Want to immigrate to New Zealand?
Looking for a job in law?

We can help.

If you are a solicitor from an overseas jurisdiction wishing to practice in New Zealand, you may need to have your qualifications assessed by the New Zealand Council of Legal Education (http://www.nzcle.org.nz/). The NZCLE will assess your qualifications against the requirements for admission in New Zealand and may recommend that you complete a number of papers and pass some exams to familiarise yourself with the New Zealand legal system, gain admission to the New Zealand Bar and obtain a New Zealand Law Society Practicing Certificate.

If you are further interested on our help, please take the time to fill in our International Candidate form at the bottom of this page and email it, along with your resume, to info@thejohnsongroup.co.nz.

The Johnson Group also has a long-standing association with the Skilled Migrant Program run by Victoria University, which helps new migrants find their feet in New Zealand’s job market. Our assistance includes teaching interview skills, resume preparation, and finding work experience opportuni

Note though that as an overseas-qualified lawyer, it is possible to work in a legal capacity without a Practising Certificate, depending on the nature of the role and the organisation you are working for.

Migration resources

Immigration New Zealand has all the information you need to know about migrating successfully to New Zealand.

The New Zealand Council of Legal Education administers the exams for overseas solicitors to be admitted to the Bar in New Zealand.

New Zealand Now can help you take the next steps to joining us in New Zealand. This website provides you with practical and helpful information provided by Immigration New Zealand.

New Zealand Van Lines is a world-class relocation company with the expertise and resources to deliver a full range of Relocation Services for migrants looking to live and work in New Zealand. Thanks to their reputation in the international moving industry, moves managed by New Zealand Van Lines are given preferential status by their overseas partners. Over the years New Zealand Van Lines has assisted many people from around the world make their big move "down under". You can be secure in the knowledge that your move will be in the safest possible hands!