Allison Hancock

Allison Hancock is a Partner at MinterEllisonRuddWatts, a prominent law firm in New Zealand.12 She specializes in banking and finance law and operates from the firm's Auckland office.12

Professional Background

Allison has over 15 years of experience in the legal field, focusing on banking and finance transactions.2 Her career highlights include:

• Joining MinterEllisonRuddWatts in 2007
• Working in Singapore for 10 years with Baker McKenzie's finance and projects team
• Returning to MinterEllisonRuddWatts in early 2021
• Recently promoted to Partner in 202413

Expertise

Allison is known for her expertise in:

• General corporate lending
• Property finance
• Acquisition finance
• Trade and commodity finance
• Sustainable finance2

She advises both financiers and borrowers on various financing transactions and banking matters.2 Allison has gained significant international experience, particularly in cross-border financings during her time in Singapore.2

Notable Work

Some of Allison's career highlights include:

• Advising Westpac on sustainability-linked loans for The Warehouse Group and Genesis Energy
• Working on a USD525 million sustainability-linked revolving working capital facility for a major global food and agri-business company
• Advising on a USD50 million emerging markets sustainable borrowing base facility
• Acting for Icon Developments on Carlton Gore apartments and other developments
• Supporting Mediaworks with a refinance of its loan facilities2

Recognition

Allison has received several recognitions in the legal field:

• Rising Star in Banking and Finance by The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific
• Rising Star in Banking and Finance by IFLR1000
• Recognized in Banking and Finance Law by Best Lawyers24

Allison is known for being responsive, easy to work with, and pragmatic in her approach to legal matters.2