Relationship Property lawyer | Tauranga based

Get involved in the juicy work in the family law field. As part of the private client team, you will represent high net worth individuals and those from various backgrounds in a range of relationship property work which including drafting s21 contracting out agreements, advising on pre and post nuptial arrangements, litigating relationship property disputes, providing asset structuring advice and drafting/negotiating separation agreements.

The work would be for private paying clients and you will be able to work with a good degree of autonomy and independence in managing client relationships with partner support. This is a full service practice with a family friendly culture. This is a chance to take a lead role and their will be scope for your own progression within the firm.

As relationship property has a strong inter-relationship with trusts and estates this would ideally suit a mid or senior family lawyer with some knowledge in that area too. You'll have a minimum of 5-6 years experience in the relationship property/family law area for this role and the ability to manage client relationships well.

Key to the role is having good drafting skills, a knowledge of the legislative framework around relationship property, trusts and/or estates area and the ability to navigate through the intricacies of this area.

Top remuneration is on offer for the right person. If you're based in Auckland or another city and thinking about a move to the growing area of Bay of Plenty, now could be the time to make that move.

Ideally looking for a full time person but part time and/or flexi hours will be considered also.

For further information, contact Harrison De Iongh on +64 27 274 5926 or email your CV and academic transcript to us at hdeiongh@cobaltrecruitment.com.