Legal Secretary - Litigation

Our Auckland litigation team is involved in a diverse range of work across a variety of insurance, construction, commercial litigation and medico-legal representation and is looking for an enthusiastic and collaborative Legal Secretary to join them.

The team foster a vibrant and warm environment, and you will be a valued addition, playing an integral role in the smooth running of the team.

You'll enjoy a role with varied responsibilities including:

Supporting a large team of litigation lawyers and working collaboratively with two team secretaries to provide support when needed for the wider litigation team

Diary and inbox management

Client onboarding – conflict checks, opening new client and matters, preparing engagement letters

Monthly client billing and reporting

Preparing, formatting and amending legal documents, reports, and letters of advice

General law office administration tasks

What we’re looking for:

You’ll be a collaborative team player with strong people and communication skills, and you’ll enjoy contributing to an inclusive, supportive team environment where your contribution to a positive working culture is valued.

Ideally, you’ll bring previous administration experience or experience supporting a busy team, with confidence managing competing priorities, preparing documents and coordinating meetings.

You’ll also have strong computer literacy, including experience using Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel, along with a high level of accuracy, initiative and sound time management skills. Organised and proactive, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of tasks while also knowing when to seek guidance or work collaboratively with others.

What’s in it for you?

Centrally located modern offices

Friendly, close-knit team culture and regular social events

Paid birthday leave

A substantial discount on personal legal work

Competitive remuneration

Support, training and the opportunity for development and growth

About us:

At Duncan Cotterill, we’re proud to be one of New Zealand’s leading full-service law firms, with six offices around the country and a reputation for delivering trusted advice to clients in both the public and private sectors. We invest in our people, and we believe in creating a place where everyone feels empowered, connected, and valued.

If you’re looking for a role that offers responsibility, variety, and a genuinely supportive culture - this could be your next career move.

Ready to join us?

Apply now and bring your strengths to a team that will value them. For enquiries email Charlotte Holmes, [email protected].