Senior Dispute Resolution Advocate | Litigation & ADR Lead

Placements24; Queenstown; Híbrido; NZD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Professional development

Collaborative team environment

Opportunity to build reputation in the

Impactful client justice work

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Dispute Resolution Specialist to join a prominent legal firm in Queenstown. The role focuses on managing litigation, arbitration, and mediation, delivering strategic counsel to diverse clients and achieving favourable outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an LLB, is admitted as an Attorney or Advocate, and has 7+ years of dispute resolution experience with deep knowledge of civil procedure and evidence rules.

Formación

• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized institution.
• Admission as an Attorney or Advocate of the High Court of South Africa.
• At least 7 years of experience in dispute resolution, litigation, arbitration or mediation.
• Proven track record of handling complex disputes and client outcomes.
• In-depth knowledge of civil procedure, rules of evidence, and substantive law.
• Strong ethics, client management, and autonomous work capability.

Responsabilidades

• Manage litigation, arbitration, and mediation proceedings across domains.
• Develop and execute dispute resolution strategies tailored to cases.
• Conduct legal research, case analysis, and prepare arguments and submissions.
• Draft court documents, pleadings, and settlement agreements.
• Represent clients in court hearings, arbitrations, and ADR forums.
• Advise clients on merits, risks, and resolution options.
• Negotiate settlements and guide clients through processes.
• Maintain meticulous case management and deadlines.
• Stay updated on legislation and best practices in dispute resolution.

Conocimientos

Litigation strategy

Negotiation

Advocacy

Legal research

Educación

LLB degree

Admission as Attorney/Advocate

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Dispute Resolution Specialist to join a prominent legal firm in Queenstown. The role focuses on managing litigation, arbitration, and mediation, delivering strategic counsel to diverse clients and achieving favourable outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an LLB, is admitted as an Attorney or Advocate, and has 7+ years of dispute resolution experience with deep knowledge of civil procedure and evidence rules.