Author: Scott Hunter

Scott Hunter is a Partner at Rice Craig Barristers and Solicitors. His principal area of practice is commercial law, covering shareholder agreements and disputes, sales and acquisitions, joint ventures, business contracts, commercial and residential property, and trusts. He is a Harvard-trained mediator and an associate member of AMINZ, acting as both counsel in mediations and as mediator. Scott has served the South Auckland business community for over 30 years from the firm's Papakura office.

New Methamphetamine Regulations for South Auckland Landlords: What Changed on 16 April 2026

Last Verified: 6 July 2026  |  Author: Scott Hunter, Partner, Rice Craig Barristers and Solicitors This page covers the Residential Tenancies (Managing Methamphetamine Contamination) Regulations 2026. For an overview of Rice Craig’s full property law services, visit our Property Law Hub. What changed for meth contamination in New Zealand rental properties? The Residential Tenancies (Managing […]

Leases during the lockdown period – Coronavirus – COVID-19

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New Zealand faces an unprecedented government mandated lockdown to prevent the spread of Covid-19 and as a result, a significant number of New Zealand businesses are unable to access their business premises due to such restrictions. If the current (sixth) edition Auckland District Law Society (ADLS) Deed of Lease (Lease) was used, it will contain […]

What you need to know about Shareholder Agreements

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Congratulations on starting a business – you have an exciting ride ahead of you! While many people focus on branding, product details and their choice of office chair, it’s actually also really important to consider the legal aspect of your business, too – your Shareholders’ Agreement, in particular. A Shareholders’ Agreement is an agreement between […]