Commercial Litigation Associate — Port Elizabeth

Placements24; South Africa; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Profit-sharing opportunities

Medical aid and retirement planning

Partnership track opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate to join a Port Elizabeth practice. You will handle a diverse caseload from inception to resolution, including arbitration and court proceedings, drafting pleadings and conducting research.

The role requires Admitted Attorney status in SA, 5+ years’ experience in commercial litigation, and strong advocacy with client liaison skills. On-site at Port Elizabeth with opportunities for growth.

Formación

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• Manage a portfolio of commercial litigation matters, including drafting claims and notices.
• Conduct legal research on complex issues and prepare for hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, and stakeholders; contribute to business development.

Conocimientos

Commercial litigation

Legal research

Pleadings drafting

Negotiation

Client liaison

Advocacy

Arbitration

Educación

Admitted Attorney, High Court of SA

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate to join a Port Elizabeth practice. You will handle a diverse caseload from inception to resolution, including arbitration and court proceedings, drafting pleadings and conducting research.

The role requires Admitted Attorney status in SA, 5+ years’ experience in commercial litigation, and strong advocacy with client liaison skills. On-site at Port Elizabeth with opportunities for growth.