About the role: 

• The work would include CoCA matters (parenting and protection orders, custody arrangements etc), family violence cases, paternity and adoption matters, mediations and judicial settlement conferences and defended Family Court cases
• A blend of Legal Aid and private paying client work, with cases allocated based on urgency and capacity
• Regular court work 
• The firm has open plan offices to facilitate communication and collaboration and are strong on team support and active supervision
• You'll be provided with file clinics, peer mentoring and collaborative problem solving which are built into how the team operates

What you need to bring:  

• 1–2 years’ PQE in family law (this isn’t a role for grads or students) but those with more experience are of interest too
• A collaborative approach, this is a close-knit and open team
• A genuine interest in family law, working with clients going through difficult times
• NZ qualified lawyer
• An interest in developing your court and advocacy skills

What’s on offer:  

• A great opportunity to build your family law and relationship property experience through a variety of work and clients
• Competitive salary for your level
• Flat billing target and transparent bonus paid quarterly
• Exposure to meaningful and complex work from day one
• A team that prioritises support, growth and doing good work together

You may come from a background supporting a family law barrister and keen to move into a firm where you can grow or likewise you could be interested in a role where you can be mentored to grow and also get court work. Get in touch to learn more.

For a confidential chat, contact Bob Kou on 027 274 5926 or by sending your CV and academic transcript to bob@colegal.co.nz or by clicking on 'QUICK APPLY' now.