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References

https://www.bankside.co.nz/christine-meechan-qc-graeme-christie-talk-nz-herald/

Opinion

31/8/2026

John Walton: Artificial Intelligence in Arbitration – Whose Decision?

The use of AI tools by counsel and arbitral tribunals is not just the future; it is increasingly the present. In this opinion piece, Bankside barrister, arbitrator, and mediator, John Walton discusses the growing role of generative AI and Large Language Model (LLM) agents in arbitration, including current protocols and guidelines, the opportunities AI presents for greater efficiency and innovation, and the challenge of maximising those efficiencies without surrendering the human function of critical thinking and decision-making.

Awards

21/8/2026

Bankside members listed as Leading Trusts and Estates Litigation Barristers in Doyle’s Guide 2026

Bankside congratulates seven members who have been named as leading barristers in Doyle’s Guide 2026 Trusts and Estates Litigation rankings.

Opinion

18/8/2026

Peter Watts KC: Terminating Smith v Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd and its ilk – a response to The Law Association submission on the Climate Change Response (Tort Liability) Amendment Bill

Peter Watts KC shares his response to the submission of The Law Association of New Zealand's submission on the Climate Change Response (Tort Liability) Amendment Bill, arguing that the Bill does not take away an established common law claim, and that the remedies sought are directed at future, rather than past, action.

News

October 23, 2019

Christine Meechan QC and Graeme Christie talk to the NZ Herald

Christine and Graeme on their comments in regards to the fire at Sky City Convention Centre.

Read the full article here.