Dispute Resolution Lawyer – 3-5 years PQE We are a Christchurch-based law firm, and over the past century we have built a reputation for maintaining close and dependable relationships with our clients. With over 70 employees, we are proud of our firm's culture, values, and vision. We have an opportunity for an experienced Solicitor to join our Dispute Resolution team. The team advises on a range of disputes including commercial, property, insurance, employment, construction, banking, debt collection, and much more.
Key functions of the role include: Legal advice on a range of dispute resolution and employment matters.
Ability to run some files on your own (supervision provided).
Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategy and client objectives.
Draft legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, affidavits, and settlement agreements.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships through exceptional service.
Attend court hearings, mediations, and settlements representing clients under supervision.
Stay abreast of changes in legislation, court decisions, and legal trends affecting litigation.
Support business development initiatives and attend networking events.
Minimum Requirements: NZ qualified lawyer with approximately 3–5 years' legal experience in litigation and employment.
Exceptional technical mind and ability to analyse legal issues.
Great communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, as well as a sense of humour.
Has a strong drive to deliver the best client experience.
Is well-organised, time-efficient and process driven.
Is able to work independently and as part of a team.
Can manage priorities and deadlines effortlessly.
Is reliable and shows initiative along with a good attention for detail.
Committed to helping develop and train junior solicitors in the team.
Working at Cavell Leitch: Ongoing training and development opportunities with progression pathways.
You'll be part of a friendly and social team who work collaboratively.
Range of leave benefits (parental, long service, marital, study, lawyers' day).
Connected culture and supportive wellbeing program.
Typical Recruitment Process: Our HR team will endeavour to respond to applications within 48 hours of receiving them.
If skills align, we will invite you to an interview with an HR member and/or relevant team leaders.
We may then conduct a second, less formal interview with other members of our team.
Our HR team checks in with candidates between each stage to cover off any concerns.
All relevant testing, reference-checking and criminal checks will take place.
Lastly, our hiring team will make the decision to offer the role.
We then offer a full bespoke induction to all of our successful candidates.
Contact us If you wish to find out more about this opportunity, or you want to submit your application, including a covering letter and resume, apply HERE. Alternately you can reach Lauren, our HR Advisor on 0273567383 or email ****** .
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