Philip Wood
About Philip Wood
Philip Wood is a lawyer based in Auckland, NZ and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in New Zealand™ since 2008. Philip Wood is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Advertising Law
- Entertainment Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- Privacy and Data Security Law
- Technology Law
- Telecommunications Law
Current Firm: Lignum Advisory
Location: Auckland, NZ
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