With offices in Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin and Queenstown, Anderson Lloyd provides legal services in banking and finance, projects and infrastructure, and litigation. Partner Geoff Busch has particular expertise in corporate and M&A, project, structured and property finance and debt capital markets transactions. Infrastructure and construction specialist David Holden advises on construction and social housing projects, power generation, and social and economic infrastructure. Corporate lawyer Derek Roth-Biester joined the firm from Meredith Connell as partner in April 2019.
Banking and finance
Work highlights
Acted for Cornerstone Infrastructure Partners on the project financing of the development of Waikeria prison.
Acted for Bank of China (New Zealand) and Bank of China Macau on the syndicated financing of CITIC Capital's PPP acquisition of Trilogy International by a scheme of arrangement.
Acted for Bank of New Zealand in relation to its syndicated financing of the Go Car Finance and its subsequent refinancing as part of the acquisition by Money3 Corporation of the Go Car Finance.
Key clients
ASB Bank, Farmlands Co-operative Society, GBD Investments, New Forests Asset Management, Silverfin Capital, TA Associates Asia Pacific, Waitaki District Council
Construction
Work highlights
Assisted Tilt Renewables in Waverley Wind Farm, a 100MW renewable energy project in South Taranaki.
Acted for Waimea Irrigators, Waimea Water, and Tasman District Council on the resource consenting process of Waimea Community Dam, a project involving the construction of a dam and a reservoir.
Acted for Christchurch City Council on the construction of Ngā Puna Wai Sports Hub, a sports hub to replace the earthquake-damaged athletics and field amenities at QEII Park.
Key clients
Ballance Agri-Nutrients, Christchurch City Council, HEB Construction, Tetra Pak (New Zealand)
Client feedback
“Anderson Lloyd's level of service, industry knowledge and depth of team are excellent, and value for money with plenty of partner time. They have project finance subject matter expertise, being involved in every PPP transaction in New Zealand. They are always responsive and willing to go the extra mile to meet our clients' deadlines.” – Banking and finance
“Anderson Lloyd has strong commercial acumen, provide clear advice, communicate well, are thorough in their review and analysis and are committed to advancing their clients’ best interests.” – Corporate and M&A
Chris Bargery
“Chris orchestrates a cohesive team, ensuring that the client is receiving a level of service expected from a top tier law firm. As required, Chris is always ready and prepared himself to engage on matters as required and brings a level of experience and consideration that adds significant value.”
David Holden
“David Holden is the partner I usually deal with for project documentation, and his business acumen and industry knowledge across project financing and PPPs is excellent. His availability to meet clients' deadlines and to discuss any ideas and issues is rare in a New Zealand context.”
