Bankside has the highest number of barristers recognised in Doyle's Guide 2026 for Leading Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution Junior Counsel in New Zealand, with ten members listed. Five barristers have also been named in Leading Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution King’s Counsel.
In Junior Counsel, Jeremy Johnson, and Polly Pope have received the highest ranking of 'Preeminent'. Sam Lowery, Michael Morrison, Brent O'Callahan, Josh Suyker, and Bridgette White have been recognised as 'Leading'. Andrew Grant, Nic Lawrence, and Tiaan Nelson have been named as 'Recommended'.
In Leading Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution King’s Counsel, the following members have been recognised: Jason Goodall KC (Preeminent), Mike Colson KC, Christine Meechan KC, and Tom Weston KC (Leading), and Brian Dickey KC (Recommended).
Bankside congratulates all members on this significant achievement.
Determined through independent market research and peer feedback, Doyle's Guide rankings feature leading lawyers, law firms, and barristers across the Asia-Pacific, the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates.
See the full list of Junior Counsel rankings and King’s Counsel rankings.
Further Reading
Bankside members recognised in Doyle’s Guide 2026
Bankside leads in Doyle’s Guide 2026 for construction and infrastructure barristers in New Zealand
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