New Zealand generally welcomes overseas investment, subject to a degree of regulation depending on the type and amount of the investment, and the sector in which the investment is to be made.
We are experienced in advising foreign investors and businesses on doing business with and investing in New Zealand.
We also advise foreign law firms on the New Zealand legal issues arising from international transactions.
Our advice includes:
• International trade, distribution, licensing and agency arrangements
• Applications for consent to foreign investment in New Zealand businesses and land
• New Zealand securities and investment laws
• New Zealand legal issues arising from international mergers and acquisitions
• Intellectual property protection
• Enforcement of foreign judgments in New Zealand
• Structuring New Zealand investments
• Incorporation of New Zealand companies and establishment of New Zealand businesses
• Settlement of New Zealand trusts for high net worth international investors and maintenance of
corporate trustee and trust records
• Notarial services