Lawyer

Whitcombe Law; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services provider in Dunedin is seeking a Lawyer to manage a caseload of property-related legal matters, including wills, trusts, and property sales. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge in Property Law and a Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB). Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for this full-time, on-site role. Collaborative work with a dynamic team is a key aspect of this position.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in New Zealand.
• Experience handling property sales and purchases is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of property-related legal matters.
• Provide expert legal advice and draft legal documents.
• Represent clients in negotiations.

Skills

Expert knowledge in Property Law

Excellent legal research skills

Strong analytical skills

Effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB)

Job description

Company Description

Built on the foundation of over 20 years of professional expertise, Whitcombe Law was founded by Todd Whitcombe and Sonya Whitcombe. Whitcombe Law specializes in property-related legal services, offering expertise in property sales and purchases, wills, trusts, refinances, enduring powers of attorney, relationship property agreements, and more. Whitcombe Law operates with a dynamic team of legal professionals, providing expert legal support throughout New Zealand.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Lawyer, located in Dunedin. The Lawyer will be responsible for managing a caseload of property-related legal matters, including, wills, trusts, enduring powers of attorney, and relationship property agreements with some property sales and purchases. The Lawyer will provide expert legal advice, draft legal documents, and represent clients in negotiations. Collaboration with the dynamic team of legal professionals is also a key aspect of this role.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge and experience in Property Law
• Experience in handling property sales and purchases, wills, trusts, refinances, enduring powers of attorney, and relationship property agreements
• Excellent legal research, drafting, and negotiation skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently
• Licensed to practice law in New Zealand
• Prior experience in real estate law or a related field is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) or a related field