New Zealand Law Society - Commercial & Business Law Committee

Commercial & Business Law Committee

The Commercial and Business Law Committee monitors reform proposals in all areas of commercial and consumer law.

About us

The Commercial and Business Law Committee was established in 1989. Since its inception the committee has played an important role in law reform, reviewing discussion documents and bills that propose significant changes in all areas of commercial and consumer law.

Our people

Damian Chesterman is the convenor of the Commercial & Business Law Committee. Damian is an arbitrator, mediator and commercial barrister with a strong litigation background. He provides advice on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters, including commercial contract disputes, the financial services sector, business transactions and corporate governance.

The members of the committee are experienced practitioners:

  • Stephen Layburn
  • Amy Ryburn
  • Irini Meys
  • Nicole Song
  • Michael Tilley

For queries relating to this committee, please email our Law Reform & Advocacy Advisor, Shelly Musgrave: shelly.musgrave@lawsociety.org.nz

For media enquiries, please contact media@lawsociety.org.nz

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