Company and Securities Law

Bankside Chambers has a number of barristers practising in company and securities law in Auckland. The field encompasses a broad range of statutory and common law rights and remedies. Members act in both contentious and advisory matters, including disputes concerning corporate control, directors’ duties, compliance, and regulatory proceedings.

Our barristers have appeared in significant corporate and securities cases before the New Zealand courts. Some members are ranked in leading directories including Chambers & Partners and Legal 500.

Company Law

Barristers appear in proceedings under the Companies Act 1993 and related legislation. Their work includes advising and acting in:

• Shareholder disputes concerning control and governance.
• Applications for relief from oppressive or unfair conduct.
• Derivative actions and minority shareholder remedies.
• Company liquidation and restructuring matters.

They also advise boards and senior executives on directors’ duties, governance, and corporate risk and compliance.

Securities Law and Financial Regulation

Our members act in matters arising under the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 and other securities legislation. This includes proceedings and investigations concerning disclosure, misrepresentation, and market conduct, including matters involving the Financial Markets Authority.

They advise issuers, investors, financial institutions, fund managers, and financial advisers on compliance and regulatory obligations, and appear in court and alternative dispute resolution processes where required.

Shareholder and Governance Disputes

Members are instructed in disputes involving ownership, valuation, buy-outs, contested meetings, and injunction applications. These matters often require coordination with corporate advisers and accountants to address complex commercial issues.

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