Law Clerk

Full job description
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.


Pay: $24.00 per hour