Jessica Phillips
Jessica Phillips
Special Counsel
+64 9 558 0650
+64 21 245 0137
jessica.phillips@tompkinswake.co.nz
Auckland
To make an appointment, please contact Bernadette Carroll bernadette.carroll@tompkinswake.co.nz
Qualifications : BA, LLB, University of Auckland, PG Dip, Kings College London.
Jessica is a specialist commercial and regulatory litigator with particular experience in commercial, competition and property disputes. Jessica has acted for clients in a wide range of sectors including education, construction and sports administration, and is experienced in managing large-scale litigation.
Clients appreciate her responsive, strategic advice which demonstrates a clear understanding of their commercial position as well as the most effective dispute resolution strategies. In addition to regular appearances in the District and High Courts, Jessica is experienced in resolving matters by way of arbitration.
Prior to joining Tompkins Wake in 2024, Jessica was a senior associate at a large New Zealand law firm. Her overseas experience includes six years working in London, including at international firms Hausfeld and Clifford Chance.
Areas of expertise
Professional History
- Tompkins Wake, 2024 - present
- Meredith Connell, 2018-2024
- Hausfield & Co LLP, 2016 - 1018
- Clifford Chance, 2014 - 2015
- Hogan Lovells, 2013 to 2014
- Buddle Findlay, 2010 - 2014
Jessica’s experience includes acting for:
- The New Zealand subsidiaries of a large multinational company through subsequent high-profile litigation against its former directors and auditor involving allegations of massive revenue fraud.
- The New Zealand member association of an international sports federation in litigation against two former employees and contractor companies for losses relating to a construction project.
- A large New Zealand company in arbitration and High Court proceedings relating to the make good obligations under a lease agreement.
- Government entities and private clients in relation to property disputes ranging from single properties to large commercial and educational facilities.
- Parties in claims relating to breach of: contract, the Fair Trading Act 1986, the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act 2003, trust law and fiduciary duties.
