Solicitor Litigation

The Opportunity

We have an exclusive opportunity for a judges clerk to join our Litigation team as a Solicitor in early 2027. This role suits an outstanding candidate looking to build their career in a high-performing broad commercial litigation practice led by partners David Broadmore and Luke Sizer.

Youll work on complex high-value matters for listed entities and other prominent clients with exposure spanning advisory work ADR and litigation at all levels of the New Zealand courts.

What youll be doing

• Work across a wide range of commercial litigation matters including financial services insolvency property class actions construction company judicial review and IP disputes.
• Support complex high-value matters for listed entities and prominent clients.
• Contribute to all stages of disputes from advisory and ADR through to court proceedings.
• Assist with preparation for matters before the High Court Court of Appeal and Supreme Court.
• Undertake legal research drafting and analysis to support case strategy.
• Work closely with partners and senior lawyers in a collaborative high-performing team.
• Build your litigation and advocacy capability through hands-on experience and mentoring.

What were looking for

• A current or recent judges clerk with strong academic results.
• Excellent legal research drafting and analytical skills.
• A genuine interest in commercial litigation and dispute resolution.
• Strong attention to detail and sound judgment.
• A proactive team-oriented approach with strong interpersonal skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

About us

We are a full-service commercial law firm with 46 partners and over 300 people across our three offices. Our culture and the focus on collaboration is the foundation of who we are and in joining us you will feel valued connected and supported. We bring the highest quality approach to everything we do and measure our success by the exceptional experiences we provide. Our purpose is to empower our people to be extraordinary and in turn help our clients achieve extraordinary things.

Why join us

We offer a competitive salary and benefit package and the opportunity to grow your career in a professional and friendly environment. Youll be part of a team that genuinely values and recognises the people who keep things running behind the scenes and will be a trusted and valued assistant to our senior partners. Our generous benefits include health insurance wellbeing allowance training and development courses wellbeing programmes and extra leave days.

How to apply

If youre committed and thrive in a collaborative environment wed love to hear from you. Click on the Apply button or send your CV a short cover letter and academic transcript to . Applications close Monday 13 June 2026.

Buddle Findlay is recruiting directly for this role and will only be accepting direct applications at this stage.

Required Experience:

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