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Criminal & Civil Litigation Lawyer

Litigation - Civil and private disputes

Auckland, New Zealand

Desired Experience:

3–5 PQE

Job Type:

Full Time, Permanent

About the Firm

Our client is a highly regarded firm based in Auckland CBD that values quality over quantity. They offer a supportive and professional culture where all lawyers are treated as responsible adults, focusing on top-tier legal work without the grind of long hours. With a collaborative and down-to-earth environment, this firm is committed to achieving excellent results while maintaining work-life balance.

About the Role

You will be joining a small, tight-knit litigation team working across both civil and criminal matters. This role will see you:

Spending around 60% of your time in court, gaining significant advocacy experience.
Working autonomously on client-facing matters with minimal oversight.
Collaborating closely with an experienced Partner, another Solicitor, and a Graduate.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a litigation lawyer who wants strong courtroom exposure, meaningful work, and the ability to progress in a supportive environment.

About you

To be considered for this role, you will ideally have:

3–5 years PQE with a strong background in litigation.
Proven courtroom experience and confidence in advocacy.
The ability to work autonomously while being a team player.
A collaborative mindset, suited to a small, close-knit team environment.

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About the location

Auckland CBD is the heart of New Zealand’s largest city, offering a vibrant mix of business, culture, and lifestyle. From the waterfront and Viaduct Harbour to excellent dining, shopping, and easy transport links, you’ll be working in the centre of it all.

Interested?

If this opportunity sounds of interest and you would like to learn more, please contact Sam on 027 5665 707, sam@chisholmclarke.co.nz or hit the "Apply Now" button to start a confidential discussion.

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