Construction Litigation Lawyer for High-Value Disputes

Stellar Recruitment

Auckland

On-site

NZD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Career progression
Competitive remuneration package
Flexible & supportive environment
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Job summary

Stellar Recruitment is seeking a NZ-qualified construction litigation lawyer to take ownership of high-value disputes across construction, development, infrastructure and broader commercial sectors in Auckland.

You will work closely with clients to shape litigation strategy, draft pleadings and manage matters with increasing autonomy, supported by senior lawyers in a collaborative, low-ego environment.

Qualifications

  • NZ admitted lawyer with approximately 3-8 years PQE.
  • Experience in litigation, construction law or dispute resolution.
  • Strong drafting, analytical & advocacy skills.
  • Ability to manage matters with increasing autonomy.
  • Commercially minded approach to problem solving.
  • Excellent communication & relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Advise on construction, engineering & project disputes.
  • Represent clients through mediation, adjudication & litigation processes.
  • Draft pleadings, submissions & dispute-related documentation.
  • Assess contractual risk & provide strategic dispute avoidance advice.
  • Manage complex commercial & project-based litigation matters.
  • Develop trusted relationships with clients & industry stakeholders.

Skills

NZ admitted lawyer
Litigation experience
Dispute resolution
Analytical skills
Communication
Relationship management

Education

NZ law qualification / Bar admission

Job description

Stellar Recruitment is seeking a NZ-qualified construction litigation lawyer to take ownership of high-value disputes across construction, development, infrastructure and broader commercial sectors in Auckland.

You will work closely with clients to shape litigation strategy, draft pleadings and manage matters with increasing autonomy, supported by senior lawyers in a collaborative, low-ego environment.

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