Wotton Kearney - New Zealand

Wotton Kearney - New Zealand Wotton Kearney is Asia Pacific’s insurance and risk legal business.

For directors and executives, the regulatory and enforcement environment is sending a consistent message in 2026 – gover...
28/05/2026

For directors and executives, the regulatory and enforcement environment is sending a consistent message in 2026 – governance obligations are personal, active and increasingly enforced.

In our first D&O, Financial Institutions and Regulatory Update, we cover decisions, penalties and outcomes including executive liability across the sector.

Antony Holden, Caroline Laband, Michael Cavanaugh and Sophia Lynch share these developments to help you anticipate risk, sharpen governance and stay ahead of emerging issues.

Read here: https://www.wottonkearney.com/do-financial-institutions-and-regulatory-update-may-2026/

Earlier this week, Wotton Kearney was proud to attend and sponsor the NZUAC Expo in Ōtautahi | Christchurch.It was a gre...
21/05/2026

Earlier this week, Wotton Kearney was proud to attend and sponsor the NZUAC Expo in Ōtautahi | Christchurch.

It was a great opportunity for our team to connect with underwriting professionals from across the industry, share insights, and take part in valuable discussions on the challenges and developments shaping the market. During the rapid roundtables, Sam Hider and Kerry Moor summarised the key legislative and regulatory changes anticipated by the insurance industry over the next year, and were pleased to receive some insightful questions.

A big thank you to NZUAC for hosting another great event, and to everyone who stopped by to chat with our team throughout the day.

We look forward to continuing the conversations.

AI-generated citations in court submissions are no longer a hypothetical risk – they are happening, and the New Zealand ...
06/05/2026

AI-generated citations in court submissions are no longer a hypothetical risk – they are happening, and the New Zealand Supreme Court has taken notice.

In Jones v Family Court at Whangārei [2026] NZSC 1, the Court identified multiple hallucinated authorities in a leave application – including real case names paired with fabricated citations, and genuine matters with no direct relevance to the application.

Antony Holden, Managing Partner of WK New Zealand, examines what the decision means for practitioners, the risks of unchecked AI use in legal proceedings, and the safeguards every lawyer should have in place now.

Read the full article here: https://www.wottonkearney.com/when-ai-goes-to-court-lessons-from-jones-v-family-court-at-whangarei/

Last week in Christchurch | Ōtautahi, Wotton Kearney and our clients took to the greens at Papanui Bowls Club for a grea...
26/04/2026

Last week in Christchurch | Ōtautahi, Wotton Kearney and our clients took to the greens at Papanui Bowls Club for a great afternoon of lawn bowls, friendly competition, and good company.

From perfectly weighted shots to some near misses, there was no shortage of action. Congratulations to the combined WK and Delta Insurance team for taking out first place!

With the shift into the cooler months, it was a great chance to step away from the desk, connect with clients, and enjoy some relaxed time together in the sunshine.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a great afternoon on the green.

We're proud to announce that Senior Associates Caitlin Barclay (Tauranga) and Sam Hider (Christchurch) have been named 2...
20/04/2026

We're proud to announce that Senior Associates Caitlin Barclay (Tauranga) and Sam Hider (Christchurch) have been named 2026 Future Legal Leaders by NZ Lawyer.

The award celebrates high-performing young lawyers across New Zealand who demonstrate outstanding professional achievement, leadership potential, and a meaningful contribution to the legal industry – and Caitlin and Sam have done exactly that.

It’s great to see talent across our Tauranga and Christchurch teams recognised, and the positive impact their work continues to have for our clients in the Bay of Plenty, the South Island, and across Aotearoa.

Congratulations to Caitlin and Sam on this well-deserved achievement!

Applications for our 2027 New Zealand Graduate Program close 23 March 2026!Don’t miss your chance to join Wotton Kearney...
19/03/2026

Applications for our 2027 New Zealand Graduate Program close 23 March 2026!

Don’t miss your chance to join Wotton Kearney, New Zealand’s largest dedicated insurance law and dispute resolution practice, and gain:

• Hands-on experience on complex insurance and litigation matters
• Structured training and a three-tier mentoring framework
• Opportunities for secondments, professional growth, and industry networking
• A supportive, collaborative, high-performing culture

Recent Graduate Ong shared: "There is so much exposure to different work at WK. I have worked across 10 different partners on various matters ranging from product liability claims for contaminated food products to property damage claims following a natural disaster, all the way to professional indemnity claims where we defend other lawyers."

Launch your legal career with purpose and impact: https://nz.prosple.com/graduate-employers/wotton-kearney

In a rapidly changing landscape, staying informed is essential to navigating the complexities of New Zealand’s insurance...
18/03/2026

In a rapidly changing landscape, staying informed is essential to navigating the complexities of New Zealand’s insurance market. That’s why we’ve released our New Zealand Insurance Market Trends Update 2026 – a comprehensive analysis of the key developments shaping the industry in Aotearoa.

Packed with valuable insights, the report delves into emerging legal trends, evolving claims activity, and the latest legislative and regulatory changes affecting insurers, underwriters, brokers, and corporates – including the recent changes to the High Court Rules. The team also explore significant court rulings that have impacted the sector, providing an outlook on how these decisions could influence future practices and policies.

Holden, Managing Partner of Wotton Kearney New Zealand, shared: "In an industry defined by constant change, staying informed is crucial. Our report is designed to help insurance leaders not just adapt but strategise for the future and stay ahead of the game. I’m incredibly proud of this publication and grateful for everyone that contributed."

Read the report here: https://www.wottonkearney.com/new-zealand-insurance-market-trends-update-2026-a-strategic-outlook-on-aotearoas-shifting-landscape/

We hope you find the guide both informative and practical. If you’d like to discuss any of the topics covered, our team is here to help.

Last week in Wellington | Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Wotton Kearney and clients hit the courts at Rona Bay Tennis Club for our...
12/03/2026

Last week in Wellington | Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Wotton Kearney and clients hit the courts at Rona Bay Tennis Club for our annual Tennis Day – an afternoon filled with lots of friendly competition and fun!

A big congratulations to our winning team Mark Jackson (Marsh Global) , Jared Sun and Sam Gunn (Donaldson Brown Insurance Brokers), and Shane Swinerd (Wotton Kearney) for taking out the 2026 title.

With some great rallies on court and plenty of sideline energy, it was the perfect opportunity to reconnect with clients and enjoy some healthy competition.

Thank you to everyone who joined us – we're already looking forward to next year!

Today, we’re delighted to celebrate the official opening of our fourth New Zealand office, located in Tauranga. Our jour...
01/03/2026

Today, we’re delighted to celebrate the official opening of our fourth New Zealand office, located in Tauranga. Our journey in Tauranga began in early 2022 with the establishment of a local hub.

Now, on Monday, 2 March 2026, we proudly take the next step by officially opening our office, reinforcing our long-term commitment to the region. Murray Grant, Charles Henley and Caitlin Barclay are already doing great work for clients across the Bay of Plenty and throughout New Zealand, and we’re excited to continue growing our presence here.

Our Tauranga team will be based at 148 Durham Street, Tauranga 3110.

We look forward to spending time with our clients and out in the community of Tauranga.

Last week in Tāmaki Makaurau, Wotton Kearney New Zealand and clients took to the field for our annual Cricket Day – now ...
26/02/2026

Last week in Tāmaki Makaurau, Wotton Kearney New Zealand and clients took to the field for our annual Cricket Day – now in its 12th year and bigger than ever.

Congratulations to Donaldson Brown Insurance Brokers , recurring champions, for taking home the 2026 trophy once again! A huge thank you to our clients for their generous bids, raising $2,500 for the Whau Mental Health Research Foundation , Aotearoa’s only not-for-profit organisation solely dedicated to advancing mental health research.

With outstanding cricket and plenty of sideline support, the day was a fantastic celebration of sportsmanship and community.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it such a success!

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