We have a rare opportunity for a 3-5 year lawyer to join our successful Family Law Team
A new full-time position will be available from June 2026 in our Family Law team for an ambitious 3-5 year (approx.) lawyer who is wanting to specialise in Family Law. You will be practising in all areas of Family Law, including relationship and trust property matters, care of children disputes, family violence matters and other disputes involving the Family Court – both on a legal aid and private client basis. This is an opportunity to work in a busy, dedicated, and fun team comprising 3 Partners, an Associate, 3 staff solicitors and 3 Legal Assistants who provide a supportive working environment.
About you
As we value strong relationships with our clients, you will possess exceptional technical and interpersonal skills with a desire to build a Family Law practice.
Ideally you will have some experience running a defended hearing and be a lead legal aid provider.
About us
Harmans is a long-established New Zealand law firm operating from modern offices in an unrivalled location within the Central City of Canterbury. We are located close to parking and are situated amongst the best Christchurch has to offer in retail and hospitality.
We have a great culture and provide our employees with a supportive and collaborative environment. We value wellbeing and are always looking for ways to improve our employees’ experience with us.
Our commitment
We are committed to giving back to the community and are a major contributor to the New Zealand Law Society, Family Law Section and wider community organisations. We are committed to gender equality and the continued development of our lawyers’ skills and knowledge base.
We offer
We offer a competitive remuneration package within a friendly, fun, and professional environment, including added benefits such as life insurance cover, in-house wellbeing activities, a day’s paid leave for your birthday and a day to work with charity of your choice.
If you wish to join our thriving team, we would like to hear from you. Please respond by email with a curriculum vitae, academic transcript, and covering letter to:
Abbey Wallace, Business Operations Manager.
Abbey.Wallace@harmans.co.nz
Applications close 5pm, 17 April 2026.
