Commercial Litigation Associate

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement planning

Profit-sharing opportunities

Partnership track advancement

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a motivated Commercial Litigation Associate to join an established practice. You will handle a diverse caseload from inception to resolution, including arbitration and court proceedings.

You will manage your files, conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and represent clients with a strong focus on civil procedure and commercial law. This role offers a challenging yet rewarding career with development opportunities and exposure to significant litigation.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in commercial litigation.
• Experience drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and arguing motions.
• Solid understanding of the Rules of Court and substantive law.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of commercial litigation matters, including drafting claims, affidavits, and notices.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis on complex legal issues.
• Prepare for and attend court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Conduct examinations of witnesses and experts.
• Liaise effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management efforts.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving abilities

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and skilled Commercial Litigation Associate to join their established practice in Port Elizabeth. This role focuses on handling a diverse caseload of commercial disputes, from inception through to resolution, including arbitration and court proceedings. You will be responsible for managing your own files, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, and representing clients in various legal forums. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of civil procedure and commercial law, excellent advocacy skills, and a commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for clients. This is a challenging yet rewarding position within a respected firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of commercial litigation matters, including drafting claims, affidavits, and notices.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis on complex legal issues.
• Prepare for and attend court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Conduct examinations of witnesses and experts.
• Liaise effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management efforts.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in commercial litigation.
• Proven experience in drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and arguing motions.
• Solid understanding of the Rules of Court and relevant substantive law.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Attractive salary commensurate with experience.
• Performance-related incentives and profit-sharing opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement planning.
• Opportunities for partnership track advancement.
• Collaborative work environment in Port Elizabeth with exposure to significant litigation.