Junior Admitted Attorney, Bloemfontein

Mirna Butler Recruitment; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a well-established legal practice in Bloemfontein, is seeking a Junior Admitted Attorney with experience in litigation and collection management to join their professional team. The successful candidate will assist with debt collection and civil litigation while delivering high-quality legal services to clients.

This position rewards a driven attorney who can work independently, manage timelines and files, and contribute to a dynamic legal environment in a busy office.

Qualifications

• Matric and an LLB degree (minimum requirements).
• Admitted Attorney to the High Court.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience.
• Experience in collection management and litigation.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English (speak, write and read).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and LegalSuite.
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Attend to and manage debt collection matters.
• Prepare and draft the necessary legal documents and court processes.
• Attend to the progression of debt collection matters.
• Attend to matters through the applicable court processes.
• Communicate with clients and attend to client instructions.
• Liaise with opposing attorneys, sheriffs, courts and other relevant parties.
• Attend to settlements and settlement agreements.
• Attend to post-judgment processes where required.
• Ensure that matters are properly diarised and that deadlines are met.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date files.
• Assist the Litigation Department with general civil litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, notices, affidavits, applications, correspondence and other legal documents.
• Assist with the preparation and progression of litigation matters.
• Attend to matters in the Magistrates' Court, Regional Court and High Court.
• Assist with the preparation of matters for court.
• Conduct legal research where required.
• Attend to client consultations and instructions.
• Liaise with opposing attorneys, advocates, sheriffs, courts and other relevant parties.
• Assist with settlements and settlement agreements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable court rules and procedural requirements.
• Maintain and manage litigation files.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Legal procedures knowledge

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Hard-working

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Admitted Attorney

Tools

Microsoft Office

LegalSuite

Job description

Our client, a well-established legal practice in Bloemfontein, is seeking a Junior Admitted Attorney with experience in litigation and collection management to join their professional team. This opportunity is suited to a driven and hardworking legal professional with a strong understanding of legal processes, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage matters independently. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with litigation and collection matters while providing professional and efficient legal services to clients.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious attorney looking to further develop their expertise and build a successful career within a dynamic legal environment.

Minimum requirements

• Matric

• Completed Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree

• Admitted Attorney to the High Court

• Minimum of 3 years' experience

• Experience with collection management and litigation

• Fluent in Afrikaans and English (speak, write and read)

• Computer literacy within Microsoft Office and LegalSuite

• Valid driver's license and own vehicle

• Ability to work independently and under pressure

Skills required

• Interpersonal skills

• Excellent communication (verbal and written)-, time management-, and organisational skills

• Strong knowledge of legal procedures, practices and documentation

• Strong legal research, analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines

• Hard-working, driven and results-oriented

Duties and responsibilities

Debt Collection

• Attend to and manage debt collection matters

• Responsible for the various processes involved in debt collection

• Prepare and draft the necessary legal documents and court processes

• Attend to the progression of debt collection matters

• Attend to matters through the applicable court processes

• Communicate with clients and attend to client instructions

• Liaise with opposing attorneys, sheriffs, courts and other relevant parties

• Attend to settlements and settlement agreements

• Attend to post-judgment processes where required

• Ensure that matters are properly diarised and that deadlines are met

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date files

Litigation

• Assist the Litigation Department with general civil litigation matters

• Draft pleadings, notices, affidavits, applications, correspondence and other legal documents

• Assist with the preparation and progression of litigation matters

• Attend to matters in the Magistrates' Court, Regional Court and High Court

• Assist with the preparation of matters for court

• Conduct legal research where required

• Attend to client consultations and instructions

• Liaise with opposing attorneys, advocates, sheriffs, courts and other relevant parties

• Assist with settlements and settlement agreements

• Ensure compliance with applicable court rules and procedural requirements

• Maintain and manage litigation files

Remuneration

Negotiable, depending on experience

Work hours

Monday - Thursday: 07h30 - 13h00 and 14h00 - 16h30

Friday: 07h30 - 13h00 and 13h30 - 16h00