Amon Nunns

Partner, Wellington

Amon is Bell Gully's Wellington office Chair and is a member of the firm's Board. He is highly regarded by clients for leading teams that deliver successful outcomes on challenging matters. 

 

Amon has a reputation for being responsive and providing forthright, knowledgeable and usable advice. His practice is focused on public and private mergers and acquisitions, capital markets and joint ventures. Amon's clients include a number of listed companies and real estate funds.  

He is sought out by international and local clients alike for his pragmatic, commercial advice. 

In 2024/25, Amon advised on large market leading transactions for Contact Energy, Synlait Milk, Ryman Healthcare, Chemist Warehouse and AMP.   

Qualifications

LLB(Hons), BSc University of Otago
1999 Admitted New Zealand

Professional experience

2006-2007 Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP London, UK
2004-2006 Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP New York, USA

Market recognition

Chambers Asia Pacific 2025 Corporate/Commercial, 'Leading lawyer'.

IFLR 1000 2024 M&A, 'Highly regarded'.

The Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2024 Corporate and M&A and Investment funds, 'Recommended lawyer'.  

Clients have said Amon "is outstanding as a lawyer and valued commercial advisor. He runs a strong and cohesive team which delivers a comprehensive service."

Clients have also described him as "client-centric, creative and commercial," and add "His instrumental understanding of our business and his advice on the corporate side have been outstanding."