Senior Litigation Solicitor

19 hours ago


Christchurch Central, New Zealand Leo Legal Recruitment Full time

Senior Litigation Solicitor

  • Boutique specialist litigation practice.
  • Job satisfaction, top rewards and professional development.
  • Supportive, collegial team who enjoy working together.

A unique opportunity for a dynamic & talented litigator to quickly progress their career. Become a key part of this litigation team.

Our client is a boutique litigation legal practice.   This new role will provide you with a fantastic opportunity to fine-tune your litigation career working on large scale complex litigation matters.   Take advantage of this unique opportunity to become a valued member of this high performing team who enjoy working together and thrive on providing exceptional service.

They are seeking a dynamic Senior Solicitor / Associate / Senior Associate who has experience in research, drafting opinions, briefing witnesses, preparation of pleadings, submissions and appearing in Court.    You will be working alongside very experienced and well-known litigators together with assisting Barristers and Kings Counsel on interesting and complex litigation matters.

The Benefits:

·       Enjoy high quality legal work.

·       A top of the range remuneration package.

·       Excellent career opportunities going forward.

·       A supported career with training and mentoring provided.

To be successful you will need:

·       Senior litigation experience working in a high performing litigation team.

·       Previous mediation and Court work experience.

·       To be an innovative 'big picture' dynamic solicitor.

·       Be able to relate to a wide range of people.

·       Strong communication and mediation skills.

If you are seeking to progress you career in litigation, and would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact:

Leonie Queree | Leo Recruitment Ltd

Email: | Phone



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