Chisholm Clarke

03/03/2026

👀 Beware of the Double Agent.

In our line of work, it is common for lawyers to think about spreading their risk by engaging multiple Agents/Agencies to cover more bases. Sounds logical right?

In reality, whilst this can achieve some coverage, it opens up another can of works that can be difficult to manage. We recently produced an article tackling this issue, check it out here before you engage an Agent to help with your next job search.

The New Zealand legal profession is relationship-driven, reputation-sensitive, and relatively small. When you decide to explore your next career move, it can feel logical to speak with several recruiters at once, after all, more conversations should mean more opportunities. In reality, the opposite....

17/02/2026

This year at Chisholm Clarke we have been working hard to provide lawyers with more than just tailored job searching experiences. While that may be our core business, becoming synonymous with holistic legal career guidance is our true purpose.

Targeted to students, graduates, newly qualified lawyers and experienced practitioners is the Articles section of website. Over the years we have produced many insights that can provide light reading to serious help, even when not actively searching for a new role.

https://www.chisholmclarke.co.nz/articles

Have a gander here - you may find something of use. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

Stay updated with the latest insights and trends in the legal industry through Chisholm Clarke's informative blog. Gain valuable career advice, industry news, and expert perspectives.

13/11/2025

Around this time of year, many lawyers turn their attention to next year.

Amid the chaos of Christmas and frantically trying to complete work to a deadline, try and reflect on the year just been, and what's next.

We produced an article that poses some questions you could answer around this time. Reach out to Sam or Sarah for a private discussion if you're interested in a discussing a review, a move, your salary or anything else.

As the end of the year draws near, many lawyers take stock of their professional lives, reflecting on the challenges and successes of the current year and think about what's ahead. The lead-up to Christmas, with its mix of holiday preparations and the rush to finish files and projects, presents a mo...

19/06/2025

📣 We love supporting New Zealand's legal community, its' lawyers and firms, and its future potential.

In collaboration with the New Zealand Law Society Te Kāhui Ture o Aotearoa, the What a Lawyer Podcast is hosting a casual fireside chat at the Annual New Lawyers' Conference, at Te Pae Convention Centre on Friday 22nd of August.

Joining Sam from 1.30-2.30pm is Gemma Wragg, Jenna Adamson and Jeremy Johnson for a talk on legal careers, challenges, prospects and much more.

Follow the links in the comments section for more detail.

19/03/2025

At Chisholm Clarke, we love supporting and celebrating emerging leaders and talent in New Zealand's legal industry.

It's what drove us to sponsor the award for the Young Private Practice Lawyer of the Year in 2024 and present the award for Young In-house Lawyer of the Year at NZ Lawyer's national awards ceremony.

It's so cool to see such enthusiastic talent coming through, like Cushla Hemingway already making a splash!

Prize-winning UC law student raises the bar! 👩‍🎓📈 Cushla Hemingway has recently scooped a trifecta of academic prizes and landed a graduate role with one of NZ's top law firms. 🏆 The John Burrows Prize in Media Law 🏆 The Privacy Commissioner Prize in Privacy Law 🏆 The Torts P...

02/03/2025

📣 For the third episode of Season 3 in June this year, Sam will speaking with Katharine Hockly - a co-owner and General Manager of Data Story.

Katharine comes from a wide range of experience in law before moving 'outside' of it. She has practiced in local and large national, highly regarded private practices and in-house Government positions. Her pathway has changed a bit now and she's doing some cool things, is there something you would like them to know about or discuss? Link to the AMA in the comments 👇

28/02/2025

📣 ICYMI

A couple of days ago, Minister Christopher Penk announced the Government is set to undergo a Public Works Act 1981 reform.

This reform to the Act will be the most significant in 50 years and will be introduced in mid-2025. For a full overview, visit Bell Gully's article in the comments section.

23/02/2025

If you're a fan of Class Actions, check out this juicy bit of news. Three of Bankside Chambers lawyers have been instructed to lead one of New Zealand's largest ever class actions, by size of class.

Read on below to learn more.

Last week’s class action lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson is the latest high-profile case featuring Bankside’s leading commercial barristers.

13/02/2025

🗞️ More details have been revealed about the Government's latest employment law changes.

The update seems to have a particular focus on high income earners, the classification of employee vs contractor (with Uber as the prime example) and resetting the balance in dismissals and personal grievances.

To read the full article from LawNews, follow the link below:

Neil Sands A law change that prevents high income earners from lodging unfair dismissal claims will not take effect until next year to help transition to the new regime, Workplace Relations Minister Brooke van Velden says. The change, which applies to employees earning more than $180,000, is among a...

09/02/2025

The President of the New Zealand Law Society Te Kāhui Ture o Aotearoa returns for official duties having been on leave since July last year.

His return follows a successful ruling of complaints against him and he (once again) has the full support of the NZLS. Read the full article from NZ Lawyer below:

He had been on a leave of absence since last July over complaints