Successful business enterprises in Asia need the support of professionals who understand the region and its diverse legal systems. Bell Gully advises Asian investors in New Zealand, New Zealand companies doing business in Asia, and companies based in Asia.

We are also able to work with and refer clients to appropriate advisers through our network of leading Asian law firms.

We recognise the growing influence of Asian economies globally and locally and are involved in organisations and initiatives to foster links, such as the Confucius Institute, the Chinese Language Foundation, the ASEAN New Zealand Combined Business Council and the Asia New Zealand Foundation.

Bell Gully acts as honorary legal adviser to the Asia New Zealand Foundation and is a lead sponsor of the Asia Forum.

Simon Watt

Simon specialises in climate change law and in providing commercial and public law advice to public sector entities.

PARTNER

Simon Watt

CONSULTANT

David Rishworth

Key Work

  • Tang Cargo
    We advised international deep sea explorer Rickshaw Investments Limited in the sale of Asia's oldest shipwreck and cargo, the 60,000 piece Tang Dynasty "Tang Treasure" to the Singapore Government.
  • Chinese steel industry
    We acted jointly with law firms...
  • Hutchinson Whampoa
    We acted for Hutchinson in its New Zealand and Australian 3G joint ventures...
  • Industry protection
    We have defended the Chinese tyre industry...

Key Publications