The Law Association of New Zealand

Shareholder Disputes

Understanding litigation risk when dealing with shareholder disputes is essential. Shareholder disputes can be costly, complex, and highly disruptive to both businesses and their stakeholders. This webinar will explore common causes of shareholder disputes, remedies available to address them when they do arise and, stepping back, how they might have been avoided in the first place.

In this practical session, Sean McAnally will examine the key issues that commonly arise in shareholder conflicts, including disputes over governance, control, valuation, and shareholder rights. Drawing on litigation experience and real-world examples, Sean will provide guidance on assessing risk, navigating negotiations effectively, and implementing strategies that protect clients and organisations from adverse outcomes.

Learning outcomes

  • Identify common causes and warning signs of shareholder disputes.
  • Assess key litigation risks arising from shareholder conflicts and governance disagreements.
  • Develop strategies to manage and resolve shareholder conflicts while reducing potential legal and commercial exposure.

Who should attend?

Commercial litigators, intermediate to senior commercial lawyers and in-house counsel. Accountants, especially those who provide services for smaller companies, may also benefit from this webinar.

Presenter

Sean McAnally | Barrister, FortyEight Shortland Barristers

Sean McAnally

Sean has been involved with litigation in New Zealand and the Cook Islands for some 25 years.  While he now predominantly acts on civil and commercial cases, his background includes criminal, family and regulatory matters. He has appeared in all levels of the court system including the Privy Council and also appears in specialist tribunals such as the Health Practitioners’ Disciplinary Tribunal and the Real Estate Agents’ Disciplinary Tribunal.  Before joining the independent bar in 2022, he spent 20 years at Keegan Alexander, 13 of those as a partner.

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Ticket Price

Member: $160 plus GST
Non-Member: $230 plus GST




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Registration

Registration Close Date

04/03/2027
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