MinterEllisonRuddWatts - Premier Full-Service Commercial Law Firm

MinterEllisonRuddWatts is one of New Zealand's leading full-service commercial law firms, recognised for its expertise across a comprehensive range of legal services and industry sectors. The firm operates as part of the MinterEllison Legal Group, providing clients with seamless trans-Tasman and international capabilities through its extensive network of offices across the Asia-Pacific region.
The firm's multi-disciplinary approach combines deep legal expertise with commercial acumen to deliver practical solutions for complex business challenges. MinterEllisonRuddWatts serves a diverse client base including major corporations, government entities, financial institutions, infrastructure developers, and emerging businesses across sectors such as agriculture and forestry, banking and finance, energy and renewables, government and public sector, health and aged care, infrastructure, Māori business, and technology.
With offices in Auckland and Wellington, MinterEllisonRuddWatts is consistently ranked as a top-tier firm by leading international legal directories including Chambers Asia-Pacific and The Legal 500 Asia Pacific. The firm's commitment to excellence is reflected in its involvement in many of New Zealand's most significant transactions and legal matters, from major infrastructure projects and corporate mergers to complex litigation and regulatory matters. The firm prides itself on its innovative approach, combining traditional legal expertise with cutting-edge technology solutions to deliver efficient and effective outcomes for clients.
- Auckland High Court
- Dunedin High Court
- Christchurch High Court
- Wellington High Court
- Hamilton High Court
- Whangarei High Court
- New Zealand High Court
- Civil
- Court of Appeal and Supreme Court
- Criminal General
- Family
- Mental Health
Practices In:
Banking & Finance
Corporate & Compliance
Competition & Consumer
Building & Construction
Employment
Environmental & Planning
Office Locations:
Auckland - Tāmaki Makaurau
15 Customs Street West, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Wellington - Te Whanganui-a-Tara
Whitmore Street, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
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