Bell Gully lawyers lead independent international rankings

Fresh international research shows Bell Gully has more leading lawyers than any other New Zealand firm.

The 2012 IFLR1000 Guide to the World's Leading Financial Law Firms ranks lawyers based on the recommendations of in-house counsel at the world's most prominent financial institutions and companies, along with the views of their legal peers.

"It is always positive when our clients tell independent researchers they value the work we do for them," said Bell Gully Chairman Roger Partridge. "While this guide highlights leading individuals, they would be the first to point to the hard work their teams have also put into delivering successful outcomes to those clients over the past 12 months."

The IFLR1000 gives Bell Gully the highest ranking for banking and project finance, capital markets and for mergers and acquisitions.

Practice area Leading lawyers IFLR1000 SAYS
Banking and Project Finance David Craig
Hugh Kettle
Murray King
David McPherson
Rachel Paris

Bell Gully's "highly regarded banking practice" continues to actively work with the most significant and innovative transactions in New Zealand. Clients comment that the team has "very good knowledge and understanding" and "is always available, with clear suggestions on pros and cons options".

Members of the team were described in the IFLR 1000 as "very good, responsive and commercial...their ability to advise on complex issues is outstanding".

Capital Markets James Gibson
Brynn Gilbertson
Murray King

Bell Gully remains in the top tier this year after strong feedback from peers and clients alike: "Bell Gully is New Zealand's premier legal firm across the spectrum and also in capital markets work," says one client. "Unparalleled expertise and experience in capital markets" with a "strong team culture and outstanding leadership from management", adds another.

"A strong team that excels technically and delivers services in a clear and client focussed manner," was one client's view of the team's work. "They are always aware of our expectations and deliver accordingly. They just deliver a solution to a success," comments another.

Mergers & Acquisitions Anna Buchly
Garry Downs
James Gibson
Brynn Gilbertson
Gavin MacDonald

Bell Gully retains its top tier status with another transaction-filled year. The firm maintains a strong bench of talent, which is recognised by the market.

"The firm has the ability to reach internationally if necessary", says one client.

Restructuring & Insolvency Jenny Cooper
David McPherson
Murray Tingey

The Bell Gully restructuring and insolvency team is "very professional" with a "good responsive nature and strong knowledge when providing quality advising", says a client. It continues to be involved with the most significant complex transactions in the New Zealand market.

 

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