Congratulations to Dentons Senior Associate, Sarah Gibbs on being named in the NZ Lawyer Elite Women list for 2024.

Sarah, a distinguished corporate and commercial lawyer, brings a wealth of experience to the table, having worked across industries including aerospace, health, energy, forestry, sport, heavy industry, transport, and logistics. Her expertise in advising on pivotal commercial contracts, capital raising and mergers and acquisitions is unparalleled. Known for her personable nature, Sarah has a knack for driving successful commercial outcomes with her pragmatic approach. She is both an asset to her clients and to Dentons.

Sarah is deeply committed to promoting fairness and diversity, actively participating in the Gender and GLOW (LGBTQIA+) social impact groups, where she has made significant contributions to Dentons New Zealand’s diversity, equity and inclusion policies. As a strong advocate for the development of her junior colleagues, she also leads the junior solicitor training programme for the Corporate and Commercial team, ensuring they receive the guidance and support needed to thrive.

Sarah says “The importance of empowering and accelerating the elevation of women in law, business, sport, and society at large is a personal baseline. I am grateful for the opportunities that my personal and professional experience allows to help role model, develop, cheerlead, and plough the road for women and girls, in particular.”

Being named in the NZ Lawyer Elite Women list for 2024 is a remarkable achievement that underscores Sarah's influence and dedication in the legal sector. The Elite Women list celebrates women in New Zealand's legal industry who have inspired the profession and are paving the way for a new future in the sector. Sarah's inclusion in this prestigious list highlights her contributions and the significant strides she is making in shaping the industry.

Hayden Wilson, Dentons New Zealand Chair and Global Vice Chair, Dentons, says, "At Dentons we take great pride in our exceptionally skilled women lawyers, and Sarah’s a remarkable member of our Corporate and Commercial team. Not only is she committed to delivering fantastic results for her clients - she is just as committed to mentoring junior lawyers and promoting equality and diversity in the workplace.”

Sarah's accomplishment underscores the pivotal role of women in the legal sector. Dentons is committed to consistently empowering women to chase their professional goals, providing clear avenues for advancement while ensuring fairness at all levels and promoting women's full and equal participation in the firm's activities, business, and growth.