About Bell Gully
Bell Gully is a premier New Zealand law firm with a distinguished 140-year history of advising the country's leading companies on their most important legal matters. The firm has been instrumental in the development of New Zealand's capital markets, having advised on many landmark transactions that have shaped the NZX and the broader New Zealand business landscape.
The firm's capital markets and corporate governance practices are consistently ranked as among the best in New Zealand. Bell Gully's lawyers are known for their technical excellence, commercial pragmatism, and ability to navigate complex regulatory environments. The firm advises a significant portion of NZX-listed companies on their day-to-day legal needs as well as their most strategic and transformational transactions.
Bell Gully's commitment to client service is reflected in its collaborative, solutions-focused approach. The firm's lawyers work as an extension of their clients' teams, providing timely, practical advice that helps boards and management make informed decisions. With offices in Auckland and Wellington, Bell Gully is well-positioned to serve clients across New Zealand's two main business centers.
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Services for NZX-Listed Companies
Capital Markets
IPOs, secondary offerings, debt capital markets, rights issues, and securities regulatory compliance
Public M&A
Takeovers, schemes of arrangement, strategic acquisitions of listed companies, and major divestitures
Corporate Governance
Board advisory, governance reviews, director training, and regulatory compliance
Commercial Transactions
Major commercial contracts, joint ventures, strategic alliances, and project development
Financial Services
Banking and finance transactions, financial services regulation, and fintech innovation
Litigation & Regulatory
Complex commercial litigation, regulatory investigations, and dispute resolution
Why NZX Companies Choose Bell Gully
- ✓140-year track record of excellence in serving New Zealand's leading companies
- ✓Consistently top-ranked capital markets and corporate governance practices
- ✓Deep expertise in NZX listing rules and capital markets regulation
- ✓Collaborative, client-focused approach that prioritizes practical solutions
- ✓Strong bench of experienced partners and senior lawyers dedicated to public company work
- ✓Offices in both Auckland and Wellington providing comprehensive national coverage