2026 Law Graduates : Dispute Resolution And Resource Management

Competitive salary, health insurance, and a day off on your birthday.

Great career development opportunities with support and mentoring.Are you passionate about dispute resolution and / or resource management matters?

We have two fantastic Graduate opportunities in our Dispute Resolution and Resource Management Team.About us : Gallaway Cook Allan is a large Otago-based full-service law firm with offices in Dunedin and Wanaka.

We act for commercial businesses, private clients, and local and regional government, across the South Island, nationally, and internationally.We are a cohesive team with a culture that allows each individual to bring their best self to work.

We want every member of our team to enjoy their time at work, enjoy their colleagues, and work together to provide the best possible service to our clients.Why start my career with Gallaway Cook Allan?

From day one, our Graduates are well-supported within our Graduate Programme.

Working alongside the expertise of team members; having a buddy and mentor as well as plenty of supported developmental opportunities.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits, including Southern Cross Healthcare (Wellbeing Two) and birthday leave.Gallaway Cook Allan has an active, fun, social, and positive team environment.

We have firm-wide staff-driven sustainability, wellbeing initiatives, and involvement in community projects.Our culture sets us apart!

Our staff tell us that we are friendly, approachable, open to different ways of working, and that we value and trust each other to do the right thing.Doing the right thing for each other, our community, and the environment is a core part of who we are.

Our impact strategy is built on three pillars : community, environment, and team, and includes actions in areas such as accessibility, pro-bono, community sponsorship, and partnerships, sustainability, and emissions reduction, wellbeing, and of course, a welcoming environment for everyone.The Role (Purpose) : As a Graduate Solicitor, this is the first step on your career ladder as a lawyer.

A key part of the role is to carry out research, provide legal advice, and assistance to the clients, partners, and staff of the firm in the team's area of specialism.You will develop the foundational and technical competence while gaining the personal and professional skills to become a successful lawyer.Applications : Applications are open to Law Students in their final year of study and are due to graduate.

If you are a team player with a 'can do' attitude, who thrives working in a busy team, we welcome your application.Please apply via our website and include a cover letter, CV, and academic transcript with your application.

If you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact our People & Culture Coordinator, Joanne Ward via email or phone :

• Equal Employment Opportunity : Gallaway Cook Allan is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

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