Graduate Position - Family Law North Shore, Auckland
Schumacher Law
Want a good work-life balance?
Want to feel like you are making a difference in people’s lives?
A fulltime Graduate position has opened up in our modern family practice for a driven, enthusiastic and positive lawyer.
The Firm:
Our firm was established in 2014. We specialise in Family Law and have built an excellent reputation within the industry.
Job description:
You role will include:
Running your own files from onboarding to conclusion (with mentoring)
Dealing with legal issues like paternity, guardianship disputes, children’s care arrangements, Oranga Tamariki proceedings and family harm applications
Representing our clients in Court
Participating in mediations/round table meetings/Judicial Settlement Conferences
Offering legal advice to our clients
Providing an excellent level of customer service
Benefits:
Flexible hours
A fast-growing practice
Walking distance to the North Shore Court
A positive and encouraging work environment
Being part of a small, cohesive and enthusiastic team of family lawyers
Requirements:
As a family lawyer you will need:
To have already been admitted, or you are about to be admitted, to the bar
Completed a Family Law paper during your LLB
An ability to build and maintain colleague/client relationships
Excellent communication skills
An eye for detail
An ability to empathise with others
A passion to help others
If this sounds like you, please send a covering letter, your academic transcript and CV to Natalie at: natalie@schumacherlaw.co.nz. Applications close on Thursday 15 May 2025.