High Court Litigation & Drafting Specialist

Dante Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Dante Personnel in Johannesburg seeks an experienced litigator with proven magistrates' court and High Court skills. The ideal candidate will manage matters for municipalities and State-Owned Companies, drafting robust pleadings and opinions, and performing in-depth legal research.

The role requires the right of appearance at the High Court, the ability to work independently and in teams, and timely collaboration with colleagues to service complex matters.

Qualifications

• Proven litigation skills in magistrates' courts and High Court.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Familiarity with High Court Rules, Case Lines and Court Online.
• Right of appearance at the High Court is essential.
• Strong drafting of pleadings, research and drafting opinions without counsels.
• Experience servicing municipalities and State-Owned Entities is advantageous.

Skills

Litigation skills

High Court appearance

Drafting pleadings

Legal research

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Municipal/SOE experience

Job description

Dante Personnel in Johannesburg seeks an experienced litigator with proven magistrates' court and High Court skills. The ideal candidate will manage matters for municipalities and State-Owned Companies, drafting robust pleadings and opinions, and performing in-depth legal research.

The role requires the right of appearance at the High Court, the ability to work independently and in teams, and timely collaboration with colleagues to service complex matters.