Who we are
Russell McVeagh is a leading New Zealand commercial law firm, known as the go-to team for tackling complex legal problems. With more than 350 people across our Auckland, Wellington, and Te Waipounamu South Island offices, including our Queenstown office which opened in April 2025, we combine national reach with deep local knowledge.
We offer our clients a collaborative, one-firm approach. As a full-service firm, our practice groups work seamlessly to support a wide range of clients, drawing on our expertise across the full spectrum of corporate advisory, banking and finance, litigation and disputes, real estate and construction, tax, public law and environmental law matters.
Whether a major corporate, regulator, investor, public sector, or non-profit organisation, we listen and take the time to develop a deep understanding of our clients' ambitions. We adapt to the client's preferred ways of working and always seek to find solutions that align with their culture and values, and strategic goals. Above all, we aim to provide pragmatic and clear advice.
We are proud to have been independently recognised as New Zealand Law Firm of the Year, reflecting our commitment to excellence and outstanding client service.
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