Darius Shahtahmasebi

Background

Darius Shahtahmasebi loves a challenge – that’s why the legal profession appealed to him. In his nine years as a litigator he has honed his problem-solving and dispute-resolution skills, building enduring relationships with clients and always working towards positive outcomes. For Darius, the job is about making a difference and reaching solutions that help his clients move forward.

Darius is an experienced Court lawyer having appeared in a wide range of contentious litigation from claims before the Canterbury Earthquakes Insurance Tribunal to the Court of Appeal. Darius also has international experience having practiced at all levels of the Courts in Samoa.

Expertise

• Building Disputes/Construction litigation
• Insolvency including debt recovery
• Insurance including earthquake and landslip insurance claims
• Disputes concerning Body Corporate and Incorporated Societies
• Immigration and Refugee Law

Recognition

• Member of a local community board
• Volunteer at community law centres in New Zealand and Samoa

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