New Zealand Law Society - Criminal - Litigation Solicitor - Gisborne Central
Criminal Defence Lawyer
Do you want to live in a mild climate where you can walk, ride or take a short drive to work?
Woodward Chrisp is a well-established and respected law firm based in Gisborne, offering a wide range of legal services including criminal defence. Our team of 43 is working in spacious offices, with modern technology and excellent support staff. We pride ourselves on being a local firm responsive to and integrated into our local community and are dedicated to providing high-quality legal representation to clients across Gisborne and beyond.
We are currently seeking a talented lawyer with criminal law advocacy experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years PQE and PAL 1 approval with Legal Aid Services (or the ability to gain such a listing), completed duty lawyer training, a strong understanding of criminal law, and a passion for advocating for justice. Building credibility with judges, peers and others in the legal community will be important to you. As part of a tight team you will enjoy exchanging ideas and brainstorming solutions, and happy to provide mentoring to junior solicitors. You will have empathy and the ability to relate to a wide range of people.
You will have a range of cases to work on, mainly in the criminal area, but previous civil law experience in family law, property law and employment would be a bonus. You will have your own PAL1 files as well as the opportunity to work on PAL3 and 4 cases.
What we expect from the ideal candidate
What we offer
Apply today with a cover letter and CV - don't miss this opportunity!
For further information contact Cherie Mirko on Cherie.M@wwclaw.co.nz.
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