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Commercial Law Specialists

Overcoming legal challenges demands drive, focus, energy and commercial pragmatism. Wynyard Wood provide expert law services for businesses like yours in East Auckland.

Wynyard Wood has a distinguished history dating back over 130 years. Today, we are a a future-focussed legal firm specialising in a comprehensive array of commercial law services, tailored to local businesses.

Our legal services encompass Corporate and Commercial Law, including mergers and acquisitions, sales and purchases of businesses, Commercial Leasing, Construction Law, Insurance Law, Employment Law, and Dispute Resolution, including mediation, arbitration, and litigation. At Wynyard Wood, our commitment is to understand the intricacies of your business, providing tailored solutions that are both pragmatic and forward-thinking.

Our team is dedicated to offering you meticulous guidance through the complexities of legal processes, ensuring your enterprise is both safeguarded and primed for prosperity. We pride ourselves on a strategic approach, aiming at the prevention of legal issues, the efficient resolution of disputes, and the provision of strategic counsel to protect and advance your business interests. Wynyard Wood is guided by our motto: We’re ready for what’s next.

Located in Highbrook, Auckland, Wynyard Wood is ideally placed to serve established and growing local businesses with unmatched legal advice and assistance. Allow us to accompany you on your business journey as a trusted legal advisor, ensuring your business is not merely protected, but poised to take on your competition and grow. Reach out to us to discover how our customised business law services can be of advantage to your enterprise.

For expert advice on all aspects of commercial law, please contact Wynyard Wood today.

Key Services

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We provide advice and guidance on all aspects of business, including mergers and acquisitions, sale and purchase of businesses.

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Acting for both landlords and tenants, our commercial leasing lawyers can provide comprehensive advice on all aspects of commercial leasing.

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If you are involved with a building project and need legal assistance, we can help you objectively review your circumstances, and what next steps are most appropriate for your situation.

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Offering a wealth of experience in insurance law, we are available to assist you or your clients with any insurance issues or problems that could benefit from legal advice.

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Employees can either be a great asset or a burden. Our Employment Law team provides legal services for both employers and employees.

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Solving disputes for families and businesses: Disputes are an inevitable part of life – it is how you deal with them that counts.

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When customer debts or receivables are not paid on time, it can cause serious financial issues for the business concerned. We can help.

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If you want your business and personal documents accepted overseas you may need to have them authenticated by a notary public.

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Meet our team of experts. You can learn all about our individual areas of expertise, along with the many ways in which we can help.

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Arthur Chung
Director
A Director at Wynyard Wood, Arthur specialises in property law, with extensive experience in commercial leasing, property development, construction and public works.
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Penny Jones
Director
Penny has wide experience in business and property matters, including business and property transactions, financing and property development.
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Henry Jansen
Director
Henry joined Wynyard Wood in 1992 and acts for a large number of small to medium-sized enterprises, individual clients and trusts.
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Karl Robinson
Director
Karl Robinson is a civil and commercial litigator with over 20 years of experience resolving disputes.
Ian MacDonald
Ian MacDonald
Principal
Ian advises in a range of areas including property and personal property law, occupation right agreements, commercial law, relationship property agreements, wills and trusts.
Pieter Venter
Pieter Venter
Special Counsel
Pieter has a wealth of experience in litigation, insurance disputes, employment disputes, advocating for survivors of sexual abuse, and much more.
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Ryan Butler
Special Counsel
Ryan specialises in corporate and commercial law, advising clients on corporate transactions and the negotiation and drafting of commercial contracts.
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Richard Osborne
Consultant
Richard works in the specialised areas of corporate and commercial advice with an increasing interest in dispute resolution and not-for-profit organisations.
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Rod Ewen
Consultant
Rod has been practising law since 1982. He joined Wynyard Wood in 1985 and has held a senior position in the company since 1988.
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John Verdon
Consultant
John is a consultant in our Property and Commercial team. Widely experienced, John has expertise in Intellectual Property matters.
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Narina Bali Watson
Senior Associate
Narina is passionate about the work she does and has wide experience in areas including general property, conveyancing, property development, trust and asset planning as well as business and commercial matters.
Thomas Barnaby
Thomas Barnaby
Senior Solicitor
Thomas has experience in all aspects of property transactions with a particular focus on commercial leasing. He has acted for several large commercial and retail landlord and tenant clients.

Latest News from Our Commercial Law Specialists

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AML rules are easing with simplified customer checks. See how businesses should adjust compliance processes under the new reforms.
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What new proportionate liability, home warranties and insurance rules mean for construction businesses—and how companies can stay compliant as reforms take effect.
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Analysing Judicial Review in Auckland’s Flood Buyout Decisions
A look at the legal arguments behind a judicial review of Auckland Council’s flood buyout decisions, with guidance for homeowners facing similar disputes.
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Falsified Insurance Claims: Risks, Rights, and Legal Realities
A look at the consequences of falsifying insurance claims—and recommended steps if you’re unfairly accused of insurance fraud.
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Lessons for Unsecured Creditors from Construction Company Collapses
When construction firms collapse, unsecured creditors face losses. Learn what legal steps and safeguards can help recover funds and reduce risk.
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Flood Buyout Frustrations Build Amid Ongoing Auckland Council Disputes
As Auckland Council dispute cases continue over flood buyouts, homeowners seek clarity and legal support to resolve complex property and fairness issues.
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An Auckland property dispute shows how informal real estate deals can unravel without contracts, leading to costly legal and personal fallout.
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An Auckland arborist’s $30,000 fine for trimming a protected tōtara highlights strict Resource Management Act rules and rising accountability.
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NZTA Land Acquisition Leaves Farmer on Uncertain Ground
A drawn-out NZTA land acquisition leaves a Northland farmer unable to plan for his future, exposing complex legal challenges related to the Warkworth to Te Hana motorway.
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Council Dispute Reveals Heavy Consequences When Obligations Collide with Fairness
This story shows that ignoring Council can be costly. Legal advice ensures fair resolution, protects your rights, and limits financial impact.
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Homeowners Stand Up to Illegal Dumping by Developers
A recent case of illegal dumping in the Waitākere foothills highlights how quickly a dispute can escalate when developer activity crosses legal boundaries.