DLA Piper in New Zealand

DLA Piper brings global capability to the realities of doing business in New Zealand. With more than 6,000 lawyers in over 40 countries, we combine deep knowledge of New Zealand’s regulatory landscape with the scale and specialist expertise of an international firm. Whether clients are pursuing growth, managing risk, or responding to regulatory change, we provide practical, commercially grounded advice backed by global insight.

 

INVESTING IN NEW ZEALAND

DLA Piper provides internationally connected legal support for investors entering or expanding in New Zealand. With offices across the markets most active in inbound investment – including Australia, Asia, the United Kingdom, Europe, and the United States – we deliver coordinated advice on foreign investment rules, corporate transactions, tax, property, regulatory matters, and ongoing governance. Our teams offer clear guidance on New Zealand’s legal environment, sector opportunities, and regulatory pathways, enabling investors to move efficiently from initial strategy to successful execution.

 

DOING BUSINESS IN NEW ZEALAND

Our global footprint reflects the markets most relevant to New Zealand’s trade and supply chains. This enables us to coordinate responses on regulatory change, risk management, commercial strategy, disputes, workforce issues, and digital transformation across multiple jurisdictions. Our approach combines local insight with international standards, helping global businesses maintain consistency, manage risk, and operate with confidence in New Zealand.

 

SECTOR-FOCUSED EXPERTISE

We advise across the sectors shaping New Zealand’s economic future, including energy and renewables, infrastructure, technology, financial services, and the public sector. Our lawyers support clients on corporate transactions, cross-border projects, regulatory compliance, real estate, employment, disputes, and major projects.

 

A PRACTICAL APPROACH

Clients value our clarity, responsiveness, and ability to translate complexity into actionable advice. We invest in long-term relationships and work alongside clients to understand their objectives, pressures, and market context. Collaboration across practice groups and international offices is embedded in how we operate.

 

INNOVATION IN THE WAY WE WORK

We have long invested in technology, data insight, and AI-enabled tools to enhance efficiency and support digital transformation. These capabilities strengthen our service delivery and help clients respond to new challenges and opportunities.

 

RECOGNISED BY THOSE WHO MATTER MOST – OUR CLIENTS

DLA Piper was named Best Law Firm in New Zealand, based entirely on independent client feedback at the Beaton Client Choice Awards. This recognition reflects our commitment to delivering value, service excellence, and forward-looking legal support.