Remote Civil Litigation Attorney — Financial Services

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Legal Officer specializing in civil litigation for a remote role with occasional travel to Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The candidate will manage a diverse civil litigation portfolio from initiation to settlement, requiring strong advocacy, research, and strategic planning.

The ideal attorney has 5+ years post-qualification experience, deep knowledge of South African civil procedure, and excellent negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with post-qualification experience in civil litigation.
• Proven track record managing diverse litigation matters.
• Strong understanding of civil procedure and evidence law.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, conduct discovery, and prepare for trials.
• Represent the company in court proceedings, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Develop litigation strategies and advise management on case outcomes and risks.
• Negotiate settlements and explore ADR mechanisms.
• Liaise with external counsel, witnesses, and opposing parties.
• Maintain litigation files and comply with court rules and deadlines.
• Identify litigation trends and advise on preventative measures.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation strategy

Negotiation

Remote work discipline

Education

LLB/JD or equivalent

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Legal Officer specializing in civil litigation for a remote role with occasional travel to Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The candidate will manage a diverse civil litigation portfolio from initiation to settlement, requiring strong advocacy, research, and strategic planning.

The ideal attorney has 5+ years post-qualification experience, deep knowledge of South African civil procedure, and excellent negotiation skills.