Litigation Solicitor

5 days ago


Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Fluid Legal Full time NZ$70,000 - NZ$110,000 per year

Harkness Henry is looking for an Intermediate Solicitor to join our litigation team. You will have the support of senior practitioners, and the opportunity to run your own files.

You will enjoy working with autonomy, whilst having the support of our Partners whose working style is consultative with an excellent focus on open communication. You will possess a desire and drive to build your practice area and bring your own personal reputation to compliment Harkness Henry's proud reputation - with marketing and business development support we'll work with you to grow our business - we're a busy and collaborative team at Harkness Henry.

Our ideal candidate will:

  • Have 2+ years' litigation experience in dispute resolution/litigation
  • Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Be comfortable with Court and mediation appearances including general civil, estates, and trust disputes.
  • Manage client relationships and bring a reputation for building relationships
  • Have strong communication and mediation skills
  • Have an empathetic and understanding manner when working with clients under stress.

As a Litigation Solicitor in our Hamilton office, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Enhance Your Expertise: Deepen your knowledge in dispute resolution/litigation law. Working alongside a market leading Partner and senior practitioners you will learn from the best and get exposure to interesting and complex matters.
  • Provide Strategic Counsel: Deliver high-quality legal advice both verbally and in written form, conduct thorough research, and draft essential documents.
  • Collaborate Effectively: Work closely with our team to support our clients and contribute to the firm's growth and success.

If you are looking for a role where you can grow, take ownership, and contribute to a strong and reputable litigation practice, we would love to hear from you.

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