With individuals ‘renowned for their deep expertise and specialisation in their respective field’, MinterEllisonRuddWatts advises on the gamut of employment advice, including litigation, disciplinary procedures, health and safety, industrial relations, whistleblowers and executive exits. The firm is also well-versed in providing advise on the ongoing regulatory and legislative changes being brought in. Gillian Service, a specialist in industrial relations and collective bargaining, and Megan Richards, who regularly advises public bodies, lead the team. June Hardacre assists banks and investment firms on their employment agreements, policies and share schemes. Emma Warden is another noted member of the team.
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Témoignages

Collectés indépendamment par l'équipe de recherche du Legal 500.

  • ‘The individuals in this practice are renowned for their deep expertise and specialization in their respective fields. Their ability to stay ahead of industry trends and regulations ensures that clients receive the most current and relevant advice.'
  • ‘The practice stands out due to its client-centric approach, which combines deep industry knowledge with a commitment to personalized service. The practice prioritizes understanding each client's unique needs and goals, tailoring solutions accordingly.'
  • ‘Gillian Service is a commercially pragmatic lawyer, giving tailored advice and options, enabling the business to make an informed decision on the best way forward with key legal considerations in mind.’ 
  • ‘The employment law team has strong, technical, expertise and is a great option for complex/strategic advice.'
  • ‘The team understand the school environment with knowledge of the Education and Training Act and various collective agreements.’
  • ‘The team have always been very frank and honest on our situation and likely impacts but also pragmatic on the options and avenues open to us.’

Clients clés

  • Uber
  • Warner Brothers Discovery Inc
  • Auckland District Health Board
  • IBM No Johnson & Johnson
  • Z Energy
  • Qantas Group
  • Aon Insurance
  • Colliers International
  • The Warehouse Group

Points forts

  • Advised Entain on its entry into the New Zealand market through a NZD1 billion deal with TAB NZ.
  • Advising TVNZ, New Zealand’s national broadcaster, on urgent compliance proceedings in the Employment Relations Authority and on appeal to the Employment Court in response to a significant restructure.
  • Acting for Rabobank on regulatory and employment-law matters, including implementing a new policy approach for claims management in New Zealand.

Avocats

Hall of Fame

Avocats au sommet de leur profession, largement reconnus et respectés par l'ensemble du marché pour leur expertise éprouvée et leur intervention récurrente et longue date dans les dossiers les plus complexes et prestigieux.

Megan Richards

Les grands avocats du marché

Avocats associés reconnus parmi les leaders du marché par leurs pairs et leurs clients, régulièrement présents dans les grands dossiers dans lesquels ils sont au premier plan.

Les grands avocats de demain

Jeunes associés disposant d’une reconnaissance montante sur le marché, jouant régulièrement un rôle clé dans des dossiers majeurs.

June Hardacre

Meilleurs collaborateurs

Jeunes avocats collaborateurs ou counsels qui se distinguent régulièrement par leur présence dans des dossiers importants du marché, et qui sont identifiés par le marché comme de jeunes talents à suivre.

Responsable de la pratique

Gillian Service; Megan Richards

Autres avocats clés

June Hardacre; Emma Warden