Hybrid Associate Attorney, Commercial Litigation

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional growth opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks an Associate Attorney with a focus on commercial litigation to join a dynamic, client-focused practice. You will manage a caseload, draft pleadings, conduct research, and represent clients in various proceedings.

The role blends office collaboration with remote task flexibility in a hybrid setup. The ideal candidate is an admitted attorney with 3-5 years of commercial litigation experience, well-versed in South African civil procedure, and skilled in advocacy and

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with 3–5 years of commercial litigation experience.
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure and South African court rules.
• Proven ability to draft pleadings and conduct discovery.
• Excellent advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Comfortable with hybrid work balancing office and remote tasks.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial litigation cases from inception to resolution.
• Prepare summonses, notices of motion, and court applications.
• Conduct legal research and provide reasoned opinions.
• Represent clients in court appearances, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Negotiate settlements and advise on litigation strategy.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and support staff on case management.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Civil procedure

Pleadings drafting

Advocacy

Negotiation

Case management

Hybrid work

Education

Admitted Attorney

3–5 years litigation experience

Job description

Placements24 in Durban seeks an Associate Attorney with a focus on commercial litigation to join a dynamic, client-focused practice. You will manage a caseload, draft pleadings, conduct research, and represent clients in various proceedings.

The role blends office collaboration with remote task flexibility in a hybrid setup. The ideal candidate is an admitted attorney with 3-5 years of commercial litigation experience, well-versed in South African civil procedure, and skilled in advocacy and