Kellie Bright
PARTNER
Kellie is an experienced business lawyer, bringing clarity, strategy and commercial insight to clients navigating complex business, trust and regulatory matters.
Kellie advises SMEs, trading and family trusts, charities, and individuals on all business-related legal matters, including establishment, operational and regulatory compliance, financing, restructuring, mergers and acquisitions and exit. She also has extensive experience in assisting clients with overseas investment matters.
Kellie is known for a pragmatic, business centred and results-driven approach - blending legal rigour with commercial sensibility to help clients achieve both short and long term objectives. She leads the firm’s commercial team and works closely with clients to deliver tailored, practical advice.
For Kellie, it’s all about solving complex problems without overcomplicating the situation. Her personable approach is commended by clients who appreciate her straightforward drafting and skill for avoiding unnecessary complications.
When choosing the right lawyer, Kellie emphasises the importance of expertise and experience, but also stresses the need for a personal connection. Clients should feel comfortable and understood, and their legal matters should be explained in a way that makes sense.
Kellie was admitted as Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand in 1995, and as Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England & Wales in 2004.
m +64 21 507 874
e kellie.bright@shieffangland.co.nz
Linkedin nz.linkedin.com/in/kelliebright/