Senior Solicitor

19 hours ago


Christchurch, New Zealand Duncan Cotterill Full time

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Our Christchurch litigation team is well established and successful. We are seeking an experienced lawyer to join us and grow their career. Our work is interesting and diverse, offering a broad mix of high profile and challenging litigation. This includes significant trust cases, professional indemnity claims, human rights matters, charitable trust issues, construction disputes and insolvency matters. Our clients include New Zealand’s biggest insurers, significant commercial enterprises and large trusts.
The ideal candidate will have a desire to undertake challenging work to the highest standard, be commercial and pragmatic, as well as committed to delivering excellent client service. Previous experience in trusts, insurance or construction would be welcomed, but not essential.
In return you will get the opportunity to:

  • work alongside partners, special counsel and senior associates with an open door policy
  • get new and interesting work opportunities
  • be part of a supportive group of colleagues
  • receive ongoing training and development at all points of your career
  • be immersed in our fantastic culture, something that we’re very proud of

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced litigator looking to further their career in a fast paced and high performing team.
Duncan Cotterill has five offices across New Zealand and is one of New Zealand’s largest law firms. As a full-service law firm, we occupy a unique position in the legal market, delivering quality legal advice and exceptional value to our clients.
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Duncan Cotterill is an enterprising national, full-service law firm with offices in Auckland, Wellington, Nelson, Christchurch and Queenstown.

Duncan Cotterill is an enterprising national, full-service law firm with offices in Auckland, Wellington, Nelson, Christchurch and Queenstown.

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