Shaurya Malaviya
BARRISTER
QUALIFICATIONS
LLB and B Com (Economics) - University of Auckland - 2008
Admitted - 2009
Senior Prosecutors Course - 2017
Principles of Tax and GST - 2019
Labour Inspector Training Programme - 2021
CONTACT
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Shaurya Malaviya
EXPERTISE
Regulatory
Criminal
Employment
Tax
Consumer and Alternative Dispute Resolution
“At the hearing, I complimented counsel for the appellant on the thoroughness of the preparation and presentation of the appellant's case. Counsel were instructed at short notice, but have presented an exemplary case for the appellant”
– Duffy J in JAH v R
Shaurya Malaviya is a Barrister specializing in Regulatory, Criminal and Employment law. His key focus area is defending prosecutions or civil action by Government agencies. He offers advocacy and representation to individuals and small to medium-sized businesses in disputes with Government agencies or those facing regulatory action. Shaurya also handles criminal matters, including traffic violations, fraud, drug offences, and family violence cases.
In addition to litigation, Shaurya advises businesses on obtaining approvals from Government agencies, such as liquor licensing and building resource consents.
With over 12 years of experience in various roles within Government departments, Shaurya’s background includes:
Prosecutor - Police
Senior Solicitor - Ministry of Social Development
Litigation Team Leader - Inland Revenue
Wellington Regional Manager - Labour Inspectorate - Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
Leveraging his extensive public sector experience as a legal advisor, prosecutor, investigator, and manager, Shaurya assists businesses in formulating risk management strategies to protect against future compliance actions. He also conducts employment and code of conduct investigations for corporate clients.
Before joining the public sector, Shaurya worked as a Junior Barrister in Criminal and Civil Litigation in Auckland, appearing in various New Zealand courts and tribunals, including the Court of Appeal, Family Court, and High Court.
In addition to his practice, Shaurya serves as a Referee for the Dispute Tribunal and as an Adjudicator for the Motor Vehicles Disputes Tribunal.
Shaurya is fluent in Hindi and conversant in Punjabi.
Appointments
Referee - Disputes Tribunal - March 2023 - March 2026
Adjudicator - Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal - April 2024 - October 2024