Materials comprised of a Paper and PowerPoint Handout.
Event Date:
28 July 2026
Presenters:
Hannah Jaques Partner, MinterEllisonRuddWatts
Zane Kennedy KC Mills Lane Chambers
Synopsis:
In today's economic environment, shareholder disputes are increasingly common — and increasingly complex. This paper provides a practical overview of the statutory and equitable remedies available to shareholders, and when and how those remedies can be deployed effectively.
Presented by experienced dispute resolution practitioners, the paper will delve into key New Zealand authorities and procedural considerations, including unfair prejudice claims, derivative actions, injunctions and winding- up applications. It will also address strategic and evidential issues that commonly arise in shareholder disputes.
Readers will be equipped to identify viable remedies early, assess litigation risk, and advise clients with confidence on enforcement and dispute resolution pathways.
These Materials will help you:
Identify key statutory and equitable shareholder remedies under New Zealand law.
Assess the appropriateness, risks and procedural requirements of common shareholder dispute pathways.
Apply strategic and evidential considerations to advise clients confidently in shareholder disputes.
Intended Audience:
This paper is ideal for lawyers advising companies, directors or shareholders who are involved in, or may encounter, shareholder disputes.
