Family Law Solicitor

Posted 18 July 2025
LocationChristchurch
Job type Permanent
DisciplineLaw Firms - Professional
Reference958683

Job description

The role
Our client is a well-established law firm with decades of experience who is looking to add to their family law practice.

We are looking for an intermediate level solicitor, ideally around 3+ years PQE with experience in family law and a desire to grow their career in this area. Led by a Partner with over 20 years of experience in litigation and family law, you’ll have strong mentoring and development in a small firm that really values your contribution and wants to achieve the best outcomes possible for their clients.
Responsibilities include:
  • Parenting, guardianship and adoption issues
  • Relationship property
  • Contracting out agreements
Ideally you will have legal aid experience as well and want to continue working in this area in the future. 
  
What’s on offer
  • Wellbeing is a big focus (and commitment) of this firm. They are a team who work hard when they’re at work but believe it’s important to disconnect, put down the tools and focus on family and other priorities outside of hours
  • Flexibility and a collaborative team approach which allows everyone to win
  • A solid client base and busy workload along with great mentoring!
  • Beautiful location + competitive market salary
Reach out to Liz Sloan for a confidential discussion at CoLegal Recruitment – liz@colegal.co.nz or 027 211 6718.