Hybrid Family Law Associate Attorney – Vereeniging

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Retirement fund

Hybrid work structure

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Associate Attorney for a Vereeniging-based family law practice, handling divorce, custody, maintenance, and domestic violence matters with empathy and professional care.

You will manage a varied caseload, perform legal research, draft pleadings, and represent clients in hearings; the role supports a hybrid work model with in-office collaboration and flexible arrangements.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• 3-5 years' experience in family law.
• Strong negotiation, mediation and litigation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Based in or willing to commute to Vereeniging.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in all aspects of family law proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements.
• Advise clients on their rights and obligations in family law matters.
• Negotiate settlements and represent clients in court hearings and trials.
• Manage case files efficiently, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Conduct client consultations and build strong, trusting relationships.
• Collaborate with opposing counsel, mediators, and court officials.
• Stay updated on family law legislation and precedents.
• Maintain accurate client records and billing.

Skills

Negotiation

Litigation

Legal research

Client relations

Mediation

Education

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Tools

Case management software

Legal research tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks an Associate Attorney for a Vereeniging-based family law practice, handling divorce, custody, maintenance, and domestic violence matters with empathy and professional care.

You will manage a varied caseload, perform legal research, draft pleadings, and represent clients in hearings; the role supports a hybrid work model with in-office collaboration and flexible arrangements.