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AML/CFT class exemptions renewed until 31 December 2026

20 December 2024

AML/CFT class exemptions are extended until 31 December 2026, ensuring continued regulatory relief for exempt reporting entities. For detailed information on these updates, read our update here or contact our experts.

AML amendments update

20 December 2024

On Wednesday 18 December 2024, a new Amendment Bill was introduced to Parliament, aimed at making New Zealand’s AML/CFT system more risk-based, effective and efficient. We outline the key proposed amendments to the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism 2009 (Act) at the link below.

World Watch 2024

17 December 2024

New Zealand’s second emissions reduction plan

13 December 2024

Data Points December 2024

09 December 2024

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.

Climate-related disclosures: FMA and Chapman Tripp analysis and outlook for 2025

06 December 2024

As New Zealand’s first year of implementing its mandatory climate-related disclosure (CRD) regime draws to a close, we cover: the Financial Markets Authority's (FMA's) just released CRD monitoring report, our analysis of CRDs published to date, recent changes to the Climate Standard adoption provisions, overseas trends and areas for focus in FY25.

Submissions sought for Commerce Act review

06 December 2024

Court shines light on due diligence duties in big companies

28 November 2024

The Auckland District Court guilty verdict against former Ports of Auckland Limited CEO, Tony Gibson, for failing to exercise his due diligence obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act has important ramifications for other officers in large organisations. It is the first conviction against an officer under the governance reforms arising from the Pike River disaster. We background the case, explore the principles the court applied, and identify some lessons for wider application.

Chapman Tripp advises on Connexa equity divestments and strategic land acquisition

18 December 2024

Chapman Tripp is pleased to announce its role in advising on two significant transactions involving Connexa, a leading provider of mobile infrastructure in New Zealand.

Chapman Tripp Wins KangaNews NZ Law Firm of the Year for Ninth Consecutive Year

12 December 2024

Chapman Tripp is delighted to announce that we have been named the New Zealand Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 KangaNews Awards, marking our ninth consecutive win. 

Celebrating fourteen new Senior Solicitors

02 December 2024

Chapman Tripp is delighted to announce the appointment of 14 new Senior Solicitors, effective 1 December, 2024. Harrison Cooper, Morgan Dalton-Mill, Trent Harris, Madeleine Hay, Josh Hayes, Emily James, David Keogh, Ella Knoester, Daniel Maier-Gant, Rebecca Meikle, Georgia Moore, Tallulah Parker, Ruby Tinson and Romy Wales have all been promoted, in recognition of their expertise and contribution to the firm.

Chapman Tripp advises on deals recognised at 2024 NZ Law Awards

29 November 2024

We are honoured to have played a pivotal role in a number of the deals recognised at this year’s New Zealand Law Awards, including advising on the Project Finance Deal of the Year, the Mid-Market Deal of the Year, and eleven deals that were recognised with excellence awards.

Chapman Tripp wins Asia Pacific award for digital transformation

20 November 2024

Chapman Tripp has won the Best in Future of Work Award at the 2024 IDC Future Enterprise Awards for the Asia Pacific region. This follows on from its win at the Australia and New Zealand awards in October. Spanning 12 countries, the awards recognise organisations that are redefining their industries through outstanding digital transformation (DX) efforts and harnessing technology to achieve business success and gain competitive advantage.

New Partners and Special Counsel for Chapman Tripp

06 November 2024

Chapman Tripp is pleased to announce it is welcoming Philip Ascroft, Tom Jemson and Vonda Engels to the partnership. In addition, Rachael Irvine-Shanks and Melanie Hayes have been promoted to Special Counsel.

Three Chapman Tripp Partners named Elite Women

30 October 2024

We are thrilled that Chapman Tripp Partners Emma Sutcliffe, Laura Fraser and Lauren Curtayne have been recognised on NZ Lawyer’s 2024 Elite Women List. The list includes 30 exceptional female leaders that have influenced the New Zealand legal profession in a way that demonstrates a passion for the law.

Chapman Tripp advises Auckland Airport on new domestic jet terminal

23 October 2024

Chapman Tripp is pleased to have advised Auckland Airport on its contract with Hawkins Limited for construction of a new domestic jet terminal building. Expected to be completed in 2029, and valued at approximately $800 million, this will be the major structure in the airport’s terminal integration programme which will provide resilience and capacity to support the future of travel through the airport. Chapman Tripp has advised on all aspects of the project, including assisting Auckland Airport to enter into various early works arrangements, civil works packages and other key packages including the procurement of a new integrated baggage system. The team was led by @Partners Hamish Bolland and Kylie Mutch, with support from Partner @Sam Holden and other team members @Meika McHardy, @Max Williams, @Andrew Smylie and @Gianna Fava. Click the link below to read more.

Insolvency in construction

22 April 2024

In this Sound Counsel podcast, Kylie Mutch, a partner in our Construction & Major Projects team, gives her expert insights into insolvency in construction. In particular providing some top tips for mitigating insolvency risk.

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.

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.