This role is for New Zealand citizen or resident only, no visa supporting.

We are looking for a capable and proactive Law Clerk with 2–3 years of practical legal experience to support our legal team. This role is ideal for someone progressing toward admission as a solicitor or seeking to build on their experience in a high-performing legal environment. The successful candidate will assist with substantive legal work, including research, drafting, and matter management, while also playing a key role in supporting senior legal staff.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct in-depth legal research and provide analysis to support litigation, advisory, or transactional work

  • Draft a range of legal documents including contracts, pleadings, briefs, affidavits, legal opinions, and correspondence

  • Assist in file management across all stages of legal matters—from instruction through to resolution

  • Prepare bundles for court proceedings or regulatory submissions

  • Attend client meetings, mediations, or court (as required) and take detailed notes or minutes

  • Liaise with clients, counsel, courts, and third parties in a professional and timely manner

  • Ensure all work complies with firm policies and legal ethical obligations

More details about the position 

Job type: Full-time Permanent 
Number of positions for this job: 1 
Pay rate: $24.00 per hour 
Days required: 5-6 days/week (Must be available on Weekends)
Hours per week: 35 hours/week, maximum 55 hours/week

Key Requirements: 

  • Master qualification in Law (NZQA-accredited) AND at least two years of relevant experience in a legal environment

  • Strong research, writing, and analytical skills

  • Proficiency with legal software (e.g., OneLaw, Actionstep) and research platforms (Lexis Advance, Westlaw NZ)

  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

  • Clear understanding of the New Zealand legal system, including court procedures and common legal processes

  • Able to work independently while contributing to a team

If you are a New Zealand citizen or resident, meet the above requirements, have a great work attitude and are a team player, please send us your CV. 

 

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