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Lisa Smit

 

Solicitor

t: +64 9 355 1533
m: +64 21 610 872
e: lisa.smit@dawsonharford.com
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Lisa Smit
     
Areas of Specialisation

Commercial Litigation
Mediation and Arbitration
Construction Disputes

Construction Agreements
Infrastructure Projects

   

Lisa specialises in commercial litigation in the District Court and High Court, with a particular focus on construction disputes and contractual disputes.  Lisa has also had significant experience in arbitration proceedings.

Lisa undertakes construction contract drafting and reviews for clients, as well as due diligence advice related to such contracts. Lisa also advises on issues relating to the Construction Contracts Act 2002.

Examples of significant transactions:

  • Acted for a significant New Zealand construction company in relation to a number of large scale "leaky building" type proceedings.
  • Acted for a leading Australasian construction and infrastructure company in relation to a significant arbitration claim, and aided in settlement of the claim.