Criminal Defence Lawyer

The Firm
A specialist criminal defence practice with an excellent reputation in the Auckland courts. This team adopts a unique, collaborative approach to both legal aid and private client work, ensuring the best possible outcomes for their clients and fostering a supportive environment for their lawyers.

The Role
This is a rare opportunity to join a highly regarded defence practice that operates differently to the traditional sole practitioner model. You will work across criminal matters, with the scope to be involved in family law as the practice expands.

The role offers:

• Substantial advocacy experience in the District and High Courts
• A strong pipeline of both legal aid and private client instructions
• Long-term career progression

About You
To be successful, you will ideally bring:

• PAL approval (or be working towards it)
• Solid criminal law experience, ideally within the Auckland and North Shore courts
• A collaborative and team-focused mindset

Candidates with diverse backgrounds, including second-career lawyers or those with broader professional experience, are encouraged to apply. Maturity, adaptability, and culture fit are highly valued.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive remuneration, aligned to experience
• A collaborative team environment with senior mentorship
• Genuine long-term growth
• Exposure to a broad range of cases across criminal and family law

How to Apply
Contact Ben Holloway at [email protected] or call 09 972 9988 for a confidential discussion.

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