Chapman Tripp litigator jumps to DLA Piper NZ as partner

Daniel Street comes to the firm at a time when demand for ESG-related advice is surging

Chapman Tripp litigator jumps to DLA Piper NZ as partner
Daniel Street

Chapman Tripp litigator Daniel Street has moved to DLA Piper New Zealand as the firm’s latest partner.

Street joins the firm’s Auckland office as a part of the litigation and regulatory team. He describes himself as “a commercial litigator acting for large corporates” who focuses on ESG risks, greenwashing and climate-related disclosures.

“My aim is to help clients to be ambitious and bold in achieving their climate goals without undue risk”, he said.

Street concentrates on banking and financial services, disputes and regulatory investigations involving the FMA, SFO, NZCC and Inland Revenue. His clients include banks, financial service providers, listed issuers, and large corporates.

“Daniel's understanding of the sustainability and ESG regulatory landscape in New Zealand makes him an excellent addition to our global practice. His experience will supplement our global sustainability and ESG client offering, including our award-winning ESG due diligence service and our business advisory capabilities”, said Jean-Pierre Douglas-Henry, managing director of sustainability and resilience at DLA Piper.

DLA Piper New Zealand managing partner Laura Scampion added that Street becoming part of the firm “client and market demands as ESG becomes increasingly important to businesses”.

In addition to his work with Chapman Tripp, Street logged a stint with Slaughter & May’s London office.