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Senior Solicitor - Commercial Litigation

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A fantastic opportunity to join a top tier law firm in a growing commercial litigation team

Our client, a national law firm renowned for attracting complex legal work and top-tier lawyers, is seeking a Senior Solicitor to join their commercial litigation team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a broad variety of international and domestic cases, providing an exciting challenge for those looking to expand their legal expertise.

  • National law firm with a reputation for complex legal work
  • Opportunity to work on both international and domestic cases
  • Part of a commercial litigation team


What you'll do:

As a Senior Solicitor, your role will be integral to the commercial litigation team. You will be responsible for drafting various documents, conducting detailed research, and performing discovery tasks. Your excellent skills in mediation and dispute resolution will be put to good use as you handle litigation processes and work on insolvency cases. This role provides an exciting opportunity to work on both international and domestic cases, offering a diverse range of experiences.

  • Drafting documents including correspondence, pleadings, and submissions
  • Conducting thorough research related to cases
  • Performing discovery tasks
  • Handling litigation processes
  • Mediating disputes between parties
  • Resolving disputes in a timely and efficient manner
  • Working on insolvency cases


What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Senior Solicitor position brings at least 3 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) and has previously worked in a civil or commercial litigation team. Your strong academic background underpins your excellent drafting skills and proficiency in research and discovery tasks. Experience in mediation, dispute resolution, and knowledge of insolvency laws are also key assets you bring to this role.

  • At least 3 years post-qualification experience (PQE)
  • Experience in a civil or commercial litigation team
  • Strong academic background
  • Excellent drafting skills
  • Proficient in research and discovery tasks
  • Experience in mediation and dispute resolution
  • Knowledge of insolvency laws

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Rosamund More on 09 374 7327.

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Legal

Focus: Litigation

Industry: Legal

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Location: Auckland

Job Reference: 2017430/001

Date posted: 8 November 2024

Consultant: Rosamund More

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