Expertise

NZDRC has a long history of providing professional dispute resolution services to both the private and public sector, covering both individuals and businesses.

To find out more about some of the areas we have specific expertise in, select from the options below.

If you don’t see what you’re looking for, contact our Registry staff who will be able to advise you further.

Grocery Industry Disputes

We provide resolution services for grocery disputes - for suppliers of groceries to the largest grocery retailers and for wholesale customers of those retailers. The services provide a quick, efficient, effective, and confidential means of resolving these disputes.

Commercial Disputes

We understand that commercial disputes can be complex, and we strive to provide a streamlined and efficient process to help all parties reach a resolution.

.nz Domain Name Disputes

We provide a domain name dispute resolution service for the .nz domain space, helping you resolve conflicts over ownership of .nz domain names or sub-domains quickly and fairly.

Insurance Disputes

Having a comprehensive understanding of the nuances of insurance law, our experts offer a confidential, expedient, and affordable alternative to standard court proceedings.

Shareholder Disputes

We have the expertise to deal with all types of shareholder disputes, ranging from disputes over a company’s operations to intellectual property ownership and inactive shareholders.

Employment Disputes

Our private dispute resolution services provide an effective alternative to traditional litigation, offering a path to resolution that is private, expedient, and tailored to the unique dynamics of the workplace.

Property Disputes

Whether the dispute concerns a rent review, cross-lease, or other property-related matter, NZDRC has the expertise and experience to deliver you and your clients a professional, credible, and proportionate means of resolving that dispute.

Valuation Disputes

Valuation disputes arise from differing perceptions of a company's worth, often stemming from business operations and financial complexities. Our specialists can help you to navigate this area.

Consumer Disputes

Our experts can assist with domestic or cross-border disputes arising from a contractual relationship between the trader and the consumer.

Financial Services Disputes

The ability to have a dispute arbitrated or mediated by a third party who has specialist knowledge and experience within the financial services sector is increasingly being viewed as essential to ensuring a credible dispute resolution process.

IT Disputes

The rapid pace and scale of technological advancements, coupled with the pressure to complete projects within tight deadlines, are leading to an increase in conflict and emerging contractual disputes. 

Trust Disputes

The arbitration or mediation of trust disputes can help parties to avoid publicly litigating their dispute in the courts. 

Building & Construction Disputes

Building and construction disputes can be complex and costly. Our services are designed to help.

International Commercial Disputes

NZIAC provides an effective forum for the settlement of international trade, commerce, investment, and cross-border disputes in the Trans-Pacific region.

Family & Relationship Disputes

Our family and relationship services help you find solutions to family and relationship conflict and move forward, without going to court.

IP Disputes

Our specialists understand the intricacies of IP law and provide a confidential, rapid, and affordable alternative to conventional court proceedings, allowing you to focus on what matters the most - your core business

Public Sector Disputes

We provide resolution services to a wide range of government agencies to resolve disputes, design conflict management systems, and build capacity for constructive conflict management, and public-private cooperation.