Bell Gully advises a wide range of clients, with an especial focus on public sector bodies, on matters spanning the entire spectrum of TMT. Its experience includes procurement of technology assistance, advising on service contracts, and supporting joint ventures. The team is led by Dean Oppenhuis, who advises on public sector projects and tech companies’ transactions, and Tania Goatley, a media law specialist with experience as a commercial litigator. Laura Littlewood is a key member of the team, advising on privacy, cyber security, and e-commerce matters. Kristin Wilson adds further insight into media and privacy issues.

Buddle Findlay’s expertise covers project support, regulatory advice, and transactional work, regularly assisting clients with M&A transactions and tender processes. The firm also maintains a diverse clientele, counting public sector bodies and multinational media corporations within it. Leading the practice, Amy Ryburn focuses on commercial contracting and procurement, and Allan Yeoman frequently advises on M&A work in the TMT field. Philip Wood specialises in media assistance, while Renee Stiles is well-versed in the drafting and negotiation of ICT and outsourcing contracts. Keri Johansson, a data protection specialist, is also noted within the team.

Chapman Tripp maintains expertise in technology-related M&A matters, alongside its broader TMT knowledge. The firm is well-versed in providing advice on master service agreements, policy, defamation, procurement, and regulatory matters. Heading the practice, Kelly McFadzien advises on commercial contracting in the technology industry, while Tim Sherman focuses on procurement and partnering arrangements. Justin Graham and Matt Sumpter are litigators within the firm specialising in TMT disputes, and Guy Houton-Jones is another key name, strengthening the firm’s expertise in contract negotiations and M&A.

Hudson Gavin Martin specialises in a wide array of sectors, including telecoms, fin-tech, digital health, e-commerce, and gaming. The firm is also particularly well-versed in corporate and commercial matters within TMT. 'Market leader' Simon Martin chairs the team, advising on joint ventures, acquisitions, and transactions. Edwin Lim is experienced in cyber security, M&A, and corporate structuring. Anchali Anandanayagam supports public and private sector clients on telecoms cable infrastructure, privacy, and data protection matters, while Andrew Dentice brings fin-tech, SaaS, and crypto asset expertise to the team. Tim Mahood is also noted within the department for his experience as a commercial litigator.

Boasting an ‘extremely competent team’, MinterEllisonRuddWatts advises clients in the private and public sectors from a vast array of industries, including financial services, energy, media, and healthcare. The firm is particularly adept at drafting complex service agreements and assisting with procurement processes. Tom Maasland, a technology law specialist, heads the practice, and he is adeptly supported by John McCay, who focuses his practice on supporting public sector matters. Richard Wells advises on data protection matters, while Jane Parker is experienced in services agreements and procurement processes. In December 2023, Ross Patterson retired as a partner, taking on a consultancy role at the firm.

Seeing a growth in compliance advice instructions, Russell McVeagh advises public bodies, financial institutions, energy providers, media companies, and manufacturers on their TMT matters. The firm’s experience includes funding, development, procurement, partnership, and dispute resolution support. The team is led by technology and telecoms specialist Liz Blythe, procurement and structuring expert Mei Fern Johnson and litigation specialist Joe Edwards, who has particular expertise within the media sector. With expertise in regulatory compliance, Louise Taylor brings the valuable experience of having practised in both New Zealand and the UK to the team.

Dentons New Zealand draws on its regulatory, competition, disputes, and M&A expertise to enhance it commercial and technology abilities. The firm’s global position allows it to provide a seamless service on matters that span multiple jurisdictions. Hayley Miller leads the team, specialising in software development and SaaS offerings. Other key members of the group include Campbell Featherstone, who focuses on the health sector, and Güneş Haksever, a technology and privacy expert, who is also qualified in Turkey.

Simpson Grierson is frequently instructed by international technology and social media companies on regulatory and compliance matters, with particular expertise in AI technology. The firm is further experienced in telecoms work, advising on asset sales, as well as regulatory and service matters. Karen Ngan, who specialises in supporting technology users and suppliers, and Jania Baigent, a commercial litigation expert, jointly lead the team. Michael Sage is well-versed in joint ventures, PPPs, and commercial contracts, and Simon Vannini frequently advises on telecoms projects and acquisitions.

The ‘incredible team of people’ at Anderson Lloyd assists technology companies, local authorities, film studios, and investment firms with their wide-ranging matters. The firm regularly advises on procurement, commercial agreements, and SaaS matters. Alongside his practice advising clients on capital raising and SaaS migrations, Derek Roth-Biester oversees the team. Megan Pearce provides advice on the procurement of new software platforms and systems for public and private sector clients, while Josh Williams specialises in M&A transactions in the technology and software sector.

With the ability to draw on TMT lawyers across 40 jurisdictions, DLA Piper New Zealand handles cross-border matters for its international client base regularly. The firm is experienced in corporate and M&A matters, as well as telecoms, cybersecurity regulation, and AI implementation. Nick Valentine, a specialist in cybersecurity, leads the team. Edward Eisdell-Moore adds expertise in procurement and IT systems implementation advice to the team.

Duncan Cotterill supports clients with software development, system implementation, and SaaS delivery matters. The firm has also seen an increase in instructions in capital raising and expansion plans for novel technology. Michael Moyes and Peter Fernando jointly lead the practice; Moyes advises clients along the life-cycle of projects, whilst Fernando is an expert in software licensing and outsourcing matters. Mark Cathro is a noted member of the team, advising on governance issues and M&A transactions.

Advising on digital infrastructure, telecoms regulation, and fibre projects, Webb Henderson is well-versed in cross-border matters, especially involving Australia. The firm is also experienced in emerging technology transactions, including in the AI sector. Jordan Cox leads the team from Auckland, assisting international telecoms clients with their infrastructure matters.

Wilson Harle specialises in litigation assistance for its TMT clients, especially in telecoms and media matters. The firm advises on risk management, commercial, and regulatory issues. The department is jointly led by Chris Browne, Ian Denton, Felicity Monteiro, and Guy Tompkins. Monteiro is well-versed in judicial reviews under the Telecommunications Act, while Tompkins specialises in media and defamation matters. Allison Ferguson stepped back to a consultancy role in April 2024.