Family Law Attorney

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Presencial; ZAR 600.000 - 850.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Professional development

Medical aid

Pension fund benefits

Generous annual leave

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a compassionate Family Law Attorney to join its Paarl team in the Western Cape. You will represent clients in divorce, child custody and maintenance matters with sensitivity and professionalism.

The ideal candidate is admitted as an Attorney with at least four years' focused family law experience, strong negotiation skills, and excellent communication. You will advise clients, handle court appearances in Western Cape courts, and seek favourable outcomes in emotionally charged

Formación

• Admitted Attorney with at least 4 years of focused Family Law experience.
• Strong knowledge of South African family law legislation and court procedures.
• Excellent negotiation and mediation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with empathy and discretion.

Responsabilidades

• Represent clients in divorce proceedings, including asset division and spousal support matters.
• Handle child custody, access, and maintenance disputes, advocating for the best interests of children.
• Draft and negotiate settlement agreements and consent orders.
• Advise clients on domestic violence interdicts and protection orders.
• Manage all aspects of family law litigation, including appearances in court.
• Provide empathetic and clear legal counsel throughout the client's case.

Conocimientos

Negotiation

Mediation

Communication

Empathy

Discretion

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is looking for a compassionate and skilled Family Law Attorney to join their dedicated team in Paarl. This role focuses on providing sensitive and effective legal representation in matters of divorce, child custody, maintenance, and related issues. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to achieving favourable outcomes for clients during emotionally challenging times. This is a rewarding opportunity to practice family law in the beautiful Paarl region, contributing to a supportive and client-focused legal practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in divorce proceedings, including asset division and spousal support matters.
• Handle child custody, access, and maintenance disputes, advocating for the best interests of children.
• Draft and negotiate settlement agreements and consent orders.
• Advise clients on domestic violence interdicts and protection orders.
• Manage all aspects of family law litigation, including appearances in court.
• Provide empathetic and clear legal counsel throughout the client's case.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with at least 4 years of focused experience in Family Law.
• Demonstrated expertise in South African family law legislation and court procedures.
• Strong negotiation and mediation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with empathy and discretion.
• Ability to manage sensitive cases with professionalism and integrity.
• Experience practicing in the Western Cape courts is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and expertise.
• Structured professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund benefits.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.
• A supportive and collegial work environment focused on client well-being.