We have a dedicated team with outstanding global experience in technology, media and telecommunications (TMT).
We recognise that the law is often not fully developed, and frequently lags behind business reality in the technology and communications sector. We work with clients to identify solutions, and the risks involved with each outcome, and balance legal certainty with commercial reality.
We can work with clients throughout the technology and communications project lifecycle from project definition/strategy, commercial and legal structuring and vendor selection processes, through to drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts and resolving disputes.
Recent work includes:
Advising EDS on its information imaging project (cheque processing) for New Zealand's major banks, including the 2006 extension
Advising the State Services Commission on various aspects of its Online Authentication Project
Recent recommendations includes:
In Australasian Legal Business (ALB) Magazine’s 'Technology, Media & Telecommunications' guide 2009, Minter Ellison Rudd Watts is listed as a 'leading firm' in New Zealand.
“John McCay was chosen for his long standing relationships and ability to produce the goods. Clients just seemed to stick by him no matter what, whether it was for sub contracts or for comprehensive IT contracts.
"Graeme Crombie was the IT specialist who was timely, competent and knew the industry well.
"Andy Matthews had an exceptional knowledge of legal issues, understood economic elements, had a good network of contacts, provided good service, and was well-versed in the field.
"Richard Wells was often chosen for media and telco.”
The Chambers Global Guide (2008, 2009 & 2010 editions) recommend Minter Ellison Rudd Watts as a leading law firm in New Zealand for IT advice:.
"Minters has developed a sound understanding of our business. It quickly identifies the key issues we face and how to address them."
“Always available,responsive and proactive.”
“Very good at explaining technical issues and producing sensible, decisive advice.”