The dispute resolution group at Russell McVeagh enjoys an excellent market reputation. Its litigators are known for their involvement in complex commercial litigation and crisis management, class actions, construction disputes and insolvency litigation. The group recently expanded through the hiring of three senior associates, a special counsel and a partner.
Senior litigators Malcolm Crotty and Matt Kersey lead a team of 10 disputes-related partners, including Chris Curran and Polly Pope.
The firm played a crucial role in representing Bremworth, New Zealand's largest wool carpet manufacturer, in a notable High Court case against Pebblemill and its director, Mr Radford. The proceedings revolved around Pebblemill's alleged utilisation of confidential information pertaining to the production of specific types of wool carpets. This case encompasses intricate legal matters concerning the acquisition and application of intrinsic knowledge within the realm of felted woollen yarn manufacturing. Its outcome will establish a precedent in breach of confidence cases, carrying significant implications for future legal proceedings in the field.
Key clients in the past 12 months include Accident Compensation Corporation, Argon Construction, Ernst & Young, KPMG and Tiger Brokers (NZ).
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