Attorney

Varsity College; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Varsity College seeks a qualified Attorney for its Durban North Law Clinic to oversee training, manage operations, and deliver legal services. This role requires a passionate individual with strong advocacy skills and a commitment to community engagement, along with at least 2 years of litigation experience.

Benefits

LinkedIn Learning subscriptions

Staff discounts on educational programs

Performance-based bonuses

Provident fund contributions

Birthday vouchers

Annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-article litigation experience.
• Driver’s license and own vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, teach, and supervise candidate legal practitioners.
• Assist with operations and engage in legal advocacy.
• Draft pleadings, provide legal advice, and manage cases.

Skills

Legal Research

Advocacy

Client Management

Education

Bachelor of Laws Degree (LLB)

LLM

Job description

Direct Reporting Line: Senior Attorney: Director of Law Clinic

Varsity College is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE). The IIE is a leading private higher education provider in South Africa, registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and offering accredited qualifications through the Council on Higher Education (CHE).

The IIE's Varsity College, Durban North Law Clinic has a vacancy for an Attorney.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, teach, and supervise the training of candidate legal practitioners.
• Assist with the daily operations of the Law Clinic.
• Oversee community advice desks and legal education outreach programs.
• Supervise LLB students and candidate legal practitioners on the experiential Law module XBLAW8419.
• Engage in advocacy and promote legal awareness within the community.
• Expand the clinic’s regional presence in Durban.
• Manage staff development and performance reviews.
• Assist with high-impact litigation at the High Court as the clinic grows.
• Contribute to the clinic’s strategic planning aligned with organizational goals.
• Supervise candidate legal practitioners ensuring high-quality legal services.
• Build relationships with community organizations and stakeholders.
• Support funding efforts through grants and donations.
• Ensure compliance with LPC and SAULCA registration requirements.
• Prepare reports for funders, stakeholders, and academic bodies.
• Manage the clinic’s budget and financial planning.
• Represent the clinic in public forums and professional associations.
• Maintain confidential client records and clinic operations.
• Participate in seminars and conferences for networking and presentation purposes.

Legal Drafting:

• Manage cases from consultation to resolution or referral.
• Provide legal advice and draft pleadings, agreements, and opinions.
• Conduct legal research and due diligence investigations.
• Maintain client confidentiality and relationships.
• Handle litigation in civil courts, tribunals, and arbitrations.
• Update stakeholders and manage case loads effectively.
• Coordinate with candidate attorneys for case management and filings.
• Assist with client billing information for legal secretaries.
• Participate in witness interviews and legal proceedings.

Legal Advice:

• Deliver legal services adhering to professional standards.
• Prepare cases for trial or alternative dispute resolution.
• Interpret relevant laws, rules, and regulations.
• Analyze legal outcomes based on precedents.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor of Laws Degree (LLB); an LLM is advantageous.

Minimum Work Experience Requirements:

• At least 2 years of post-article litigation experience.

Special Requirements:

• Driver’s license and own vehicle.
• Willingness to travel locally.

Salary:

• Competitive, based on experience.

Benefits:

• LinkedIn Learning subscriptions for lifelong learning.
• Staff and family discounts on educational programs.
• Performance-based incentive bonuses.
• Provident fund contributions, including death and funeral cover.
• Birthday vouchers.
• Annual leave allowance for rest and rejuvenation.

Application Response:

• Only candidates closely matching the requirements will be contacted for interviews due to high application volume.

Technical Support:

• For application assistance, visit: https://hire.simplify.hr/ContactUs

The IIE Varsity College, IIE Vega, and IIE MSA are Equal Opportunity Employers. Preference may be given to underrepresented groups as per the South African Employment Equity Act. The company reserves the right to close or hold the vacancy at any time without prior notice.