Attorney

Frogg Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

FROGG Recruitment SA invites applications for a Senior Attorney based in Edenvale, SA. The role focuses on managing complex civil litigation portfolios and leading trial actions in Magistrates’ and High Courts, with emphasis on personal injury, unlawful arrest, and state liability claims.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years post-admission experience, be Admitted High Court Attorney, and possess a Right of Appearance in the High Court. A strong client-facing demeanor is essential.

Qualifications

• LLB degree or equivalent recognized legal qualification.
• Admitted Attorney of the High Court.
• 5–10 years post-admission experience focusing on RAF, unlawful arrest, and medical negligence.
• Right of Appearance in the High Court (Section 25(3) of the Legal Practice Act).

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Litigation: Manage a high-volume litigation caseload from initial instruction, investigation, and drafting of pleadings, through to trial or final settlement.
• High Court Appearances: Appear independently in the High Court for interlocutory applications, case management conferences, and trial trials where permitted and required.
• Specialised Claims Management: Properly formulate, quantify, and settle complex RAF, unlawful arrest, and medical negligence actions.
• Expert Briefing & Liaison: Identify, instruct, and brief counsel, medical specialists, actuaries, and industrial psychologists to solidify expert trial evidence.
• Client and Stakeholder Relations: Provide professional, strategic advice to clients while keeping them updated on progress.
• Practice Management: Maintain file hygiene and mentor junior staff within the team.

Skills

Communication skills

Legal drafting

Court appearances

Litigation management

Education

LLB degree

Admitted High Court Attorney

Job description

Senior Attorney position available in Edenvale.

Our client seeks an experienced and resilient Attorney to manage and advance complex civil litigation portfolios.

The successful candidate will run trial actions independently in both the Magistrates’ and High Courts, with a primary focus on personal injury claims, unlawful arrest matters, and state liability disputes.

Minimum Requirements:

• LLB Degree or equivalent recognized legal qualification.
• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Right of Appearance in the High Court (Section 25(3) of the Legal Practice Act).
• 5 to 10 years of post-admission experience focusing extensively on:
  • Road Accident Fund (RAF) claims.
  • Unlawful arrest
  • Medical negligence / malpractice claims.
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strict attention to legal drafting accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

• End-to-End Litigation: Manage a high-volume litigation caseload from initial instruction, investigation, and drafting of pleadings, through to trial or final settlement.
• High Court Appearances: Appear independently in the High Court for interlocutory applications, case management conferences, and trial trials were permitted and required.
• Specialised Claims Management: Properly formulate, quantify, and settle complex RAF, unlawful arrest, and medical negligence actions.
• Expert Briefing & Liaison: Identify, instruct, and brief counsel, medical specialists, actuaries, and industrial psychologists to solidify expert trial evidence.
• Client and Stakeholder Relations: Provide professional, strategic advice to clients while keeping them rigorously updated on legal and procedural progress.
• Practice Management: Maintain flawless compliance with professional standards, ensure file hygiene, and mentor candidate attorneys or junior staff within the team.