Job Description
About The Role
Our leading practice is seeking a motivated graduate to join us as a Law Clerk in our Christchurch office in January 2026. This role offers the opportunity to work in one of our key teams, gaining exposure to a wide range of legal issues and transactions. Our practice assists clients with the legal aspects of their business operations and provides advice on significant transactions. We collaborate closely with other professional services, including accounting and investment banking, to deliver comprehensive solutions to our clients.
As a Law Clerk, you will be involved in diverse tasks such as:
drafting and reviewing sale and purchase agreements
IPO offer documents
takeover documents
board resolutions
statutory compliance docs
due diligence (reviewing legal material) for the sale/purchase of different businesses.
Being involved and contributing right from the start is great for learning and development, paired with a strong support network and buddy system. As the successful graduate in our team, you will be given the room to take initiative and showcase your skills, while having a close-knit team to back you up.
Skills And Experience
Strong marks in your law degree
Commercially astute
Client focused
Team player with leadership skills
Strong communication (both verbal and written)
Working For Chapman Tripp
Top-tier clients and work
Inclusive culture and team
Supportive leadership
Ongoing learning and development and formal mentoring programme
Competitive salary & benefits package incl. healthcare and wellbeing allowance
We are a collaborative workplace of smart, passionate and hardworking people, united by a commitment to excellence. Work for Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest partnership and enjoy a firm which has the resources and structures in place for you to do your best work; as well as people who are caring, inclusive and authentic.
For more information about this role, please contact Janki Parmar, Graduate Specialist, on Janki.parmar@chapmantripp.com
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Our leading practice is seeking a motivated graduate to join us as a Law Clerk in our Christchurch office in January 2026. This role offers the opportunity to work in one of our key teams, gaining exposure to a wide range of legal issues and transactions. Our practice assists clients with the legal aspects of their business operations and provides advice on significant transactions. We collaborate closely with other professional services, including accounting and investment banking, to deliver comprehensive solutions to our clients.
As a Law Clerk, you will be involved in diverse tasks such as:
drafting and reviewing sale and purchase agreements
IPO offer documents
takeover documents
board resolutions
statutory compliance docs
due diligence (reviewing legal material) for the sale/purchase of different businesses.
Being involved and contributing right from the start is great for learning and development, paired with a strong support network and buddy system. As the successful graduate in our team, you will be given the room to take initiative and showcase your skills, while having a close-knit team to back you up.
Skills And Experience
Strong marks in your law degree
Commercially astute
Client focused
Team player with leadership skills
Strong communication (both verbal and written)
Working For Chapman Tripp
Top-tier clients and work
Inclusive culture and team
Supportive leadership
Ongoing learning and development and formal mentoring programme
Competitive salary & benefits package incl. healthcare and wellbeing allowance
We are a collaborative workplace of smart, passionate and hardworking people, united by a commitment to excellence. Work for Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest partnership and enjoy a firm which has the resources and structures in place for you to do your best work; as well as people who are caring, inclusive and authentic.
For more information about this role, please contact Janki Parmar, Graduate Specialist, on Janki.parmar@chapmantripp.com
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Law Clerk - Christchurch 2026 position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Christchurch offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
