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Litigation Solicitor
- Posted13 February 2026
- LocationChristchurch
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline Law Firms - Professional
- Reference1023157
Job description
Our client is part of a specialist litigation team who is looking for a solicitor with civil or commercial litigation experience to join their team. Specialising in complex disputes, this firm covers a wide variety of legal matters pertaining to commercial, construction, separations, employment, public regulatory work, insolvency and private wealth issues.
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity to join a tight-knit team with direct access to Partners who are well-known and well regarded in the litigation space in Christchurch. You will get hands-on experience with regular court attendance.
About You
We are seeking a lawyer with 3+ years experience (there is scope here for an intermediate level solicitor up to a Senior Associate to fit within the current team) and experience working in civil or commercial litigation. You'll have a genuine interest in litigation, have strong verbal and written communication skills and be a self-starter.
What’s on Offer
For a confidential chat about this role, please contact Liz Sloan at CoLegal Recruitment – liz@colegal.co.nz or 027 211 6718.
Looking for something different? We recruit for legal roles across New Zealand so if you’re looking for a change, let’s have a chat about the market. View our full list of legal roles here: www.colegal.co.nz/jobs
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity to join a tight-knit team with direct access to Partners who are well-known and well regarded in the litigation space in Christchurch. You will get hands-on experience with regular court attendance.
About You
We are seeking a lawyer with 3+ years experience (there is scope here for an intermediate level solicitor up to a Senior Associate to fit within the current team) and experience working in civil or commercial litigation. You'll have a genuine interest in litigation, have strong verbal and written communication skills and be a self-starter.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive market remuneration, aligned with experience
- Flexible hours
- Direct, hands-on support from Partners
- Great location in the Christchurch CBD
For a confidential chat about this role, please contact Liz Sloan at CoLegal Recruitment – liz@colegal.co.nz or 027 211 6718.
Looking for something different? We recruit for legal roles across New Zealand so if you’re looking for a change, let’s have a chat about the market. View our full list of legal roles here: www.colegal.co.nz/jobs