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Auckland (Tāmaki Makaurau) is New Zealand’s largest city with a population of over 1.6 million, approximately one third of the country’s entire population. Auckland is the major financial, business and economic hub of the country, with the city contributing over a third of New Zealand’s GDP.

Dentons has a long history in Auckland and is recognised as being a leading full service commercial law firm. As part of the world’s largest global law firm, we offer our clients unparalleled access to the legal expertise in over 80 countries and more than 160 locations.

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Recognition

Dentons in New Zealand celebrates two rising stars recognised in the NZ Lawyer’s Future Leaders list

April 22, 2025

New Zealand: Dentons is proud to announce that Kate Rouch and Oliver Hobbs have been recognised as Future Leaders by Australasian Lawyer and NZ Lawyer. Selected from a competitive field of young legal professionals across Australia and New Zealand, they have been celebrated for their outstanding achievements, leadership and commitment to the legal profession.

Dentons in New Zealand achieves coveted double Gold ranking in WTR 1000 for IP Enforcement and Litigation and Prosecution and Strategy

February 10, 2025

Dentons New Zealand is proud to announce its Intellectual Property (IP) practice has received Gold recognition in the WTR 1000 rankings for Enforcement and Litigation as well as Prosecution and Strategy. The rankings reinforce Dentons’ dedication to top-tier client service and expertise in New Zealand IP law.

Hayden Wilson recognised as one of the Large Law Firm leaders of the year

January 28, 2025

Dentons New Zealand is proud to announce that Hayden Wilson has been selected for Australasian Lawyer and NZ Lawyer’s Law Firm Leaders of the Year 2025. This accolade highlights Hayden's exceptional leadership and significant contributions to the legal profession over the past 18 months. 

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Insights

Employment Echo - July Edition

July 2, 2025

New Zealand: In this edition of the Echo, we look at the cost of litigation in relation to Wiles v The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Auckland and the increased consideration of the International Labour Organisation in employment cases. We also discuss the Government’s announcement to change WorkSafe’s focus to education (rather than enforcement) and the new ‘Parent Boost Visa’. 

You may be saying it best when you say nothing at all … that is until the law decides you’ve said enough

June 24, 2025

New Zealand: The High Court in Preiss v Vermeulen is a good reminder of a familiar lesson: a vendor who consistently offers broad guarantees for certain goods, but sometimes stays silent, may find those guarantees apply across all of their transactions for those goods. To read more about the decision and its key takeaways click the article.

Overseas Investment Act Reform 2025

June 19, 2025

New Zealand: The long-awaited Overseas Investment (National Interest Test and Other Matters) Amendment Bill (the Bill) was introduced to Parliament yesterday.  Its arrival has been anticipated since February, when the Government first announced plans to overhaul the Overseas Investment Act 2005 (OIA). To read more click here.

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News and Events

Recent Press Releases

Dentons growth continues with the promotion of seven new Partners in New Zealand

July 4, 2025

Dentons is delighted to announce the promotion of seven new partners which will take place over the next six months across all our offices in New Zealand. These promotions will strengthen our presence nationally and our ability to deliver exceptional service to our clients. Click here to find out more.

Dentons Litigation and Dispute Resolution team grows with two key promotions

July 2, 2025

Dentons in New Zealand is thrilled to announce two senior promotions. Gillian Weir is being promoted to Special Counsel in Auckland and Lucinda King to Senior Associate in Wellington. Their promotions reflect the expertise and leadership they bring to our Litigation and Dispute Resolution team.

Joshua Jones strengthens Dentons Banking and Finance Practice in New Zealand

April 29, 2025

New Zealand: Dentons in New Zealand continues to strengthen its Banking and Finance team with the arrival of Joshua Jones, on 28 April 2025.

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