James Cairney – regulatory & Criminal Barrister
Bankside Chambers Auckland
James is a regulatory and criminal barrister specialising in investigations and regulatory litigation arising in the health and safety and financial markets sectors.
He acts for private, corporate and government clients across a range of matters, including crisis management and critical incidents, government and private investigations, and trial and appellate court litigation.
Health & Safety, Critical Incidents & Investigations
James represents and defends companies, individuals, insureds and other defendants in investigations and cases brought by WorkSafe New Zealand and Maritime New Zealand, following workplace fatalities and other serious and critical incidents.
Financial Markets, Consumer Credit & Fair Trading Litigation
James regularly acts for and against the Financial Markets Authority in various criminal and civil proceedings. James also acts on matters involving the Commerce Commission, including investigations and litigation under the Consumer Credit and Fair Trading Act.