Senior Commercial Litigation Associate – High-Impact Disputes

Placements24; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid plan

Provident fund

Mentorship by seasoned professionals

Scenic Paarl location

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a distinguished law firm in Paarl, Western Cape, to recruit a Commercial Litigation Associate. You will handle a broad spectrum of complex disputes for local and international clients, shaping strategy and courtroom advocacy.

The ideal candidate is admitted to the High Court of SA with at least 5 years’ experience, strong drafting, advocacy and negotiation skills, and a proven ability to manage a demanding caseload with precision.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney of the High Court of South Africa with at least 5 years of experience.
• Proven experience in complex commercial disputes, including contractual and shareholder disputes.
• Strong drafting, advocacy and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to independently manage a caseload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of commercial litigation matters, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Draft, review, and file all necessary legal documents with courts and relevant tribunals.
• Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings.
• Collaborate with partners and support staff to ensure seamless case management.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation strategy

Drafting

Advocacy

Negotiation

Case management

Team collaboration

Education

Admitted SA High Court

Job description

Placements24 partners with a distinguished law firm in Paarl, Western Cape, to recruit a Commercial Litigation Associate. You will handle a broad spectrum of complex disputes for local and international clients, shaping strategy and courtroom advocacy.

The ideal candidate is admitted to the High Court of SA with at least 5 years’ experience, strong drafting, advocacy and negotiation skills, and a proven ability to manage a demanding caseload with precision.