The deal is expected to close later this year
MinterEllisonRuddWatts has advised Grant Thornton Advisors LLC as it adds Grant Thornton New Zealand to its multinational advisory and tax platform.
With this transaction, Grant Thornton Advisors enters the APAC region and bolsters its global capabilities and reach, the firm said. Grant Thornton New Zealand will remain part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network.
“This deal reflects the growing demand for globally integrated professional services and highlights New Zealand’s strategic importance in the Asia Pacific region”, lead partner Neil Millar said.
The deal is set to close later this year.
“This is an extremely exciting time for Grant Thornton New Zealand — for our business, our people and for the clients we work alongside. As our market continues to evolve, businesses are looking for smarter solutions, deeper expertise and global connectivity. By joining Grant Thornton Advisors, we can deliver all three — bringing world-class technology, insight and capital to help our clients grow with confidence, both in New Zealand and beyond”, Grant Thornton New Zealand CEO Russell Moore said in a media release.
Millar was supported by senior associates Jessica Bremner and Jasmin Matthews, as well as solicitors Oscar England and Rebecca Kimpton. The MinterEllisonRuddWatts deal team also included June Hardacre and Nicola Whiteman (employment); Andrew Ryan and Sue Wong (tax); Lloyd Kavanagh, Claire Brabant, Alexander Schumacher and William Ma (financial services); Christopher Young and Rob Penney (IP); Tom Maasland, Abbey James and Thomas Anderson (commercial); and Andrew Horne and Christopher Headey (litigation).
Grant Thornton Advisors also received legal advice from Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Tompkins Wake advised Grant Thornton New Zealand.
Grant Thornton Advisors’ platform includes professional services firms across the US, Europe, and the Middle East. It debuted its platform this year.
