Hagen Neumegen

Associate

Hagen specialises in litigation and dispute resolution with a particular focus on employment and regulatory criminal matters.

He advises clients on a broad range of disputes including criminal law, workplace incidents, regulatory investigations and prosecutions, employment and commercial disputes and professional complaints and discipline.

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Hagen has regularly appeared before the Court of Appeal, High Court, District Court and the New Zealand Parole Board.

He is passionate about delivering clear, pragmatic and solutions focused advice to help his clients navigate their dispute. Before joining Duncan Cotterill, Hagen worked as a criminal defence barrister appearing and advising on all aspects of the criminal justice process.

Recent highlights

  • Ugone v Star Moving Ltd [2024] NZEmpC 48; BC202460658 – Obtaining the largest fine ever issued by the Employment Court against a non-compliant employer.
  • Representing clients on contentious employment matters through investigation and mediation.
  • Defending health practitioners facing complaints before the HDC and their regulatory body.
  • Supporting and advising major New Zealand and international insurers on complex and large-loss claims.

Hagen's insights

Pendulum Shift in Favour of Employers – the Employment Law Landscape for 2025

18 February 2025

Insurance Law Reform in New Zealand – Professor Rob Merkin KC

7 February 2025

Contracts of Insurance Act 2024 passed

14 November 2024

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