Career Opportunities

   Mount Eden, Auckland

   Litigation & Dispute Resolution (Legal)

   Full Time

   $80,000 – $120,000 per year

About the role

Evolution Lawyers is seeking a Litigation Solicitor with 2 – 5 years relevant post qualification experience to join our growing team. This is a full-time position, providing the successful candidate with the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.

What you’ll be doing

• Assisting the directors with the management of general civil litigation matters, more specifically in the areas of contract, property, company, commercial, employment, construction, insolvency, trusts, and estates.
• Drafting letters, pleadings, affidavits, submissions, and other documents required for litigation matters.
• Researching legislation, case law, and legal commentary as required for litigation matters.
• Drafting legal opinions for clients.
• Attending to case management, discovery, and trial preparation for ongoing cases.
• Managing alternative disputes resolution processes, including negotiation and mediation.
  Managing Tenancy Tribunal and Disputes Tribunal proceedings for clients.
• Managing debt recovery and insolvency litigation – default judgments, summary judgments, judgment enforcement, bankruptcy, and liquidation.
• Attending Court as required by the directors, including list appearances, case management conferences, judicial settlement conferences, mentions, and callovers.
• Other attendances expected of an intermediate litigation solicitor.

What we’re looking for

• 2-5 years of post-qualification experience in a relevant legal role
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to providing exceptional client service
• Current practising certificate

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Ongoing training and mentorship
• Wellbeing support
• Regular team lunches
• Undercover carpark

   Mount Eden, Auckland

   Family Law (Legal)

   Full Time

   $80,000 – $120,000 per year

About the role

Evolution Lawyers is seeking a Family Solicitor with 2 – 5 years relevant post qualification experience to join our growing team. This is a full-time position, providing the successful candidate with the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.

What you’ll be doing

• Assisting the directors with the management of family law matters, including those involving the Property (Relationships) Act 1976, the Care of Children Act 2004, the Family Proceedings Act 1980, the Family Protection Act 1955, and the Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act 1988.
• Negotiating, drafting, and advising on relationship property, separation, and other contracting out agreements.
• Researching legislation, case law, and legal commentary as required for family law matters.
• Managing alternative disputes resolution processes, including negotiation and mediation.
• Drafting letters, applications, pleadings, affidavits, submissions, and other documents required for family law litigation matters.
• Attending Court as required by the directors, including list appearances, case management conferences, judicial settlement conferences, mentions, and callovers.
• Working with other solicitors to effect conveyances, share transfers, and other transactions, and making changes to trusts, companies, and other entities, arising from separations.
• Other attendances expected of an intermediate family law solicitor.

What we’re looking for

• 2-5 years of post-qualification experience in a relevant legal role
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to providing exceptional client service
• Current practising certificate

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Ongoing training and mentorship
• Wellbeing support
• Regular team lunches
• Undercover carpark

   Mount Eden, Auckland

   Property Law (Legal)

   Full Time

   $140,000 – $180,000 per year

About the role

Evolution Lawyers is looking for a Senior Associate with 7+ years of relevant post-qualification experience in Property, Trusts, and Estates to join our growing team. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive environment.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing property, trusts, and estates practices under the directors’ supervision, including residential and commercial conveyancing, leases, wills, estate administration, and family trust management.
• Supervising solicitors and associates on property, trusts, and estates matters.
• Assisting directors with disputes and litigation related to property, trusts, or estates.
• Taking primary responsibility for managing conveyancing transactions, including signing, certifying, and releasing e-dealings.
• Addressing client service issues and complaints.
• Assisting directors with mentoring and training junior staff.
• Attending networking and non-billable events to attract new work to the firm.

What we’re looking for

• 7+ years of post-qualification experience in a relevant legal role
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Dedication to providing top-tier client service
• Current practising certificate

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Negotiable flexible working options
• Assigned undercover carpark
• Potential for Directorship
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Ongoing training and mentorship
• Wellbeing support
• Regular team lunches and gatherings

   Mount Eden, Auckland

  Generalists – Law Firm (Legal)

   Full Time

  $70,000 – $100,000 per year

About the role

Evolution Lawyers is seeking an experienced Legal Executive with 3 + years post qualification experience to join our growing team. This is a full-time position, providing the successful candidate with the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.

What you’ll be doing

• Overseeing a range of property-related matters, including sales, purchases, and refinancing
• Handling various trust and estate matters, including wills and Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) documents
• Managing company administrative tasks
• Providing support to directors and senior authors on commercial and litigation issues when necessary
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents such as contracts, agreements, and correspondence
• Engaging in client meetings and presentations
• Collaborating with the broader team to ensure outstanding client service
• Continuously enhancing legal knowledge and keeping up with industry developments

What we’re looking for

• At least 3 years’ post-qualification experience working in a New Zealand legal practice
• Strong working knowledge of legal secretarial or executive work in property, trusts, and estates
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to providing exceptional client service

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for career progression and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Ongoing training and mentorship
• Exposure to a wide range of practice areas
• Wellbeing support
• Regular team lunches and fun gatherings throughout the year
• The use of a shared undercover carpark

   Mount Eden, Auckland

   Legal Secretaries (Legal)

   Full Time

   $60,000–$80,000 per year, depending on experience

About the role

Evolution Lawyers is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to join our growing team. This is a full-time position offering the opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive environment across a wide range of practice areas, including property, trusts, estates, family law, disputes and litigation.

What you’ll be doing

As a Legal Secretary, you will play a key role in supporting our legal team with high-quality administrative assistance across all areas of the practice. Your responsibilities will include:

• Answering phone calls, responding to emails, and managing incoming and outgoing mail
• Creating and administering new contacts and matters in our practice management system, including initiating customer due diligence where necessary
• Scanning and filing documents and deeds into the firm’s practice management software
• Liaising professionally with clients, court personnel, and other legal professionals
• Assisting with billing processes and tracking legal deadlines
• Providing backup support for our Office Coordinator during absences, including:
  • Working from the reception desk
  • Welcoming clients and visitors
  • Assisting with building access and car parking
  • Offering and preparing beverages for visiting clients
• Assisting the Office Coordinator with the firm’s main phone line, including taking messages and responding to general inquiries about services and fees
• Supporting authors by preparing and formatting legal documents such as contracts, forms, and correspondence
• Managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and organising travel arrangements
• Assisting with the preparation of bundles as required
• Maintaining confidentiality and ensuring compliance with legal procedures and documentation standards

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who brings a proactive attitude, professionalism, and strong attention to detail. The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience as a legal secretary
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A professional presentation suitable for a high-quality legal practice
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines
• A high level of attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• A commitment to providing exceptional client service

What we offer

At Evolution Lawyers, we value our team and aim to create a positive and rewarding workplace. We offer:

• A competitive salary, commensurate with experience

• A supportive and collaborative work environment

• Exposure to a wide range of practice areas, offering variety and growth

• Wellbeing support with EAP

• Regular team lunches and social events throughout the year

• Access to a shared undercover car park