A leading criminal barrister practising in the Auckland CBD is seeking a capable junior lawyer to join their practice.

The role offers the opportunity to gain experience across a range of criminal advocacy matters.

The role involves

• Interesting and varied criminal advocacy work
• Legal research and drafting opinions, memoranda and submissions
• Client care and interviewing
• Courtroom appearances appropriate to the successful candidate’s experience and ability
• Trial work

The ideal candidate will have

• A current practising certificate
• A genuine interest in developing a career in criminal advocacy
• Strong academic results and up to three years’ PQE
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage a busy workload

To apply, please email Louise Alexander at