philipp v Barclays Bank has pulled back on a possible expansion of banks’ “Quincecare duty”, and provides clarity for banks in an era of increasing (and increasingly sophisticated) bank scams. But the decision also highlights the difficult question of justice for bank depositors who may lose their life savings to such scams. We review the implications of Philipp, and survey what else might be done to deal with payment transfer fraud.

Cost escalation in construction

17 August 2022

In this Sound Counsel podcast, Kylie Mutch, a senior associate in our Construction & Major Projects team, gives her expert insights into what lies ahead for the construction industry, when looking at cost escalation.

The impacts of supply chain disruption on construction contracts

26 July 2022

There is no denying that the last few years have brought immense change in the construction industry, and the challenges keep coming. In this Sound Counsel podcast, Kylie Mutch gives her expert insights after living and breathing these changes with her clients.

A time for directors to bring their best game

16 May 2022

Off the back of our 2022 Corporate Governance – trends & insights report, we sit down with Partner Roger Wallis to discuss developments in the board composition of the NZX Main Board Top 75.

Fair Pay Agreements Bill – game-changer or dead meat?

14 April 2022

The importance of term sheets

11 April 2022

Tech firms looking to be acquired by offshore purchasers will often be presented with term sheets offering an attractive headline purchase price, with negotiation then leading to signature and an exclusivity period before legal and financial advice is engaged. Hear Partner Joshua Pringle explain how to ensure the term sheet is right.

Charting the Top 75 – trends in the data

08 December 2020

Partner Roger Wallis discusses the trends in the data collected from the Top 75 listed companies, charting developments in board composition, size, diversity, length of service and reporting.

A time for boardrooms to hold their nerve

30 November 2020

Off the back of our 2020 Corporate Governance – trends & insights report, we sit down with Partner Roger Wallis to reflect on the key theme in this year's publication – a plea for boardrooms to hold their nerve.