Client Cases

(2021-2022)

Four Winds Foundation Ltd v New Zealand Community Trust

GCA Lawyers successfully represented a Class 4 gaming society in a declaratory judgment regarding venue licence transfers under the Gambling Act 2003. The High Court ruled that corporate societies cannot withhold venue licence surrenders to impose a four-week stand-down period, reinforcing industry practice and ensuring fair competition. This decision clarified the obligations of corporate societies and upheld the rights of venues seeking to transfer gaming licences.

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Ewan Robert Carr and Brookside Farm Trust Limited v Galloway Cook Allan

Mr Carr sought and obtained, the setting aside of an arbitration agreement and decision, on the basis of mutual mistake.

Artist / Art Dealer Dispute

GCA Lawyers acted for an art dealer facing criminal proceedings concerning a representation agreement and competing allegations between the dealer and a represented artist about artworks and sale proceeds. All matters were successfully resolved out of court.

Ross v Southern Response Earthquake Services Ltd

GCA acted in a major class action against Southern Response on behalf of around 3000 claimants, arising from alleged concealment of information relevant to Canterbury earthquake insurance claims. The case resulted in a historic first opt-out order and a settlement under which eligible class members recovered 100% of their assessed damages.

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