Family & Relationship Property Lawyer | 3+ years PQE

Posted 08 September 2025
LocationAuckland
Job type Permanent
DisciplineLaw Firms - Professional
Reference6504002

Job description

The Firm: 
As a firm that has a strong reputation for its client centric approach, working with clients across various generations. The firm is dedicated to creating a friendly yet high-performing working culture where it can foster the growth and development of staff.

The Opportunity: 
Working with the support and mentorship of experienced Partners, you will work on both legal aid and private paying client family law and relationship property matters. 

The work would include: 
  • Relationship Property;
  • Care of Child;
  • Family Violence;
  • PPPR;
  • Spousal Maintenance; and
  • Adoption as well as other family law-related matters. 
The firm has modern operating systems and offers staff good flexibility, with the option for staff to work from home 1 day a week. 

About you: 
  • 3+ years PQE experience in family law gained in a specialist family law practice or within a family law team at a general practice (If family law work forms only a part of your experience, you may still be suitable for the role, given you have had decent exposure within the area);
  • Family Court experience and some exposure to relationship property agreements and advice work are key.
  • Sound drafting skills and advocacy skills.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills. 
This role could suit a family law barrister who is keen to join a close-knit and friendly team to have the support and collegiality; likewise, it could suit a family lawyer who is looking for a better environment and quality work. Whichever the case, enquire today. 

For further information, contact Jenny on 027 874 0993 or Anand Ranchhod on 027 274 6186 or to apply, email your CV and academic record to jenny@colegal.co.nz or by clicking 'QUICK APPLY' now.