Litigation Legal Assistant – Civil & Disputes

Tompkins Wake; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tompkins Wake is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join the Hamilton-based Civil & Disputes Resolution team. You will provide high-quality administrative and litigation support across a diverse range of matters, ensuring smooth operations and timely filings.

In this role you will manage documents, diaries, and client liaison, while supporting billing and appropriate compliance. A proactive, team‑focused approach and strong organisation are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant in civil litigation or disputes resolution.
• Sound knowledge of court processes and filing requirements.
• Strong technical skills with legal software, MS365 and Acrobat.
• Excellent organisation and time management, handling competing priorities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy, plus professional client communication.
• Proactive, adaptable and team-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and file court documents and legal correspondence.
• Assist with discovery, document management, and court bundles.
• Manage files, workflows, matter administration and compliance.
• Coordinate diaries, meetings and important deadlines.
• Liaise with clients, courts, counsel and external parties.
• Support billing, trust accounting, and general practice administration.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment.

Skills

Legal Assistant experience

Civil litigation knowledge

Microsoft 365

Adobe Acrobat

Organisational skills

Tools

Legal practice management systems

Microsoft 365

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Tompkins Wake is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join the Hamilton-based Civil & Disputes Resolution team. You will provide high-quality administrative and litigation support across a diverse range of matters, ensuring smooth operations and timely filings.

In this role you will manage documents, diaries, and client liaison, while supporting billing and appropriate compliance. A proactive, team‑focused approach and strong organisation are essential for success.