Associate Legal Counsel — Civil Litigation

Placements24; Vereeniging; Sur place; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an Associate Legal Counsel to join a busy litigation department in Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role involves managing a diverse civil litigation caseload, drafting pleadings, and assisting in court appearances within a supportive corporate environment.

The successful candidate will hold an LLB, be admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of SA, and bring about 3–5 years of post-qualification civil litigation experience, with strong analytical, research, and organizational

Qualifications

• LLB degree from a recognized tertiary institution.
• Admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Approximately 3-5 years of post-qualification experience in civil litigation.
• Proven experience in drafting pleadings and managing discovery.
• Strong understanding of South African civil procedure and evidence law.
• Excellent analytical, research and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilités

• Manage civil litigation matters from commencement to conclusion.
• Draft pleadings, affidavits, notices, and other court documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare opinions on litigation matters.
• Gather and analyze evidence, including witness statements and documentary proof.
• Manage discovery processes, including requests for admission and interrogatories.
• Liaise with external counsel on complex litigation cases.
• Represent the company in settlements, mediations, and lower court proceedings.
• Advise business units on litigation risks and strategies.
• Ensure compliance with court rules and timelines.
• Maintain accurate case files and manage litigation budgets.

Formation

LLB degree

Outils

MS Office Suite

Legal research databases

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking an Associate Legal Counsel to join a busy litigation department in Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role involves managing a diverse civil litigation caseload, drafting pleadings, and assisting in court appearances within a supportive corporate environment.

The successful candidate will hold an LLB, be admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of SA, and bring about 3–5 years of post-qualification civil litigation experience, with strong analytical, research, and organizational