Senior Lawyer
Full time
at Everest People
in
New Zealand
Posted on May 8, 2024
Job details
Senior Litigator(s) - Criminal Prosecution & Civil
Bring your exceptional litigation skills and a strong sense of purpose, representing the community’s interests in the Waikato. Senior Litigator(s) – Criminal Prosecution and Civil- 4 years+ litigation experience in either criminal prosecution or civil law.
- Professional growth and career development opportunities.
- Varied and challenging litigation work on behalf of the Crown.
- Run an independent caseload and support the senior team on files, representing the Crown in criminal prosecutions at a more complex level.
- Provide considered advice and legal opinion to civil and regulatory clients, representing them in court proceedings.
- Collaborate with clients, colleagues and external parties to develop effective legal strategies and achieve favourable outcomes.
- Support and mentor junior colleagues, being considered, respectful and constructive in growing their knowledge and capability.
- Conduct thorough file reviews, legal research and analysis to support case preparation and documentation, identifying risks for prompt resolution.
- Review and interpret legislation, regulations and legal precedents to assess the strength of cases.
- A minimum of four years criminal or civil litigation experience with a current practising certificate.
- The ability to manage a diverse caseload and prioritise tasks effectively.
- A critical eye for detail and the ability to identify risks, providing solutions to minimise their impact.
- Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, confidently presenting and arguing points of law while maintaining integrity and fairness.
- The ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced, sometimes pressured environment.
- A focus on the community.
- Professional supervision and career development.
- Opportunity for variety as well as specialty.
- Supportive working environment.
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