Family Solicitor - Associate

Leo Legal Recruitment; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Leo Legal Recruitment's client, a well-managed practice, seeks a Family Solicitor to join their friendly team in Christchurch. The role is varied and productive, with a strong emphasis on client service and case preparation.

Candidates should have extensive family law experience, handling complex matters including relationship property, separations, and care of children, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Qualifications

• Experience in complex family law and relationship property matters.
• Proven ability to manage private client matters including separations and litigation.
• Ability to work independently with proactive case management.

Responsibilities

• Advise private clients on family law processes including separations and property.
• Prepare and manage contracts, parenting and care proceedings, and litigation.
• Support clients under stress with empathetic, clear communication.

Skills

Senior Solicitor/Associate

Calm organised work manner

Strong communication & mediation

Empathetic & understanding demeanor

Job description

Full time preferred but part time candidates considered.

Very appealing remuneration package.

Are you a highly organized and proactive individual with the confidence to work independently and truly excel?

Role overview

Our client, an expertly managed practice with phenomenal people, requires a Family Solicitor to join their friendly team. Your role will be varied and productive.

An experienced and proficient Family Law professional is required to proactively support clients in what is a growing area for the practice. To succeed in this role, you will have had relevant experience in handling complex family law and relationship property matters. You will be working for private clients and working on separations, contracting out agreements, relationship property matters and litigation, adoption and care of children matters.

Selection criteria

• Senior Solicitors to Associate level;
• A calm organised work manner;
• Strong communication and mediation skills; and
• An empathetic and understanding demeanor when working with clients under stress.

Our client:

• Is committed to offering outstanding support to the successful applicant;
• Promotes strong work-life harmony;
• Is known for their friendly and approachable manner; and
• Will offer a very appealing remuneration package.

*If appointed by Leo Legal Recruitment $1,000 will be paid to your charity of choice on your commencement date or $750 cash to you upon completion of 3 months continuous employment (pro-rata if part time) – valid until the end of 2026.