Litigation Lawyer (Blenheim)

CoLegal; Christchurch; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Parental leave benefits

Discounted health insurance

Relocation assistance

Flexible working / work from home

Job summary

CoLegal in Blenheim seeks a Lawyer at Senior Solicitor or Associate level with 3-7 years' PQE to join its growing litigation practice. This role offers ownership of files and direct exposure to clients and court work from early on, with a clear progression pathway in a highly regarded firm.

The position provides autonomy within a close-knit team, mentorship, and opportunities to develop in relationship property and complex civil litigation across Marlborough.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years' post-qualification experience.
• A current New Zealand practising certificate.
• Litigation experience gained in private practice.
• Experience in relationship property matters.
• Strong drafting, advocacy and communication skills and confidence in court.
• Sound judgement and a practical, client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage files and advise clients from day one.
• Attend mediations and support court appearances.
• Contribute to business development initiatives.
• Develop your brand and career in a relationship-focused practice.
• Collaborate with a Partner and National team to deliver results.

Skills

Litigation experience

Drafting

Advocacy

Communication skills

Client-focused

Education

NZ practising certificate

Job description

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Are you a litigation lawyer looking for genuine responsibility, direct client involvement and the opportunity to develop your advocacy and dispute resolution skills in a supportive, partner-led environment?

This Blenheim law firm is seeking a Lawyer at Senior Solicitor or Associate level with 3-7 years' PQE to join its growing litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to take ownership of files and gain direct exposure to clients and court work from early on, with a clear progression pathway forward in a highly regarded firm.

The Opportunity
This role gives you the opportunity to join a close-knit litigation team working directly alongside a Partner with the support of a National team. There’s a high level of autonomy in this role while still providing strong mentoring and support.

The Marlborough clientele is quite relationship focused and you’ll have the opportunity to develop your brand and career in the community in a role that has a particular focus on relationship property and complex civil litigation. You’ll have the opportunity to work across:

• Relationship property disputes
• Trust and estate litigation
• General civil and commercial disputes
• Contractual and property-related disputes
• Mediation, negotiation and alternative dispute resolution
• District Court and High Court proceedings

Are you a litigation lawyer looking for genuine responsibility, direct client involvement and the opportunity to develop your advocacy and dispute resolution skills in a supportive, partner-led environment?

This Blenheim law firm is seeking a Lawyer at Senior Solicitor or Associate level with 3-7 years' PQE to join its growing litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to take ownership of files and gain direct exposure to clients and court work from early on, with a clear progression pathway forward in a highly regarded firm.

The Opportunity
This role gives you the opportunity to join a close-knit litigation team working directly alongside a Partner with the support of a National team. There’s a high level of autonomy in this role while still providing strong mentoring and support.

The Marlborough clientele is quite relationship focused and you’ll have the opportunity to develop your brand and career in the community in a role that has a particular focus on relationship property and complex civil litigation. You’ll have the opportunity to work across:

• Relationship property disputes
• Trust and estate litigation
• General civil and commercial disputes
• Contractual and property-related disputes
• Mediation, negotiation and alternative dispute resolution
• District Court and High Court proceedings

As part of a smaller team, you'll be trusted with meaningful responsibility from day one, including managing files, advising clients, attending mediations, supporting court appearances and contributing to business development initiatives.

About You
We're interested in hearing from lawyers with:

• 3-7 years' post-qualification experience
• A current New Zealand practising certificate
• Litigation experience gained in private practice
• Experience in relationship property matters
• Strong drafting, advocacy and communication skills and confidence in court
• Sound judgement and a practical, client-focused approach

What's on Offer? This role offers the rare combination of quality legal work, genuine career progression and an exceptional lifestyle. Benefits include:

• Direct access to experienced mentors and senior lawyers
• Clear career development pathways
• A diverse and interesting litigation practice
• Genuine opportunities to build courtroom and advocacy experience
• Flexible working arrangements, including wfh
• Birthday leave, enhanced parental leave benefits and discounted health insurance
• Potential relocation assistance for the right candidate

Why Blenheim? This role gives you the opportunity to escape the bigger city lifestyle and move to a beautiful spot in Marlborough. Blenheim offers a lifestyle that’s becoming increasingly difficult to find in New Zealand's larger centres. With over 2,400 hours of sunshine annually, stunning natural scenery, world-renowned wineries and easy access to both the Marlborough Sounds and Nelson, it’s a destination that perfectly balances professional opportunity with personal wellbeing. Short commute times, affordable housing, excellent schools, and an abundance of outdoor activities make this an ideal spot to have great work/ life balance in an office that is based in the country and very dog friendly!