Family Lawyer | Associate or Senior Associate

Family Lawyer (3–8 PQE) – Flexible Location | Hybrid Working

Do meaningful family law work—without compromising how you want to work.

We’re growing our Family Law team at Tompkins Wake and are looking for additional lawyers (Senior Solicitor or Associate level) to join us.  While our preference is to be based in Hamilton, we’re open to candidates working from any of our offices (Hamilton, Auckland, Tauranga or Rotorua), with hybrid working options available.

 
The Opportunity

You’ll work alongside experienced specialists on a wide range of meaningful and often complex family law matters, with the support and flexibility to shape your practice in a way that aligns with your experience and career goals.  This is a role where you can take real ownership of your work, build strong client relationships and grow your expertise in a supportive, down to earth team

Your work will include a mix of:

• Care of Children and parenting disputes


• Relationship property matters


• Family violence and protection orders


• PPPR Act applications


• Dissolution and spousal maintenance


• Contracting out agreements


• Trust and estate disputes

Depending on your experience, you’ll manage files with appropriate support, contribute to litigation and dispute resolution, appear in court and support and mentor junior lawyers as you grow

 
What We’re Looking For

• 3–8 years’ PQE with experience (or strong interest) in family law


• Solid grounding in relationship property, care of children, or litigation


• Confidence managing files and working both independently and as part of a team


• Strong communication, drafting, and advocacy skills


• A calm, empathetic approach when working with clients


• A genuine interest in developing your career in family law
  
  

At Tompkins Wake, you’ll find the balance many lawyers are looking for.  This being high quality and meaningful work, real responsibility and client exposure, a collaborative, approachable team culture and flexibility in how and where you work.

We offer:

• Competitive salary aligned with experience


• Clear development and progression pathways


• Mentoring from experienced practitioners


• A connected team across all four offices
  

Tompkins Wake is a national law firm with offices in Hamilton, Auckland, Tauranga and Rotorua.  We combine the capability of a large firm with the connection and agility of a regional one, giving our people the opportunity to do great work, while building careers that work for them.

Our Commitment

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our Rainbow Tick certification and participation in the NZLS Gender Equality Charter reflect our belief that different perspectives make us stronger.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your family law career, on your terms, we’d love to hear from you.  Please include your CV, academic transcript, and a cover letter with your application.