LawFuel Power List 2025
No. 14
Salmon’s 2025 profile case was the Talleys v. TVNZ defamation battle (September 2025), resulting in a win with a dismissal of the claim.
His practice is astonishingly diverse: representing the Independent Māori Statutory Board against Auckland Council (judicial review over Watercare chairmanship), Northland kaumatua Mike Smith in climate change litigation against Fonterra and Genesis Energy (reached the Supreme Court), Du Val property collapse claimants, and clients in defamation (Sir Robert Jones), political finance (NZ First Foundation donations), and commercial disputes.
Salmon’s versatility—trial and appellate, commercial and public law, Māori rights and corporate disputes—makes him a one-person legal Swiss Army knife.
At Mills Lane Chambers, his approachable demeanor and courtroom effectiveness earn judiciary respect. No. 14 reflects sustained excellence across practice areas.
